After successfully bringing the Alien franchise back, there are some every Alien movie has been released, but with streaming becoming more prominent and the franchise faltering previously, the plans for Alien: Romulus' release evolved over time. Directed by Fede Álvarez, the seventh entry in the main franchise brings a new cast of characters into with the series' terrifying and deadly creatures.

Back when Alien: Romulus was first announced in 2022, Disney and 20th Century planned for the movie, which takes place between the first two films in the Alien movie timeline, to be released exclusively on streaming. The idea was to copy Prey and usher in a new era for Alien on the small screen by putting it directly on Hulu. However, the studio changed course to give Alien: Romulus a theatrical release the following year. It proved a wise move as Alien: Romulus earned over $350 million worldwide, but now the movie can be enjoyed on streaming.

When Will Alien: Romulus Release On Streaming?

Alien: Romulus Will Stream On Hulu

Disney and 20th Century may have changed their plays to release Alien: Romulus theaters instead of exclusively on Hulu, but the movie will eventually end up on the platform all the same. Following its impressive box-office run, Alien: Romulus is set to debut on Hulu on November 21, 2024. Disney and 20th Century usually add their theatrical movies to the streaming platforms, like Hulu and Disney+, 90 days after the premiere in theaters. With just over 100 days between Alien: Romulus's theatrical release and its debut on Hulu, it fits into that typical schedule.

Alien: Romulus Is Available To Rent On PVOD

The Latest Alien Movie Is Also Now Available For Purchase

While the streaming debut for Alien: Romulus is on November 21, the movie is currently available for renting at home with PVOD. Alien: Romulus is also available on all major platforms for purchase and for renting. Apple TV, Microsoft, Amazon, and Fandango at Home all have the Alien sequel available for buying for $19.99. For those looking to rent the movie, Apple and Fandango at Home are currently the only options for $24.99.