Every ‘Aliens/Predator’ Universe movie and series, ranked
Movie and TV list: In each of six decades, the monsters from “Aliens” and “Predator” have thrilled audiences. Here are my rankings of the films and shows.
Aliens/Predator
‘Predator: Badlands’ (2025) proves Disney and the Yautja can coexist
Movie review: Dan Trachtenberg crafts such a fun buddy adventure out of the “Predator” fabric that the PG-13 approach can be forgiven.
Trachtenberg expands ‘Predator’ mythos in ‘Killer of Killers’
Movie review: The violent saga goes the animated – but not kid-friendly – route in this triptych that cleverly combines the tales.
Fall movie preview 2025: 10 films I wouldn’t mind seeing
Fall movie preview: Tis the season for Stephen King adaptations, biopics, mysteries, Oscar bait and oddities.
‘Alien’ returns to ‘Earth’: This time, is it here to stay?
First episode impressions (TV review): “Alien: Earth,” the franchise’s first-ever TV series, boasts lavish retro-futurism, Hawley’s brainy sci-fi notions and a winning lead actress.
John’s top 10 movies of 2024
2024 movies: A remarkable number of filmmakers this year delved into metaphysical issues, appropriate for this weird time we live in.
‘Alien: Romulus’ is saga’s best follow-up since ‘Aliens’
Movie review: Alvarez reminds us of the pleasures of a legacy sequel done right as he taps into 1979 futurism while also respecting Scott’s glossy “Prometheus” concepts.
Summer movie preview 2024: 10 films I wouldn’t mind seeing
Summer movie preview: Here’s a look at “MaXXXine” and nine other films to keep on your radar in the air-conditioning season.
‘Prey’ brings ‘Predator’ series back to basics
Movie review: “Prey” goes way back in time to chronicle a good old-fashioned clash of warriors – but without machine guns and one-liners.
‘Alien’ short films mark 40th anniversary
‘Aliens/Predator’ Universe flashback (Reviews): The franchise gifted fans with several short films to mark its 40th anniversary.