Directed and co-written by Fede Álvarez, Alien: Romulus has hit the theaters and has become the talk of the talk, especially among fans of the horror and sci-fi genre. This movie has been one of the most-anticipated movies of the year, and rightfully so, as it serves as the seventh movie of the beloved Alien franchise.
Alien: Romulus is a standalone movie in the franchise, however, the events in this 2024 movie take place between 1979’s Alien and 1986′ Aliens. As Álvarez’s new work continues to gain recognition and praise worldwide, one can’t help but wonder what’s next, will there be a sequel to Alien: Romulus?
Has a Sequel Been Announced?
Alien: Romulus hit theaters worldwide on August 16, 2024, and much like other movies in the franchise received love from fans and critical acclamation. While this wasn’t the best movie made, there is a sequel underway!
In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, when asked about a sequel, the president of 20th Century Studios Steve Asbell said, “We’re working on a sequel idea now. We haven’t quite closed our deal with Fede, but we are going to, and he has an idea that we’re working on.”
At the end of Alien: Romulus, Rain (played by Cailee Spaeny) and Andy (played by David Jonsson), her adopted android brother, survive and also make it to the Crubellon, aka the escape ship.
Asbell also said in the interview that Rain and Andy were the “highlights” and wants to explore more of their story in the sequel.
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Do Fans Want a Sequel to Alien: Romulus?
Alien: Romulus has been received well so far by fans and critics, and fans have also taken over social media to express their thoughts about the movie, as well as whether or not they would want a potential sequel.
One fan wrote,
“ALIEN: ROMULUS is a new high for the franchise. So many great elements at play with this film. Some amazing practical effects & Álvarez builds on what came before again in wild fashion. It would be a shame to not see a sequel to ROMULUS,” and another said, “I think the Alien Romulus sequel should be about Rain and andy ending up on the colony David was headed towards at the end of covenant.”
“With Alien Romulus tracking for a 100 million+ opening, we are definitely getting a sequel and maybe a new AVP movie,”
wrote one user, and another said,
“The future of the Alien franchise is bright! With the ongoing success so far of Romulus, it’s almost guaranteed to get a sequel or another Alien film afterward, assuming the box office keeps climbing! and also the TV series is coming soon.”
Conclusion
Although there is no official announcement about an Alien: Romulus sequel just yet, we’re definitely keeping a lookout and will make sure this website stays updated with any new information about the same!