Alien: Earth is a new sci-fi horror series that is based on the famous Alien franchise. This FX production, directed by Noah Hawley, is set two years before Ridley Scott’s Alien (1979), offering fans a fresh look at the world.
Sydney Chandler, Alex Lawther, Timothy Olyphant, Essie Davis and Adarsh Gourav are the stars of the series. It will start airing in 2025 on FX on Hulu in the U.S. and on Disney+ (through the Star hub) in other countries. Let’s explore the amazing filming locations of Alien: Earth and discover where this exciting series was made.
Alien: Earth Plot Summary
In the near future, Alien: Earth tells the story of a strange event that disrupts life for everyone. When a mysterious spaceship crashes on Earth, a young woman and a team of soldiers go to check it out. What they find is much more frightening than they expected.
The main character is Wendy (Sydney Chandler), a woman who looks like an adult but thinks like a child. She is helped by her synth master, Kirsh (Timothy Olyphant), as she moves through this risky world. With them are CJ (Alex Lawther), a soldier and Boy Kavalier (Samuel Blenkin), a strong CEO whose goals could lead to serious problems.
As they try to understand the threat from aliens, they also have to face a bigger problem—human greed and the influence of big companies. With the dangerous Weyland-Yutani Corporation involved, staying alive is not just about battling aliens. It’s a fight for the future of the Earth.
Where was Alien: Earth filmed?
Alien: Earth was filmed mainly in Thailand, with major production taking place at The Studio Park in Samut Prakan. This new building was ideal for the show’s futuristic and bleak settings. Let’s explore all the places where the filming takes place:
The Studio Park – Samut Prakan, Thailand
A large part of Alien: Earth was filmed at The Studio Park, a modern filming location in Samut Prakan, Thailand. This place was ideal for creating the high-tech and grim scenes needed for the series.
Producer Ridley Scott said he liked the site, stating, “The Studio Park allowed us to create the detailed, immersive world we envisioned for Alien: Earth. The flexibility of the stages was exactly what we needed.”
Fun Fact: Other Well-Known Projects Filmed Here
Major Hollywood projects are increasingly choosing Thailand. Here are some popular movies and shows that were filmed in the area:
- The Hangover Part II (2011) – This funny movie was shot in Bangkok, making Thailand’s lively nightlife popular around the world.
- Da 5 Bloods (2020) is a war drama by Spike Lee that was filmed in different locations in Thailand, which stand in for Vietnam.
- The Beach (2000) – This movie features Leonardo DiCaprio and highlights the beautiful Phi Phi Islands in Thailand.
By picking Thailand, Alien: Earth becomes part of a special group of productions that have taken advantage of the country’s amazing locations.
When Did the Filming of Alien: Earth Take Place?
Filming for Alien: Earth series started on July 19, 2023 in Thailand. Production was briefly halted in August 2023 due to SAG-AFTRA strike. The team started filming again in April 2024 & finished the main shooting in mid-July 2024.
Alien: Earth Cast Details
- Sydney Chandler as Wendy
- Timothy Olyphant as Kirsh
- Alex Lawther as CJ
- Samuel Blenkin as Boy Kavalier
- Essie Davis as Dame Silvia
- Adarsh Gourav as Slightly
- Kit Young as Tootles
- David Rysdahl
- Babou Ceesay
- Jonathan Ajayi
- Erana James
- Lily Newmark
- Diêm Camille
- Adrian Edmondson
- Sandra Yi Sencindiver as a senior Weyland-Yutani Corporation member
Alien: Earth Official Trailer
With its exciting story and beautiful filming locations for Alien: Earth, this new series will be a must-see for sci-fi fans. People are excited and looking forward to the next Alien series, which will be out in the summer of 2025. Are you prepared for what’s next?
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