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Alien

By Ridley Scott

1979

Horror

1h57

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8.3/10

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4.4/5

Press

4.4/5

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Synopsis

During its return to the earth, commercial spaceship Nostromo intercepts a distress signal from a distant planet. When a three-member team of the crew discovers a chamber containing thousands of eggs on the planet, a creature inside one of the eggs attacks an explorer. The entire crew is unaware of the impending nightmare set to descend upon them when the alien parasite planted inside its unfortunate host is birthed.

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Community Reviews

Viewers are captivated by 'Alien's' blend of horror and sci-fi, praising its suspenseful, minimalist approach that enhances the terror. Ridley Scott's direction is lauded for its ability to create a palpable atmosphere of dread through limited visibility of the alien, making it even more menacing. Sigourney Weaver's portrayal of Ripley is celebrated for its strength and depth, marking a significant moment in film history. The film's ability to maintain tension and fear, while using practical effects and a strong narrative, leaves a lasting impression.

👍 The alien's limited visibility heightens the horror.

👎 Some special effects may feel dated to modern viewers.

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Reviews and Comments

67 reviews
Simon Toulouse
Simonrated ★ 5/10
4 days ago

Sérieux c’est un classe il est tout ça mais je sais pas, j’ai vu ce film y a pas longtemps, j’ai vu d’autres films d’horreur qui datent de la même génération, j’ai impression que ce soit toujours la même chose ou je sais pas c’est même pas les effets spéciaux qui me saoulent parce que je trouve ça assez assez cool surtout pour pas que tu vois mais non je sais, je sais pas là ça j’ai pas accroché l’actrice principale elle bar trop cool et tout j’ai pas accroché, j’ai impression que c’était vraiment juste la même chose qu’un qu’un film en général c’est juste un Alien. Bon il, il surprenant, il est flippante mais bon voilà il me donne pas et ensuite voilà il tu en veux tout l’équipage, il essaye de s’en sortir et puis à la fin l’ascenseur c’est toujours la même chose et je trouve ça un peu un peu nul agaçant au début, je me suis endormi parce que ben genre je comprenais rien mais bref donc bah bien sûr je serai un classique donc rien à voir mais voilà pas ouf

LC
Lilyanrated ★ 10/10
April 28, 2025

Un classique

TL
Titouanrated ★ 7/10
October 31, 2024

Très bon pour 1979

george
georgerated ★ 10/10
September 8, 2024

One of the best thrillers ever

bittersweet_ta
bittersweet_tarated ★ 8/10
August 23, 2024

Really great movie, the practical effects were amazing, I loved how the xenomorph and chest bursting scene looked practically, it’s great. I wish they delved deeper into the story behind “Mother”, the ai system in the ship. Also Ash being a robot was a great brutal surprise and I didn’t think the Aliens franchise would have robot people. Overall, a solid movie, doesn’t necessarily hold up to some other movies I’ve watched, but lots of cool moments and characters, and it was pleasant to watch.

EV
Estevanrated ★ 10/10
April 16, 2026

HD
Heatherrated ★ 7/10
March 28, 2026

SR
Severinrated ★ 8/10
March 28, 2026

Casting

Ridley Scott

Ridley Scott

Director

Sigourney Weaver

Sigourney Weaver

Lieutenant Ellen L. Ripley

Tom Skerritt

Tom Skerritt

Capitaine A.J. Dallas

Veronica Cartwright

Veronica Cartwright

J.M. Lambert

Harry Dean Stanton

Harry Dean Stanton

S.E. Brett

John Hurt

John Hurt

G.W. Kane

Ian Holm

Ian Holm

Officier Ash

Yaphet Kotto

Yaphet Kotto

J.T. Parker

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