‘Alien: Earth’ Will Return for Season 2 as FX Renews Sci-Fi Hit: Everything We Know So Far

FX‘s Alien: Earth will continue to live another day as the network unveiled the series has been renewed for Season 2 in conjunction with showrunner Noah Hawley‘s new overall deal.

The renewal comes nearly two months after Season 1’s finale aired, and already, fans have plenty to get excited about as production timeline details have been revealed. As we gear up for the continuation of the Earth-based adventure, we’re breaking down everything you need to know about Season 2 so far, including when it’s most likely to arrive, who is set to star, and much more. Scroll down for a closer look at what’s on the horizon for Alien: Earth from Hawley, who also helms FX’s other hit, Fargo. And stay tuned for additional details in the months ahead as Season 2 takes shape.

Has Alien: Earth been renewed for Season 2?

Yes, as mentioned above, Alien: Earth has been renewed for a second season at FX. The show’s renewal coincides with Hawley signing an overall deal with FX and Disney Entertainment Television, continuing his partnership with the company, which has also helped produce Fargo. Season 1 hauled in 9.2 million views globally in its first six days of streaming, kicking off a strong start to its series run, undoubtedly playing into Season 2’s greenlight.

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When will Alien: Earth Season 2 premiere?

No premiere date has been set, but Alien: Earth‘s renewal announcement revealed that production for Season 2 is slated to begin in London in 2026, meaning the crew is getting fast to work on the latest chapter. The London-based shoot marks a shift in production as much of Season 1 was filmed in Thailand.

What has been said about Alien: Earth‘s Season 2 renewal?

“I’m thrilled that this expanded deal opens the door to new opportunities across all of Disney Entertainment Television,” said Hawley in a statement. “FX has always supported bold, character-driven storytelling. From the very beginning with Fargo, they’ve encouraged me to take creative risks and follow the story wherever it leads. I’m grateful to continue exploring the world of Alien: Earth alongside our partners, cast, and crew as we begin the next chapter.”

“It has been our great privilege to work with Noah for more than a decade on some of FX’s best and biggest shows, and we are thrilled to extend our partnership well into the future,” said FX’s chairman, John Landgraf. “Noah never stops surprising us with truly original stories — and his unique ability to bring them to vibrant life as a director and producer as well as writer makes him extraordinary. We can’t wait to get to work on the next season of Alien: Earth, as well as some equally exciting future projects in advanced development.”

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Who would star in an Alien: Earth Season 2?

While there are no official announcements about who will star in Alien: Earth Season 2, the series’ first season featured Sydney Chandler, Timothy Olyphant, Alex Lawther, Samuel Blenkin, Babou Ceesay, Adrian Edmondson, David Rysdahl, Essie Davis, Lily Newmark, Erana James, Adarsh Gourav, Jonathan Ajayi, Kit Young, Diêm Camille, Moe Bar-El, and Sandra Yi Sencindiver. Stay tuned for any official casting confirmations in the months ahead.

What is Alien: Earth about?

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Alien: Earth is set in the year 2120, on an Earth governed by five corporations. When the mysterious deep-space research vessel USSCS Maginot, owned by the corporation Weyland-Yutani, crashes in Prodigy Corporation territory, hybrid Wendy sets out with a ragtag team of tactical soldiers to make a fateful discovery that puts them face-to-face with the planet’s greatest threat. Along with the classic Xenomorph, the Maginot was harboring various other alien species that pose threats known and unknown.

Who makes Alien: Earth?

Alien: Earth was created for television by Hawley, who executive produces the series with Ridley Scott, David W. Zucker, Joseph Iberti, Dana Gonzales, and Clayton Krueger.  The show is produced by FX Productions.

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