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Documentary / Science Fiction

The Alien Saga.

In 1979, Alien burst onto the scene with a strong female lead in the form of Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) battling the ultimate biomechanical creature. The brilliant and terrifying result reinvented the horror and science fiction genres, creating one of the most successful and celebrated film franchises in Hollywood history. This award-winning, feature-length documentary explores the series.

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Directed by Brent Zacky

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE STORY

Cast.

John Hurt

John Hurt

Narrator (voice)

Dan O'Bannon

Dan O'Bannon

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Ronald Shusett

Ronald Shusett

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David Giler

David Giler

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Alan Ladd Jr.

Alan Ladd Jr.

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Ridley Scott

Ridley Scott

Self (archive footage)

Sigourney Weaver

Sigourney Weaver

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Ray Hassett

Ray Hassett

Self (archive footage)

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