Alien: Earthis set beforeAlien, meaning the TV series will be a prequel to Ridley Scott’s original film. It’s been well-documented that the show will be ignoring many of the lore additions fromPrometheusandAlien: Covenant, so those who are avid fans of the 2010s prequels should brace themselves for a fresh approach to the canon.
FX’s prequel show is developed by Noah Hawley, an exceptional TV writer regarded for titles likeFargoandLegion.Alien: Earth’scastis led by veteran actor Timothy Olyphant as well as newcomers Sydney Chandler, Alex Lawther, and more, who will provide a fresh outlook on the franchise.
Hulu Offers A Free Trial That Can Be Used To Stream Alien: Earth For Free
Those who have cable can watchAlien: Earthas soon as it airs on FX, but those without it won’t have to wait. Luckily, the series releases simultaneously on Hulu, and Hulu is offering a 30-day free trial of its service, specifically for the plan that comes with ads. This plan would auto-renew after 30 days for $9.99 per month, but can be canceled at any time.
The show’s first two episodes will be released on FX and Hulu tonight, offering over two hours ofAlientelevision. The next six episodes will be released over the span of the subsequent six weeks. The show is currently critically acclaimed, withAlien: Earth’sreviewsrounding out to a 94% score from critics.
This might be worthwhile for those wanting to dive into the new show, as the next month will see the first five episodes released. For anyone willing to wait, you can hold out until August 27 and watch the entire season for free, as the season 1 finale airs on September 23. View the full release schedule on the chart below.
Other Streaming Deals To Watch Alien: Earth
If you’ve already exhausted your Hulu free trial and don’t feel like making another account, or if you just want to use another service, there are options. Hulu offers bulk deals when paired with Disney+ and ESPN+, allowing those who want one or more of the above to save.
Alien: Earth’sepisodes release at 8 PM ET (5 PM PT).
Other free options include a five-day free trial for DirecTV, which would allow one to watch the series on FX. Hulu + Live TV also offers a three-day free trial. Another cable subscription alternative is Fubo, which offers a seven-day trial. These options have pricey subscriptions, so remember to check back after watchingAlien: Earthand cancel if needed.
