Alien: Romulus (2024), directed by Fede Álvarez, is a tense sci-fi thriller set within the Alien universe, focusing on survival against the relentless Xenomorph threat. The story unfolds aboard the derelict space station Romulus, orbiting the hostile planet LV-410. A young crew of miners, including Rain Carradine (Cailee Spaeny) and her android companion Andy, stumbles into a terrifying ordeal when they encounter a nest of Xenomorphs.
As the alien menace begins to spread, the crew discovers that a substance, Z-01, developed from facehugger DNA, can alter human biology. This revelation drives an intense power struggle, with the station’s android science officer, Rook, intending to use Z-01 for his experiments in creating genetically enhanced humans. Meanwhile, the survivors must navigate betrayal, relentless alien attacks, and moral dilemmas.
Amid the chaos, the story introduces a horrifying hybrid mutation—a human-Xenomorph offspring—that escalates the stakes. The team battles to destroy the creatures while ensuring their survival. Rain’s resourcefulness, Andy’s evolving humanity, and the crew’s sacrifice highlight the human struggle against insurmountable odds.
The film balances franchise nostalgia with fresh elements, delivering visceral action and psychological depth, culminating in a desperate escape as the station plummets into planetary rings