share 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Alien: Romulus , the latest entry in the Alien franchise , has made a formidable debut, raking in US$108.2 million globally during its opening weekend. Directed by Fede Álvarez and distributed by 20th Century Studios and Disney, the film exceeded expectations, especially with a strong US$41.
5 million from the domestic box office and an impressive US$66.7 million from international markets. The film’s robust start was significantly boosted by its performance in China, where it garnered US$25.
7 million, marking it as the second-best opening for a Hollywood movie in 2024. This early success also marks a significant career milestone for Álvarez, with Alien: Romulus being his biggest opening yet. Alien: Romulus sits at a pivotal place in the Alien saga, unfolding between Ridley Scott’s original 1979 Alien and James Cameron’s 1986 Aliens .
The story plunges a group of young colonists into a nightmare when they stumble upon a derelict space station and encounter the notorious alien creature. The cast features Cailee Spaeny, David Jonsson, Archie Renaux, Isabela Merced, and Spike Fearn, who together navigate the harrowing challenges posed by the iconic extraterrestrial antagonist. Critically, the film has been well-received, earning a Certified Fresh status on Rotten Tomatoes and boasting an 82 per cent critics’ score.
Audiences have also given it a near-franchise best B+ CinemaScore , indicating strong approval from moviegoers. Notably, Alien: Romulus.