Alien: Earth renewed for Season 2 at FX and Hulu following critical acclaim

Following a critically acclaimed first season, FX Chairman John Landgraf officially announced on November 11th that the network and Disney Entertainment Television have renewed the hit series Alien: Earth for a second season. The renewal is part of an expansive new overall deal signed with show creator, writer, and executive producer Noah Hawley, ensuring his bold, character-driven vision for the franchise will continue well into the future.

The first season, which was the debut television series in the venerated Alien franchise, earned significant praise, achieving a 94% Certified Fresh rating on Rotten Tomatoes and an 85 Metacritic Must-Watch score. Critics and fans worldwide appreciated the show’s successful reflection of the core themes established by the original film’s creators, Dan O’Bannon and Ronald Shusett, while introducing compelling new ideas and characters. The ensemble cast, including Sydney Chandler, Alex Lawther, Timothy Olyphant, and Essie Davis, delivered standout performances that resonated strongly with audiences.

What the renewal means for the story

The decision to renew Alien: Earth allows Hawley and his team to immediately begin working on the next chapter of the story, which is set two years before the events of the original 1979 film. This continuity is a major win for viewers who want to see the complex narrative threads from the first season, such as the corporate war between Weyland-Yutani and Prodigy and the fate of the hybrid characters, fully developed.

“I’m thrilled that this expanded deal opens the door to new opportunities across all of Disney Entertainment Television,” Hawley said. “FX has always supported bold, character-driven storytelling. From the very beginning with Fargo, they’ve encouraged me to take creative risks and follow the story wherever it leads. I’m grateful to continue exploring the world of Alien: Earth alongside our partners, cast, and crew as we begin the next chapter.”

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Viewers can continue to stream the first season of Alien: Earth on FX and Hulu in the United States, and internationally on Disney Plus. A release date for Alien: Earth season two has not yet been confirmed, but filming will begin in 2026.

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