Aliens

Aliens is a science fiction film franchise, originating with the 1979 movie 'Alien', known for its iconic Xenomorph creatures and the character Ellen Ripley. The franchise has expanded into numerous sequels, prequels, and video games, becoming a cornerstone of the sci-fi horror genre.

Why it’s in the news: It is in the news now due to the 40th anniversary of its highly influential sequel, 'Aliens', prompting retrospectives on its production and legacy.

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• 'We knew we had a lot to live up to': As 'Aliens' turns 40, we chat with the legendary VFX masters who created the Alien Queen (interview)
• 'Aliens' at 40: James Cameron's sequel is a sci-fi icon, but did you know he quit the movie twice?
• 'We knew we had a lot to live up to': As 'Aliens' turns 40, we chat to the legendary VFX masters who created the Alien Queen (interview)
• James Cameron's sequel is still the greatest sci-fi action movie of all time

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