Over the years, the Alien franchise has given audiences plenty of surprises — of both the good and bad varieties. Through prequels, sequels, and separate stories, the universe has grown, and with it, ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Simon is a Los Angeles-based journalist who covers film and TV. It's been a big year for the Alien franchise. Not only did the ...

After Ridley Scott's trip back into the space where no one could hear you scream, courtesy of "Prometheus" and "Alien: Covenant," the revered filmmaker handed the keys to the Alien franchise to ...