Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover Hollywood and entertainment. Alien: Romulus—the latest smash hit in Ridley Scott’s classic Alien franchise—is new on 4K ...

The cast and director of Alien: Romulus (CREDIT: ADRIAN DENNIS/AFP via Getty Images) The film is heavily influenced by the franchise’s beginnings, bringing back the terrifying facehuggers and making ...

Widely hailed as one of the best chapters in its 45-year sci-fi horror saga, Alien: Romulus topped $314 million worldwide this weekend as already the second-biggest film of the seven-film franchise.

Much like a Xenomorph bursting through your chest, Alien first surprised audiences more than 45 years ago, and it hasn't stopped growing since. With nine films (including the two Predator crossovers), ...