Alien Covenant Fortsetzung

Alien Franchise: Sigourney Weaver's Iconic Role

From Alien to Alien Resurrection

Sigourney Weaver's portrayal of Ellen Ripley in the Alien franchise has made her an iconic figure in science fiction cinema. Weaver starred in the first four Alien films: Alien (1979), Aliens (1986), Alien 3 (1992), and Alien Resurrection (1997). In each film, Ripley faces off against the deadly Xenomorphs, a race of extraterrestrial creatures that threaten humanity's survival.

Covenant and Beyond

In 2017, Ridley Scott, the director of the original Alien film, returned to the franchise with Alien: Covenant. However, Sigourney Weaver did not reprise her role as Ripley in this prequel. The reason for her absence is unknown, but it is possible that she felt that her character had reached a satisfying conclusion in Alien Resurrection.

Despite Weaver's absence, the Alien franchise continues to thrive. In 2020, a new Alien TV series, titled Alien: Isolation, was released on FX. The series follows the story of Amanda Ripley, Ellen Ripley's daughter, as she investigates the disappearance of her mother.

The future of the Alien franchise is uncertain, but it is clear that Sigourney Weaver's iconic performance as Ellen Ripley will continue to inspire and entertain fans for years to come.