How to Watch the Alien Movies in Chronological Order

The Xenomorph from the Alien franchise is one of the most iconic and terrifying movie monsters, known for its acid blood, multi-layered mouths, and deadly claws. It revolutionized the space horror genre and introduced a new generation to a chilling boogeyman. With the release of Alien: Romulus now available for streaming, you might be inspired to embark on a full rewatch of the Alien saga, including the Alien vs. Predator crossovers that are set on Earth.

Here's how to watch the Alien movies in both chronological and release order.

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The Alien Movies in Chronological Order

9 ImagesHow Many Alien Movies Are There?

There are a total of nine movies in the Alien franchise — four in the mainline series, two Predator crossovers, two prequels directed by Ridley Scott, and the newest standalone film from Fede Álvarez.

### Alien: 6-Film Collection

4See it at Amazon### Alien: Romulus

0See it at Amazon### Alien: 35th Anniversary Edition

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1See it at AmazonAlien Movies in (Chronological) Order

1. AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)

Chronologically, the Alien saga begins with the first crossover film, AVP: Alien vs. Predator. Directed by Paul W. S. Anderson, this 2004 film delves into the ancient rivalry between Xenomorphs and Predators, set on Earth. It reveals that Predators have been visiting Earth for millennia, using humans as sacrifices to create Xenomorphs for their ultimate hunt. Unfortunately, their 2004 hunting expedition goes awry.

Alien vs. Predator20th Century FoxAug 13, 2004PG-13

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Continuing in the modern era, Aliens vs Predator: Requiem picks up immediately after AVP. An Alien-Predator hybrid, the "Predalien," wreaks havoc in a small Colorado town. A seasoned Predator steps in to mitigate the disaster, leading to intense battles. This film marks the end of the Alien-Predator crossovers. For more on the Predator series, see our guide to the Predator movies in order.

Aliens vs. Predator: RequiemDavis EntertainmentDec 25, 2007R

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