What do I need to know before seeing the alien Covenant?

What do I need to know before seeing the alien Covenant?

Here's what you need to know before watching Alien: Covenant

• Where does Alien: Covenant fit in the Alien franchise? ...
• What is the timeline between the Alien films? ...
• What is the connection between the films? ...
• So, where did David and Elizabeth end up after Prometheus? ...
• David meets Walter. ...
• Now, more about the actual aliens…

Is alien Covenant before Prometheus?

Alien: Covenant is a 2017 science fiction horror film directed and produced by Ridley Scott and written by John Logan and Dante Harper, from a story by Michael Green and Jack Paglen. A joint American and British production, the film is a sequel to Prometheus (2012) and the second entry in the Alien prequel series.

What order should I watch Prometheus and Alien covenant?

The viewing order this time around is:

1. Prometheus (2012)
2. Alien: Covenant (2017)
3. Alien (1979)
4. Aliens (1986)
5. Alien 3 (1992)
6. Alien: Resurrection (1997)

Do I have to watch Alien to watch Prometheus?

You don't have to watch the Alien series first, but you'll probably enjoy Prometheus more if you do. There are a number of themes and images from the Alien series that are repeated and referenced in the newer movie.

Which comes first Prometheus or covenant?

"Covenant" takes place 10 years after "Prometheus", and the two films are certainly much more closely connected than previous instalments in the Alien series. But "Prometheus" was a film that divided viewers and fans, so it's not necessarily an essential watch.

What should I watch after Prometheus?

How to watch Alien movies in order

• Prometheus (2012) SEAC. ...
• Alien: Covenant (2017) ...
• Alien (1979) ...
• Aliens (1986) ...
• Alien 3 (1992) ...
• Alien: Resurrection (1997)

Is Prometheus a prequel to Alien?

Alien (franchise)

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Film(s)	Original series Alien (1979) Aliens (1986) Alien 3 (1992) Alien Resurrection (1997) Prequel series Prometheus (2012) Alien: Covenant (2017)

Can I just watch Prometheus?

Currently you are able to watch "Prometheus" streaming on HBO Now, HBO Now Amazon Channel, DIRECTV, HBO Max.

When does Alien Covenant take place after Prometheus?

• Everything else is spoiler-free. "Covenant" takes place 10 years after "Prometheus", and the two films are certainly much more closely connected than previous instalments in the Alien series. But "Prometheus" was a film that divided viewers and fans, so it's not necessarily an essential watch.

Do you have to watch Prometheus before watching Covenant?

• Having seen and reviewed "Covenant", here are my thoughts on whether you really need to revisit the earlier film before your trip to the movies: No, you don't have to see "Prometheus" to enjoy "Covenant". But also a bit yes, you do. The thing is, "Covenant" consists of two main strands.

What do you need to know about Alien Covenant?

• Warning: If you're considering watching "Prometheus" and want to remain unspoiled, don't read the final "What do I need to know?" section. Everything else is spoiler-free. "Covenant" takes place 10 years after "Prometheus", and the two films are certainly much more closely connected than previous instalments in the Alien series.

Do you need to have seen previous Alien movies?

• You don't even need to have seen any previous Alien movies, in fact, although knowledge of the iconic series will help you spot riffs on classic moments from Ridley Scott's original 1979 film. But before you merrily skip off to the movies, the second strand of "Covenant" is slightly less accessible.