After Ridley Scott's Prometheus duology within the Alien franchise explained some aspects of the xenomorph's origins, fans felt it was due time to bring the beloved space horror series back to basics.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Simon is a Los Angeles-based journalist who covers film and TV. It's been a big year for the Alien franchise. Not only did the ...

Alien: Romulus is the latest sequel in the hugely popular sci-fi franchise, but it takes place at an awkward spot on the ...