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Ridley Scott Leaves Door Open to Third 'Alien' Prequel

The director says he would pursue it only with a compelling idea.

Overview

  • Scott told The Guardian he would consider another Alien prequel "if I get an idea," indicating the project is not currently in active development.
  • There is no completed treatment for a new film, and Scott noted he is occupied with other work, saying "Gladiator is in process right now."
  • Disney/20th Century Studios’ direction will likely shape whether the prequel advances after Prometheus and Alien: Covenant drew divided responses, with Covenant earning $238.5 million worldwide.
  • Recent entries have renewed interest in the franchise, with Alien: Romulus taking in $350.8 million and the TV series Alien: Earth drawing praise for its horror-forward approach.
  • Reports have described an earlier, shelved concept dubbed Alien: Awakening that would continue David’s arc toward LV-426, though this has not been confirmed as an active plan.