Alien: Earth X review: Fans praise the FX sci-fi's blend of horror and philosophy, but some call it a ‘Temu version' of Blade Runner
While many praise the dystopian drama's gripping atmosphere and layered storytelling, others are calling out its ambitious visuals and hybrid storyline, comparing it to 'a Temu version of Blade Runner.' Here's a breakdown of what the show is about, its cast, and the online buzz it's generating.
What is Alien: Earth about?
Set in the year 2120, Alien: Earth follows the crew of the USCSS Maginot, who crash land on a section of Earth controlled by a rival megacorporation after transporting dangerous alien species for decades. As these creatures escape, hybrid children, human consciousness in synthetic bodies, are sent in to contain them.
The series blends the gritty, industrial look of the original Alien films with new elements of AI, corporate greed, and human arrogance, creating a tense, unpredictable narrative.
Alien Earth X review: Fans are divided
The reaction on X is far from unanimous. Many fans of the Alien franchise are thrilled, praising Hawley for capturing the claustrophobic tension and industrial realism of Ridley Scott's original. Some call it 'the best sci-fi TV since The Expanse' and highlight the way it ties into franchise themes of corporate exploitation and human hubris.
Alien Earth is hands down one of the most incredible TV shows I've ever watched. You guys aren't prepared for this #AlienEarth pic.twitter.com/oooJRiGsE3
One X user said, "Alien Earth is hands down one of the most incredible TV shows I've ever watched," while another user called it a 'masterpiece': "The scale, the atmosphere, the vfx omg they've created true masterpiece i would say."
The scale, the atmosphere, the vfx omg they've created true masterpiece i would say. This sequence was truly felt real.#AlienEarth #alienearthfx pic.twitter.com/JCF1uRFp4t
On the flip side, critics and casual viewers are more sceptical. A recurring joke on X compares the visuals to 'a Temu version of Blade Runner,' pointing to the mix of retro-futuristic sets and occasionally uneven CGI. Others question whether introducing hybrids changes the Alien lore too much, especially since they've never appeared in previous films.
Really dig ALIEN: EARTH. While it might have been better served as an original instead of tied to the ALIEN franchise, it has some cool sci-fi concepts and new creatures to play with. Occasionally feels like a BLADE RUNNER series mixed with ALIEN, but that's fine with me. pic.twitter.com/aGpb0uSxec
Still, the conversation is buzzing, with even its detractors admitting the series is visually ambitious and loaded with potential for future seasons.
The Alien: Earth cast
Alien: Earth features a rich ensemble led by:
Sydney Chandler as Wendy, the first hybrid, her human consciousness transferred into a synthetic body
Alex Lawther plays CJ 'Hermit', Wendy's brother and a Prodigy medic
Timothy Olyphant stars as Kirsh, the synthetic mentor guiding Wendy
Samuel Blenkin becomes Boy Kavalier, the wealthy CEO of Prodigy Corp
Essie Davis portrays Dame Sylvia, a scientist overseeing the hybrid children
Babou Ceesay appears as Morrow, the cyborg security officer aboard the Maginot.
The show also includes an ensemble cast of hybrids collectively known as 'The Lost Boys,' such as Adarsh Gourav (Slightly), Erana James (Curly), Lily Newmark (Nibs), Jonathan Ajayi (Smee), plus humans like David Rysdahl (Arthur), Diêm Camille (Siberian), Moe Bar-El (Rashidi), and Adrian Edmondson as Atom Eins.
Where to watch Alien: Earth?
In the United States, Alien: Earth premiered on FX and began streaming simultaneously on Hulu at 8:00 PM Eastern Time on Tuesday, August 12, 2025. Internationally, the series is available on Disney+ or Jiohotstar, starting in each region's local time, e.g., August 13 in the UK and Europe.
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