I am looking to watch the entire Alien movie series. This includes the original films starting with “Alien” from 1979 to the latest installments including any crossovers like “Alien vs. Predator”. I want to understand the chronological order and how it would be best to view them to make sense of the overall storyline.
I need information on where I can find these movies, whether it is on a streaming service, available for digital rent or purchase, or on any subscription platforms. I’m particularly interested in HD quality or better for an enhanced viewing experience.
Since I am not familiar with any current distribution rights, I would appreciate advice on a single platform that has the entire series available. If that’s not possible, knowing which platforms have each part of the series would help me plan how to access them all.
Having hunted for the Alien series myself, I’ve noticed some libraries offer a streaming service that includes a variety of movies and sometimes that includes the Alien franchise. If you have a library card, it’s worth checking out your local library’s digital collection. Libraries often subscribe to services like Hoopla or Kanopy, which might have these films available for free. Also, don’t forget the option of physical Blu-ray collections. They often come with extra material like director’s commentaries and behind-the-scenes footage that provide a deeper dive into the Alien universe.
Carlos0, since you’re aiming for HD quality, purchasing a Blu-ray set could offer the best visual and audio experience. A physical collection ensures you have access to the films whenever you wish, without worrying about changing streaming rights. Have you considered this as an alternative, especially if you’re a fan of collecting movie memorabilia?
In my experience, some of the Alien movies might pop up on different streaming services as part of special promotions or for limited time periods. For instance, during Halloween or other genre-specific events, streaming platforms like Hulu or Netflix occasionally add such movies to their library. Additionally, it could be worth checking out any special sci-fi or horror-focused streaming services that might have dedicated sections for classic franchises like Alien. These niche platforms sometimes secure longer-term rights to specific series.
Write845, your rundown of starting with the prequels is a good approach for chronological understanding, but I’ve found it also interesting to watch in release order to appreciate how the story and film technology evolved. Carlos0, have you considered signing up for notifications from streaming services or digital stores to alert you when the Alien movies become available? This way, you can make sure not to miss them if they appear on a platform you’re subscribed to.
The availability of the Alien series can fluctuate between streaming services, but at the time I last checked, some of the films were available on HBO Max. You might need to rent or purchase others via platforms like Amazon Prime Video, YouTube Movies, or Google Play. Keep in mind that rights and availability vary by country, so it would be wise to check the services available in your area. To watch them in chronological story order, you might want to start with “Prometheus” and “Alien: Covenant” before diving into the original “Alien” series, followed by the “Alien vs. Predator” crossovers. How do you feel about mixing rentals and streaming services, if needed, to watch the complete series?
