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Followed by
Aliens (1986)
Alien³ (1992)
Alien: Resurrection (1997)
AVP: Alien vs. Predator (2004)
Edited into
Bride of Monster Mania (2000)
The 'Alien' Saga (2002)
The Making of 'Alien³' (2003)
One Step Beyond: The Making of 'Alien: Resurrection' (2003)
footage used in movie
footage used in movie
Superior Firepower: The Making of 'Aliens' (2003)
footage used in movie
footage used in movie
Spin-off
Alien (1982)
Alien vs. Predator (1993)
spin-off video game
spin-off video game
Alien Trilogy (1996)
Aliens vs. Predator (1999)
Aliens vs. Predator 2 (2001)
References
Singin' in the Rain (1952)
Planet of the Vampires (1965)
2001: A Space Odyssey (1968)
Night of the Living Dead (1968)
Chariots of the Gods (1970)
Dark Star (1974)
The Texas Chain Saw Massacre (1974)
Jaws (1975)
They Came from Within (1975)
Rabid (1977)
Referenced in
Tunnel Hunt (1979)
The designer was inspired by the opening scene.
The designer was inspired by the opening scene.
Don't Answer the Phone! (1980)
Alien 2: On Earth (1980)
Humanoids from the Deep (1980)
The Children (1980)
A magazine left on the childrens' schoolbus features a still from ALIEN (and mention of it being part of a cover story on scary summer films).
A magazine left on the childrens' schoolbus features a still from ALIEN (and mention of it being part of a cover story on scary summer films).
Contamination (1980)
The Intruder Within (1981)
Modern Romance (1981)
Outland (1981)
Time Bandits (1981)
Evil's headgear looks remarkably like the baby Alien.
Evil's headgear looks remarkably like the baby Alien.
Heavy Metal (1981)
Forbidden World (1982)
the plot about the mutant killing members of a space crew
the plot about the mutant killing members of a space crew
Poltergeist (1982)
The Thing (1982)
Cheers: Give Me a Ring Sometime (1982)
Mentioned by Norm.
Mentioned by Norm.
La balance (1982)
Movie poster in police office
Movie poster in police office
Prisoner: Episode #1.364 (1983)
Judy Bryant and Maureen Parker go to the cinema to watch the film and later discuss the chestbursting scene.
Judy Bryant and Maureen Parker go to the cinema to watch the film and later discuss the chestbursting scene.
Xtro (1983)
creatures bursting from eggs and attaching to faces of victims. Use of acid as a weapon as well.
creatures bursting from eggs and attaching to faces of victims. Use of acid as a weapon as well.
Urusei yatsura: The Mendou Family's Masquerade Ball (1983)
One of the party goers is wearing a Xenomorph mask.
One of the party goers is wearing a Xenomorph mask.
The Deadly Spawn (1983)
Ghostbusters (1984)
Dead End (1985)
zombie passes theater playing It! The Terror From Beyond Space/Alien double feature
zombie passes theater playing It! The Terror From Beyond Space/Alien double feature
Creature (1985)
Fletch (1985)
Fletch's blue USCSS Nostromo hat.
Fletch's blue USCSS Nostromo hat.
Lifeforce (1985)
Urusei yatsura: I Want a Bride! The Fox's Love Adventure! (1985)
One of the students is dress up as a Xenomorph.
One of the students is dress up as a Xenomorph.
Yuan Zhen-Xia yu Wei Si-Li (1986)
Chest buster type monsters and monster at the end looks similar to an Alien.
Chest buster type monsters and monster at the end looks similar to an Alien.
Robot Holocaust (1986)
One scene from this movie copies the "creature popping from a man's stomach" bit from Alien (1979), using a creature designed after the Alien.
One scene from this movie copies the "creature popping from a man's stomach" bit from Alien (1979), using a creature designed after the Alien.
Ferris Bueller's Day Off (1986)
Howard the Duck (1986)
Metroid (1986)
Female protagonist; rocky planet; aliens that eat your head; an organisation that plans to use the aliens as bioweapons; miniboss called Ridley (Ridley Scott was the director of Alien); boss called Mother Brain (Mother was the ship's computer in Alien); countdown and self-destruct at the end
Female protagonist; rocky planet; aliens that eat your head; an organisation that plans to use the aliens as bioweapons; miniboss called Ridley (Ridley Scott was the director of Alien); boss called Mother Brain (Mother was the ship's computer in Alien); countdown and self-destruct at the end
Captain EO (1986)
Night Court: Dan's Operation: Part 1 (1986)
Character refers to the chest bursting scene.
Character refers to the chest bursting scene.
Lily C.A.T. (1987)
Bubblegum Crisis (1987)
Howling III (1987)
Predator (1987)
Doctor Who: Dragonfire: Part 1 (1987)
The Dragon is based on the Alien creature
The Dragon is based on the Alien creature
Red Dwarf: Waiting for God (1988)
Reference to squiggly, slimy aliens sticking to the face
Reference to squiggly, slimy aliens sticking to the face
Red Dwarf: Confidence & Paranoia (1988)
"In space, no one can hear you cha-cha-cha"
"In space, no one can hear you cha-cha-cha"
Evil Dead Trap (1988)
Akira (1988)
The Bear (1988)
when a hunter washes his face under falling water and creature is comig
when a hunter washes his face under falling water and creature is comig
Growing Pains: Birth of a Seaver (1988)
Mike says that giving birth is like Alien in 3-D.
Mike says that giving birth is like Alien in 3-D.
ALF: Promises, Promises (1988)
ALF watches Alien on TV.
ALF watches Alien on TV.
Snatcher (1988)
Cosplayer in Outer Heaven
Cosplayer in Outer Heaven
Whose Line Is It Anyway?: Series 1 Compilation 1 (1988)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
Kujaku ô (1988)
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Gamera vs. Zigra (1988)
Dr. Forrester: "Is it true what they say about space?" Dr. Erhardt: "No one can hear you laugh!"
Dr. Forrester: "Is it true what they say about space?" Dr. Erhardt: "No one can hear you laugh!"
Space Quest III: The Pirates of Pestulon (1989)
On one of the postcards in Fester's World O' Wonders, which describes the planet Achoron, there is a picture of the facehugger alien attached to human's head.
On one of the postcards in Fester's World O' Wonders, which describes the planet Achoron, there is a picture of the facehugger alien attached to human's head.
The Terror Within (1989)
Dallas: The Two Mrs. Ewings (1989)
Title referenced by Harvey Bruce.
Title referenced by Harvey Bruce.
Lobster Man from Mars (1989)
Chest-bursting scene
Chest-bursting scene
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Humanoid Woman (1989)
Crow: "In space, no one can smell your breath."
Crow: "In space, no one can smell your breath."
Leviathan (1989)
A monster bursts from Cobb's chest, just as how it happened to Kane in Alien.
A monster bursts from Cobb's chest, just as how it happened to Kane in Alien.
Immediate Family (1989)
The Kevin Dillon character says his son reminds him of the robot (Ian Holm) from "Alien" (because he spits...)
The Kevin Dillon character says his son reminds him of the robot (Ian Holm) from "Alien" (because he spits...)
Red Dwarf: Polymorph (1989)
The Polymorph design is based on the Alien
The Polymorph design is based on the Alien
Siskel & Ebert: Arnold Schwarzenegger: The Unlikeliest Star (1990)
Roger Ebert says "Predator" (1987) starts out like "Rambo" and ends like "Alien".
Roger Ebert says "Predator" (1987) starts out like "Rambo" and ends like "Alien".
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Robot Holocaust (1990)
Servo: "Somebody's been watching 'Alien.'"
Servo: "Somebody's been watching 'Alien.'"
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Moon Zero Two (1990)
"In space, no one can hear a wedgie"
"In space, no one can hear a wedgie"
Spaced Invaders (1990)
Kathy is wearing a self-made Halloween costume inspired by Alien (1979)
Kathy is wearing a self-made Halloween costume inspired by Alien (1979)
Tiny Toon Adventures: A Quack in the Quarks (1990)
Buster says "In space, no one can hear you quack"
Buster says "In space, no one can hear you quack"
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Sidehackers (1990)
Forrester: In space, no one can hear you sue.
Forrester: In space, no one can hear you sue.
Parker Lewis: G.A.G. Dance (1990)
Videotape seen on the shelf at Mondo Video
Videotape seen on the shelf at Mondo Video
Predator 2 (1990)
Near the end of the film, a Xenomorph skull can be seen in the predator's trophy collection.
Near the end of the film, a Xenomorph skull can be seen in the predator's trophy collection.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: King Dinosaur (1990)
Tom: "He jumped right out of Paul's chest."
Tom: "He jumped right out of Paul's chest."
Riki-Oh: The Story of Ricky (1991)
Suburban Commando (1991)
Ramsey mentions "a big bug hunt with creatures that bleed acid."
Ramsey mentions "a big bug hunt with creatures that bleed acid."
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Daddy-O (1991)
Dr. Forrester: "It's a terrifying alien face hugger."
Dr. Forrester: "It's a terrifying alien face hugger."
Mystery Science Theater 3000: Gamera vs. Guiron (1991)
Joel: "In space, no one can hear you spin."
Joel: "In space, no one can hear you spin."
Parker Lewis: Future Shock (1991)
Frank says, "He's inside the air ducts. Kubiac's gone 'Alien' on us!"
Frank says, "He's inside the air ducts. Kubiac's gone 'Alien' on us!"
Kvartetti (1991)
The movie "Alien" is mentioned in this mini-series.
The movie "Alien" is mentioned in this mini-series.
Giger's Passage to the Id (1992)
Alien character is mentioned
Alien character is mentioned
Dark Seed (1992)
All of the pictures in the living room are reproductions of works of H.R. Giger, who did the design for Dark Seed. One of the pictures shows the famous Alien head.
All of the pictures in the living room are reproductions of works of H.R. Giger, who did the design for Dark Seed. One of the pictures shows the famous Alien head.
Oscar's Greatest Moments (1992)
There's Nothing Out There (1992)
Waxwork II: Lost in Time (1992)
Parker Lewis: When Jerry Met Shelly (1992)
Parker says, "In space, no one can hear you scream."
Parker says, "In space, no one can hear you scream."
Alien³ (1992)
When trying to lure the alien, one of the convicts says "here kitty kitty...", a reference to Alien were Brett says the same thing when looking for the cat. Also both films use a drinking bird on a table (Alien uses 2, Alien 3 one).
When trying to lure the alien, one of the convicts says "here kitty kitty...", a reference to Alien were Brett says the same thing when looking for the cat. Also both films use a drinking bird on a table (Alien uses 2, Alien 3 one).
Critters 4 (1992)
The entire plot is a basic alien ripoff: The crew on the ship have aliens on board. These are wanted by a company to use as military weapons. The aliens hunt the crew. Basically the plot for alien
The entire plot is a basic alien ripoff: The crew on the ship have aliens on board. These are wanted by a company to use as military weapons. The aliens hunt the crew. Basically the plot for alien
Snatcher CD-ROMantic (1992)
A Outer Heaven customer wears an "Alien" disguise.
A Outer Heaven customer wears an "Alien" disguise.
El gato (1992)
homage
homage
Iria: Zeiram the Animation (1993)
Mad About You: The Painter (1993)
When Mark asks Paul and Jamie if they saw "Alien", Paul says: "Only the first one."
When Mark asks Paul and Jamie if they saw "Alien", Paul says: "Only the first one."
So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993)
At ~20mins, Mike Myers is in the meat shop and mimics the alien (with a piece of meat) coming out of his stomach like in Alien.
At ~20mins, Mike Myers is in the meat shop and mimics the alien (with a piece of meat) coming out of his stomach like in Alien.
The Simpsons: Boy Scoutz 'n the Hood (1993)
There is an official "Alien" videogame at the arcade using the actual Alien logo and font.
There is an official "Alien" videogame at the arcade using the actual Alien logo and font.
Terminal Voyage (1994)
According to the german synchronisation the computer countdown during the self destruction sequence of the ship uses the same wording as in Alien. I have no access to the original version to check it.
According to the german synchronisation the computer countdown during the self destruction sequence of the ship uses the same wording as in Alien. I have no access to the original version to check it.
Clerks. (1994)
Video in video rental store.
Video in video rental store.
Hangin' with Mr. Cooper: For Whom the Heck the Bell Tolls (1994)
mentioned by P.J.
mentioned by P.J.
Married with Children: Valentine's Day Massacre (1994)
When Bud describes his "romantic" encounter with Rita he says he's learned that "In space, no one really can hear you scream."
When Bud describes his "romantic" encounter with Rita he says he's learned that "In space, no one really can hear you scream."
Captain Planet and the Planeteers: Bug Off (1994)
Wheeler compares the wasps' eating the beetles in a parasitic form to the movie plot.
Wheeler compares the wasps' eating the beetles in a parasitic form to the movie plot.
Tiny Toons Spring Break (1994)
A Xenomorph can be seen in a cage along with the other pet prisoners.
A Xenomorph can be seen in a cage along with the other pet prisoners.
The Puppet Masters (1994)
Death Machine (1994)
The Daedalus Encounter (1995)
Space Quest 6: The Spinal Frontier (1995)
When Roger's ship malfunctions, he gets help from a woman named Wriggley who passes nearby with her ship. After she leaves, the Alien can be seen entering her ship. The name Wriggley is may be a pun either on Ellen Ripley, the protagonist of the Alien film series, or on Ridley Scott, the series director.
When Roger's ship malfunctions, he gets help from a woman named Wriggley who passes nearby with her ship. After she leaves, the Alien can be seen entering her ship. The name Wriggley is may be a pun either on Ellen Ripley, the protagonist of the Alien film series, or on Ridley Scott, the series director.
Canadian Bacon (1995)
Species (1995)
Both Sil's baby and the alien from Alien are "born" by coming out of their "parent's" chest. Both these alien species are creations of H.R. Giger.
Both Sil's baby and the alien from Alien are "born" by coming out of their "parent's" chest. Both these alien species are creations of H.R. Giger.
The Outpost (1995)
Space: Above and Beyond: Pilot (1995)
reuse of tagline "in space no one can hear you scream"
reuse of tagline "in space no one can hear you scream"
Toy Story (1995)
One of the arcade games at Pizza Planet features a "Whack-a-Alien" game: a man with aliens bursting out of his chest.
One of the arcade games at Pizza Planet features a "Whack-a-Alien" game: a man with aliens bursting out of his chest.
Macabre Pair of Shorts (1996)
Discussed in projection room.
Discussed in projection room.
The Oprah Winfrey Show: Summer Movie Reviews (1996)
The wrong answer to Gene Siskel's trivia question.
The wrong answer to Gene Siskel's trivia question.
Siskel & Ebert: Screamers/Richard III/Bed of Roses/Once Upon a Time When We Were Colored/Angels and Insects (1996)
Roger Ebert says "Screamers" (1995) steals from this movie.
Roger Ebert says "Screamers" (1995) steals from this movie.
Goodnight Sweetheart: The Yanks Are Coming (1996)
Gary says that Yvonne is like "something from Alien"
Gary says that Yvonne is like "something from Alien"
Tremors II: Aftershocks (1996)
The Arrival (1996)
Very Important Pennis: Very Important Pennis: Part 2 (1996)
When he meets Sigourney Weaver, Dennis homages the alien-bursting-out-of-stomach scene with his microphone. She laughs and says "I can't tell you how many times people do that."
When he meets Sigourney Weaver, Dennis homages the alien-bursting-out-of-stomach scene with his microphone. She laughs and says "I can't tell you how many times people do that."
Taxi (1996)
Dating the Enemy (1996)
Tash looks bewildered at her penis and says: "Look's like something from "Alien".
Tash looks bewildered at her penis and says: "Look's like something from "Alien".
Dark Breed (1996)
Saturday Night Live: Bill Pullman/New Edition (1996)
Referenced during cold opening
Referenced during cold opening
Star Trek: First Contact (1996)
Carnosaur 3: Primal Species (1996)
Drawing Down the Moon (1997)
Elevated (1997)
Hewlett mentions it.
Hewlett mentions it.
The Relic (1997)
Nightwatch (1997)
Mimic (1997)
Street Fighter III: New Generation (1997)
Character Twelve based on queen
Character Twelve based on queen
Event Horizon (1997)
Alien: Resurrection (1997)
Hidden Hollywood: Treasures from the 20th Century Fox Film Vaults (1997)
Hidden Hollywood features scores of scenes from past movies, some in passing reference and many clips from various movies.
Hidden Hollywood features scores of scenes from past movies, some in passing reference and many clips from various movies.
Scream 2 (1997)
Two's a Mob (1998)
A large poster of this film hangs in the film agent's office.
A large poster of this film hangs in the film agent's office.
Sucker: The Vampire (1998)
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Bad Eggs (1998)
Copious allusions to the alien egg and facehugger, including a lift from the scene where the hugger drops onto Ripley's shoulder.
Copious allusions to the alien egg and facehugger, including a lift from the scene where the hugger drops onto Ripley's shoulder.
Resident Evil 2 (1998)
Sphere (1998)
The scene where Harry is awake and eating closely follows the Chestburster scene from this movie; the tone and scripting of the scene are very much alike, up to the point where Harry suddenly starts to convulse.
The scene where Harry is awake and eating closely follows the Chestburster scene from this movie; the tone and scripting of the scene are very much alike, up to the point where Harry suddenly starts to convulse.
Chairman of the Board (1998)
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Phantom Planet (1998)
Crow: Weird, we're in space and I CAN hear you scream.
Crow: Weird, we're in space and I CAN hear you scream.
Lost in Space (1998)
Species II (1998)
Cowboy Bebop: Toys in the Attic (1998)
This episode's plot features Spike trying to hunt down a stealthy, deadly creature lurking aboard the Bebop.
This episode's plot features Spike trying to hunt down a stealthy, deadly creature lurking aboard the Bebop.
CyberMercs (1998)
The "Xenos" in the game look a lot like the Alien creature... and there are numerous other references, including eggs, chestbursters and using the human bodies the aliens attack as nourishment.
The "Xenos" in the game look a lot like the Alien creature... and there are numerous other references, including eggs, chestbursters and using the human bodies the aliens attack as nourishment.
Mystery Science Theater 3000: The Space Children (1998)
Mike: "It's laying eggs in my chest. Is that normal?"
Mike: "It's laying eggs in my chest. Is that normal?"
The X Files (1998)
Cronenberg Interview: Shivers (1998)
mentionned once
mentionned once
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Dead Man's Party (1998)
Xander says "You have to admire its purity" about the cat
Xander says "You have to admire its purity" about the cat
The Faculty (1998)
I Still Know What You Did Last Summer (1998)
Tyrell tells Karla that as they are on an island, no-one could hear her scream, referencing the film's famous tagline, "In space no one can hear you scream".
Tyrell tells Karla that as they are on an island, no-one could hear her scream, referencing the film's famous tagline, "In space no one can hear you scream".
Half-Life (1998)
The Alien Legacy (1999)
Virus (1999)
Silent Hill (1999)
eXistenZ (1999)
Analyze This (1999)
Refers to the scene where the alien jumped out of John Hurt's stomach.
Refers to the scene where the alien jumped out of John Hurt's stomach.
Notting Hill (1999)
Dogma (1999)
Character refers to the chest bursting scene.
Character refers to the chest bursting scene.
Instinct (1999)
Human Traffic (1999)
A poster is visible in Jip's bedroom.
A poster is visible in Jip's bedroom.
Virtual Sexuality (1999)
Goomer (1999)
Alien body in the store in which Goomer sells Ovomorphus.
Alien body in the store in which Goomer sells Ovomorphus.
Deep Blue Sea (1999)
Fight Club (1999)
several Alien DVDs in the video store getting erased
several Alien DVDs in the video store getting erased
Freaks and Geeks: Tests and Breasts (1999)
Neil compares the female reproductive systm to the Alien
Neil compares the female reproductive systm to the Alien
Excel Saga: Melody of the Underground Passage (1999)
The Main monster is inspired in the alien character
The Main monster is inspired in the alien character
Half-Life: Opposing Force (1999)
Ninja Mission 2000 (2000)
Back to the Black Lagoon: A Creature Chronicle (2000)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Bride of Monster Mania (2000)
Just, Melvin: Just Evil (2000)
Angels in the Infield (2000)
Simon says, "We're in section C; no one can hear you scream!"
Simon says, "We're in section C; no one can hear you scream!"
Chicken Run (2000)
Same type of finale, the "evil bitch" hangs in a line back of the ship.
Same type of finale, the "evil bitch" hangs in a line back of the ship.
Comedy Central Presents: Dane Cook (2000)
mentions the aliens from the film
mentions the aliens from the film
Hollow Man (2000)
Imagining 'Total Recall' (2001)
Half-Life: Blue Shift (2001)
ER: A Walk in the Woods (2001)
Open reference by a character
Open reference by a character
Das Experiment (2001)
Heartbreakers (2001)
The music played during the scene where Gene Hackman gives Sigourney Weaver the gift of a lighter is the same classical piece that was used as incidental music in Alien (it's playing while Dallas is sitting alone relaxing in the shuttle)
The music played during the scene where Gene Hackman gives Sigourney Weaver the gift of a lighter is the same classical piece that was used as incidental music in Alien (it's playing while Dallas is sitting alone relaxing in the shuttle)
Tomcats (2001)
The Fairly OddParents: Spaced Out/Transparents! (2001)
The appearence of the aliens in the Crash Nebula show are based on that of the alien from this movie.
The appearence of the aliens in the Crash Nebula show are based on that of the alien from this movie.
Cradle of Fear (2001)
Jeepers Creepers (2001)
Jason X (2001)
The Making of 'Cape Fear' (2001)
Alien Evolution (2001)
K-PAX (2001)
Prot says to Dr. Powell: "Don't worry, I won't pop out of your chest"
Prot says to Dr. Powell: "Don't worry, I won't pop out of your chest"
Bones (2001)
Monsters, Inc. (2001)
Halo (2001)
On the deck of the ship, there is a sign on a bullatin board that says "missing cat answers to Jonesey", the same name as the cat in this movie
On the deck of the ship, there is a sign on a bullatin board that says "missing cat answers to Jonesey", the same name as the cat in this movie
Welcome to Eltingville (2002)
dialogue
dialogue
Resident Evil (2002)
Blade II (2002)
Character stands under a stream of water and looks up and the sun light spatters on Reinhardt
Character stands under a stream of water and looks up and the sun light spatters on Reinhardt
Queer as Folk: Episode #2.11 (2002)
Brian calls the film "one of the great AIDS-metaphor flicks of all time."
Brian calls the film "one of the great AIDS-metaphor flicks of all time."
Creating a Myth... the Memories of 'Legend' (2002)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Lilo & Stitch (2002)
Reign of Fire (2002)
Signs (2002)
Esta noche, no (2002)
The movie is mentioned in a conversation
The movie is mentioned in a conversation
The Fairly OddParents: Fairy Fairy Quite Contrary/Nectar of the Odds (2002)
The design of the alien villains in 'Crash Nebula on Ice' are based on the alien in this film.
The design of the alien villains in 'Crash Nebula on Ice' are based on the alien in this film.
Splinter Cell (2002)
The companies Weylanda and Yutani labeled in the oil rig level are based off of the Weylanda-Yutani company from this Alien franchise.
The companies Weylanda and Yutani labeled in the oil rig level are based off of the Weylanda-Yutani company from this Alien franchise.
Star Trek: Nemesis (2002)
King's Quest II: Romancing the Stones (2002)
Talking to ordinary fish in the Sharkee domain reveals a misquote from Alien (1979).
Talking to ordinary fish in the Sharkee domain reveals a misquote from Alien (1979).
Easy Riders, Raging Bulls: How the Sex, Drugs and Rock 'N' Roll Generation Saved Hollywood (2003)
referenced as part of the documentary
referenced as part of the documentary
A Decade Under the Influence (2003)
mentioned in documentary
mentioned in documentary
Darkness Falls (2003)
Dreamcatcher (2003)
Retarded Animal Babies (2003)
"In space, no one can hear you cream."
"In space, no one can hear you cream."
Bruce Almighty (2003)
Finding Nemo (2003)
High Tension (2003)
Buffy the Vampire Slayer: Chaos Bleeds (2003)
Poster seen in movie theater
Poster seen in movie theater
Underworld (2003)
Shot of hanging chains with water dripping from above
Shot of hanging chains with water dripping from above
Now Showing: Unforgettable Moments from the Movies (2003)
film clip
film clip
The 100 Greatest Scary Moments (2003)
Makes the countdown, is talked about.
Makes the countdown, is talked about.
Red Dwarf: All Change - Series III (2003)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
The Making of 'Alien³' (2003)
Mention Twice
Mention Twice
One Step Beyond: The Making of 'Alien: Resurrection' (2003)
Jean-Pierre Jeunet talk about the first 3 alien movies
Jean-Pierre Jeunet talk about the first 3 alien movies
Superior Firepower: The Making of 'Aliens' (2003)
Mention Twice
Mention Twice
The Sims: Bustin' Out (2003)
statue of queen exoskeleton
statue of queen exoskeleton
Tripping the Rift: Extreme Chode (2004)
Mentioned by Chode
Mentioned by Chode
Tripping the Rift: Creaturepalooza (2004)
An Alien from Alien turns out to be the mother of the earwig
An Alien from Alien turns out to be the mother of the earwig
Angel: Harm's Way (2004)
The narrator at the beginning says that Wolfram and Hart has branches that reach into major corporations like Weyland-Yutani.
The narrator at the beginning says that Wolfram and Hart has branches that reach into major corporations like Weyland-Yutani.
Cabin Fever: Beneath the Skin (2004)
briefly mentionned
briefly mentionned
The Girl Next Door (2004)
Tricks of the Trade: Making 'Matchstick Men' (2004)
Sam Rockwell mentionned once
Sam Rockwell mentionned once
Shaun of the Dead (2004)
The use of a 360 degree camera pan to establish the Winchester is a subtle reference to the 360 degree pan in Alien. This is confirmed as a subtle reference in the DVD's trivia subtitled track and audio commentaries.
The use of a 360 degree camera pan to establish the Winchester is a subtle reference to the 360 degree pan in Alien. This is confirmed as a subtle reference in the DVD's trivia subtitled track and audio commentaries.
Van Helsing (2004)
Molecular acid and werewolf drooling from above
Molecular acid and werewolf drooling from above
Coupling: 9½ Minutes (2004)
plot point
plot point
Love Rules! (2004)
"What was scary? I thought Alien was pretty scary..."
"What was scary? I thought Alien was pretty scary..."
Deep Evil (2004)
character mentions creature from this movie is similar
character mentions creature from this movie is similar
'Hellboy': The Seeds of Creation (2004)
mentioned once
mentioned once
The Dead Will Walk (2004)
mentioned once
mentioned once
EastEnders: Episode dated 27 September 2004 (2004)
Billy asks, "In what film did Captain Dallas ask his crewmate to kill him?". Keith answers, "Alien. The Director's Cut".
Billy asks, "In what film did Captain Dallas ask his crewmate to kill him?". Keith answers, "Alien. The Director's Cut".
Ellektra (2004)
Movie poster
Movie poster
The Cutting Edge: The Magic of Movie Editing (2004)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Fear of Clowns (2004)
re-release poster in movie theater
re-release poster in movie theater
Halálos halál (2004)
It was a joke in the movie.
It was a joke in the movie.
Red Dwarf: Heavy Science - Series V (2004)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
World of Warcraft (2004)
In Dalaran you can find a red cat called "Jones" as the cat on board of the Nostromo.
In Dalaran you can find a red cat called "Jones" as the cat on board of the Nostromo.
Duane Hopwood (2005)
Mentions an alien bursting out of someone's chest.
Mentions an alien bursting out of someone's chest.
The Hunters and the Hunted: The Making of 'Predator 2' (2005)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Film Geek (2005)
Scotty mentions it
Scotty mentions it
House M.D.: Histories (2005)
As she chastises them, Cuddy asks House and Foreman, "Do you like the 'Alien' movies?"
As she chastises them, Cuddy asks House and Foreman, "Do you like the 'Alien' movies?"
The Descent (2005)
Character stands under a stream of water and looks up and water spatters on hat.
Character stands under a stream of water and looks up and water spatters on hat.
The Fairly OddParents: Blondas Have More Fun/Five Days of Flarg (2005)
Some of the aliens seen briefly have their design based on the xenomorphs.
Some of the aliens seen briefly have their design based on the xenomorphs.
Queer as Folk: Episode #5.2 (2005)
Emmett describes the bride and groom as "Alien and Predator."
Emmett describes the bride and groom as "Alien and Predator."
Watch the Skies!: Science Fiction, the 1950s and Us (2005)
Listed under Ridley Scott's name
Listed under Ridley Scott's name
42nd Street Forever, Volume 1 (2005)
This film is referenced in the U.S. theatrical trailer for 'The Deadly Spawn'.
This film is referenced in the U.S. theatrical trailer for 'The Deadly Spawn'.
Grattis världen: Japanska landsbygden (2005)
Mentioned by name
Mentioned by name
The Perfect Scary Movie (2005)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
Chicken Little (2005)
When they see some Alien-like pods, someone refers to a face-hugger.
When they see some Alien-like pods, someone refers to a face-hugger.
Jeopardy!: Episode #22.69 (2005)
correct response in "My Favorite Films" category
correct response in "My Favorite Films" category
The Making of 'Deep Blue' (2006)
"the man that designed 'Alien'."
"the man that designed 'Alien'."
The Making of 'Event Horizon' (2006)
mentioned a few times
mentioned a few times
Family Guy: You May Now Kiss the... Uh... Guy Who Receives (2006)
In the propaganda film about homosexuals, the homosexual bleeds acid; which eats throught the floor; before an alien bursts from his chest
In the propaganda film about homosexuals, the homosexual bleeds acid; which eats throught the floor; before an alien bursts from his chest
Will & Grace: Partners 'n' Crime (2006)
Grace mentions it
Grace mentions it
Doctor Who Confidential: Script to Screen (2006)
Steven Moffat compares the set to that of Alien.
Steven Moffat compares the set to that of Alien.
Top Gear: Episode #8.1 (2006)
Jeremy: "In here, no one can hear you scream"
Jeremy: "In here, no one can hear you scream"
Savage Harvest 2: October Blood (2006)
VHS tape seen
VHS tape seen
Mustang Sally (2006)
"My heart's about to beat out of my chest." "Look out boys, he's having an 'Alien' moment."
"My heart's about to beat out of my chest." "Look out boys, he's having an 'Alien' moment."
Alien Incursion (2006)
An alien busts out of the gut of one of the girls.
An alien busts out of the gut of one of the girls.
50 Films to See Before You Die (2006)
Makes the countdown, is talked about.
Makes the countdown, is talked about.
Robot Chicken: Adoption's an Option (2006)
E.T. is marooned on the alien's planet.
E.T. is marooned on the alien's planet.
Black Rain: The Script, the Cast (2006)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Going to Pieces: The Rise and Fall of the Slasher Film (2006)
Tom Savini wears an "Alien" t-shirt.
Tom Savini wears an "Alien" t-shirt.
Pretty Cool (2006)
"The chestbuster in 'Alien'."
"The chestbuster in 'Alien'."
Torchwood: Greeks Bearing Gifts (2006)
Owen asks Tosh what the hole in the man's chest reminds her of, and she says Alien.
Owen asks Tosh what the hole in the man's chest reminds her of, and she says Alien.
Law & Order: Criminal Intent: Weeping Willow (2006)
character references tagline "In space, no one can hear you scream"
character references tagline "In space, no one can hear you scream"
The Angry Video Game Nerd: Chronologically Confused About Bad Movie and Video Game Sequel Titles (2006)
complained about titles name
complained about titles name
Masters of Horror: The Screwfly Solution (2006)
The daughter says that the fly's methods are like Alien.
The daughter says that the fly's methods are like Alien.
Stargate: Atlantis: Vengeance (2007)
Sheppard compares the way the creatures move through the air ducts, this is echoed by the approaching "blips" on the life signs detector.
Sheppard compares the way the creatures move through the air ducts, this is echoed by the approaching "blips" on the life signs detector.
Sunshine (2007)
Character jokes about the film while entering the Icarus I. Also the claustrophobic setting & the "alone-in-space" scenario is a direct reference to Alien
Character jokes about the film while entering the Icarus I. Also the claustrophobic setting & the "alone-in-space" scenario is a direct reference to Alien
Drive Thru (2007)
Howie parodies film's tagline when he threatens MacKenzie by telling her, "When you die alone, no one can hear you scream"
Howie parodies film's tagline when he threatens MacKenzie by telling her, "When you die alone, no one can hear you scream"
House M.D.: Fetal Position (2007)
When performing surgery, the insides of the patient remind House that he "forgot to TiVo 'Alien'."
When performing surgery, the insides of the patient remind House that he "forgot to TiVo 'Alien'."
H.R. Giger's Sanctuary (2007)
Is referenced by Giger, the creator of the Alien
Is referenced by Giger, the creator of the Alien
The Office: Women's Appreciation (2007)
Dwight references this film
Dwight references this film
Black Water (2007)
Lee acts out the chestburster scene in a film quiz and the others guess correctly.
Lee acts out the chestburster scene in a film quiz and the others guess correctly.
Death Proof (2007)
A small poster is visible in the taco bar.
A small poster is visible in the taco bar.
Destination Truth: Bigfoot/Nahuelito (2007)
When describing the Nahuelito, Host Josh Gates describes it as having "...the head of the thing that bursts out of John Hurt's chest in Alien."
When describing the Nahuelito, Host Josh Gates describes it as having "...the head of the thing that bursts out of John Hurt's chest in Alien."
Psych: 65 Million Years Off (2007)
Gus' guess.
Gus' guess.
Greek: Friday Night Frights (2007)
They mention the movie
They mention the movie
Superbad (2007)
One of the penis drawings during the end credits depicts a phallic version of the chestburster burrowing through Kane's stomach
One of the penis drawings during the end credits depicts a phallic version of the chestburster burrowing through Kane's stomach
Free Rainer (2007)
Phillip mentions "Mother" and being asked about it names the movie
Phillip mentions "Mother" and being asked about it names the movie
Stargate: Atlantis: Doppelganger (2007)
McKay and Dr. Keller talk about this movie. There is also a dream sequence where some creature bursts out ot Teyla's stomach just like the alien bursts out of John Hurt.
McKay and Dr. Keller talk about this movie. There is also a dream sequence where some creature bursts out ot Teyla's stomach just like the alien bursts out of John Hurt.
Standing on the Shoulders of Kubrick: The Legacy of 2001 (2007)
mentioned once
mentioned once
Vision of a Future Passed: The Prophecy of 2001 (2007)
mentioned once
mentioned once
South Park: Imaginationland: Episode II (2007)
A Xenomorph attacks Imaginationland and kills the Mayor by piercing his stomach with its extendable jaw; this scene looks like the famous chestburster scene.
A Xenomorph attacks Imaginationland and kills the Mayor by piercing his stomach with its extendable jaw; this scene looks like the famous chestburster scene.
NCIS: Chimera (2007)
DiNozzo is comparing creeping through a darkened, abandoned ship looking for survivors: "It's like 'Alien' numero uno..."
DiNozzo is comparing creeping through a darkened, abandoned ship looking for survivors: "It's like 'Alien' numero uno..."
South Park: Imaginationland: Episode III (2007)
Alien is in Imaginationland.
Alien is in Imaginationland.
Dangerous Days: Making Blade Runner (2007)
Mentioned a few times.
Mentioned a few times.
All About 'Thunderbirds' (2008)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
The Irate Gamer: Contra (NES) (2008)
Chris says at the Alien's Hideout the characters encounter an Enemy whom looks remarkably like the Alien from the film Alien.
Chris says at the Alien's Hideout the characters encounter an Enemy whom looks remarkably like the Alien from the film Alien.
What Just Happened (2008)
Tagline: In Hollywood, everybody can hear you scream
Tagline: In Hollywood, everybody can hear you scream
South Park: Kyle Sucks Cartman's Balls - The Trilogy (2008)
Alien is in Imaginationland.
Alien is in Imaginationland.
Doomsday (2008)
Docter Kane says almost the exact same sentence as ripley says at the end of the movie, only he says '' Doctor Kane signing off'' and ripley say ''Lt. Ripley signing off.''
Docter Kane says almost the exact same sentence as ripley says at the end of the movie, only he says '' Doctor Kane signing off'' and ripley say ''Lt. Ripley signing off.''
Ghost Whisperer: Horror Show (2008)
Mentioned by Melinda as one of the horror films a ghost is imitating.
Mentioned by Melinda as one of the horror films a ghost is imitating.
Jellyscream! (2008)
Monster emerging from chest of a person.
Monster emerging from chest of a person.
Getaway: Episode #17.17 (2008)
Jules describes an octopus hauled on board by a fisherman as looking like something out of Alien.
Jules describes an octopus hauled on board by a fisherman as looking like something out of Alien.
Lovecraft: Fear of the Unknown (2008)
Mentioned.
Mentioned.
Not Quite Hollywood: The Wild, Untold Story of Ozploitation! (2008)
Philippe Mora mentions it.
Philippe Mora mentions it.
WarGames: The Dead Code (2008)
(when Ripley is mentioned) "Or 'Alien'."
(when Ripley is mentioned) "Or 'Alien'."
Tropic Thunder (2008)
at 0:00:06:30, a "dying alien" shriek is heard
at 0:00:06:30, a "dying alien" shriek is heard
Plaguers (2008)
a crew member turns out to not be human (a synthoid)/one of the space creatures is ejected out of the spaceship at the end of the movie
a crew member turns out to not be human (a synthoid)/one of the space creatures is ejected out of the spaceship at the end of the movie
Life: Not for Nothing (2008)
Dialogue, Stark to Crews: "A horror movie, you know? Like maybe the one with the haunted spaceship... That freeky, gooey head pops out --"
Dialogue, Stark to Crews: "A horror movie, you know? Like maybe the one with the haunted spaceship... That freeky, gooey head pops out --"
Strong Bad's Cool Game for Attractive People Episode 3: Baddest of the Bands (2008)
While playing Limozeen's Hot Babelien Oddysey, Strong Bad references this movie's tagline: "In space, no one can hear you scream"
While playing Limozeen's Hot Babelien Oddysey, Strong Bad references this movie's tagline: "In space, no one can hear you scream"
Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa (2008)
The Penguins watch a TV showing an Alien ChestBurster coming out of Shrek
The Penguins watch a TV showing an Alien ChestBurster coming out of Shrek
Heroes Unmasked: Teenage Kicks (2008)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Episode #7.49 (2008)
The Alien film series is included in a $4,000 question
The Alien film series is included in a $4,000 question
Yes Man (2008)
Poster seen on wall.
Poster seen on wall.
Beethoven's Big Break (2008)
The "Plan K9 in Outer Space" poster contains the tagline, "In space, no one can hear you bark."
The "Plan K9 in Outer Space" poster contains the tagline, "In space, no one can hear you bark."
Who Wants to Be a Millionaire: Episode #7.74 (2009)
Included in a $300 question
Included in a $300 question
Tales from the Script (2009)
Writer Dan O'Bannon discusses screenplay.
Writer Dan O'Bannon discusses screenplay.
Moon (2009)
the human habitation section is a visual influence
the human habitation section is a visual influence
Best Worst Movie (2009)
Mentioned by an interviewee
Mentioned by an interviewee
Bones: The Bones That Foam (2009)
"I've never seen insects like that... except in 'Alien'. "
"I've never seen insects like that... except in 'Alien'. "
Monsters vs Aliens (2009)
Closing of doors during chase in space
Closing of doors during chase in space
The Nostalgia Critic: Moonwalker (2009)
When a character dissolves into a wall, the Critic wonders if he has acid for blood, accompanied by a screen cap of the movie's alien.
When a character dissolves into a wall, the Critic wonders if he has acid for blood, accompanied by a screen cap of the movie's alien.
Phineas and Ferb: The Chronicles of Meap (2009)
When Candace says "Get away from him...Mitch!"
When Candace says "Get away from him...Mitch!"
Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (2009)
Leo Spitz warns Sam that he has an alien embryo growing inside him after being attacked by alien probe.
Leo Spitz warns Sam that he has an alien embryo growing inside him after being attacked by alien probe.
Funny People (2009)
Poster seen for the fictional film "Astro- Not" features the tagline "in space no one can hear you clean" spoofing the tagline to Alien "in space no one can hear you scream."
Poster seen for the fictional film "Astro- Not" features the tagline "in space no one can hear you clean" spoofing the tagline to Alien "in space no one can hear you scream."
Bad Movie Beatdown: AVP Alien vs. Predator (2009)
"I love the Alien and Predator movies."
"I love the Alien and Predator movies."
[Rec] ² (2009)
Air duct scene
Air duct scene
Jennifer's Body (2009)
poster seen in front of cinema
poster seen in front of cinema
Cargo (2009)
Water dripping in spaceship, lights in corridors turned on/off, stroboscope flashing lights
Water dripping in spaceship, lights in corridors turned on/off, stroboscope flashing lights
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: Surrogates/Pandorum/Fame (2009)
Listed as a scary movies set on a spaceship
Listed as a scary movies set on a spaceship
The Big Bang Theory: The Gothowitz Deviation (2009)
Howard references the movies tagline "In space no one can hear you scream."
Howard references the movies tagline "In space no one can hear you scream."
NCIS: Good Cop, Bad Cop (2009)
DiNozzo says situation is creepy like Alien with Signorney Weaver. Then goes on to describes the differences between each film
DiNozzo says situation is creepy like Alien with Signorney Weaver. Then goes on to describes the differences between each film
Grey's Anatomy: Invasion (2009)
Meradith talks about the chest bursting scene
Meradith talks about the chest bursting scene
Peep Show: Das Boot (2009)
Looking at pregnant Sophie, Mark thinks "It's like Alien, if the alien was a human."
Looking at pregnant Sophie, Mark thinks "It's like Alien, if the alien was a human."
SGU Stargate Universe: Water (2009)
Eli mentions aliens bursting out of his stomach
Eli mentions aliens bursting out of his stomach
SGU Stargate Universe: Time (2009)
Eli mentions the title when Rush looks down an egg plant.
Eli mentions the title when Rush looks down an egg plant.
Planet 51 (2009)
The Alien-like pet is named Ripley (the name is written on the doghouse).
The Alien-like pet is named Ripley (the name is written on the doghouse).
Doctor Who: Dreamland: Episode #1.1 (2009)
Referenced by name
Referenced by name
You Again Cast Fight (2010)
-Sigourney Weaver references the movie, which she starred in.
-Sigourney Weaver references the movie, which she starred in.
Ugly Betty: The Passion of the Betty (2010)
At the gallery, Amanda mentions a painting that has "an astronaut" with Betty "bursting out of his chest" - like a Chestburster-stage Alien.
At the gallery, Amanda mentions a painting that has "an astronaut" with Betty "bursting out of his chest" - like a Chestburster-stage Alien.
Modern Family: Up All Night (2010)
While in pain, Phil groans, "There's an alien inside of me."
While in pain, Phil groans, "There's an alien inside of me."
Dollhouse: The Hollow Men (2010)
Victor imprinted a Topher says Priya is "going Ripley."
Victor imprinted a Topher says Priya is "going Ripley."
Saturday Night Live: Sigourney Weaver/The Ting Tings (2010)
Mentioned by Sigourney Weaver during her monologue
Mentioned by Sigourney Weaver during her monologue
How It Should Have Ended: Avatar (2010)
A human explorer says "Game over, man! Game over!"
A human explorer says "Game over, man! Game over!"
V: We Can't Win (2010)
When at the U.N. meeting one of the name plates shown is from the "Weyland-Yutani Corp". This is the same company from the Alien franchise.
When at the U.N. meeting one of the name plates shown is from the "Weyland-Yutani Corp". This is the same company from the Alien franchise.
Party Down: Precious Lights Pre-School Auction (2010)
According to Roman, Kyle playing Vitaly Chernobyl in Snow Crash would be as if they'd cast Kate Hudson to play Ripley.
According to Roman, Kyle playing Vitaly Chernobyl in Snow Crash would be as if they'd cast Kate Hudson to play Ripley.
Never Sleep Again: The Elm Street Legacy (2010)
Renny Harlin mentions it.
Renny Harlin mentions it.
The Cinema Snob: Alien 2: On Earth (2010)
Mentioned by the Snob.
Mentioned by the Snob.
The Nostalgia Critic: Independence Day (2010)
The alien from the 1979 movie is seen during the spaceship gag.
The alien from the 1979 movie is seen during the spaceship gag.
Psych: Feet Don't Kill Me Now (2010)
Gus says, "And now we revel, 'Alien'-style," after which he and Shawn imitate the shrieking of the alien.
Gus says, "And now we revel, 'Alien'-style," after which he and Shawn imitate the shrieking of the alien.
True Blood: I Got a Right to Sing the Blues (2010)
mentioned by Sookie
mentioned by Sookie
StarCraft II: Wings of Liberty (2010)
Map titled "Colony 426" references the planet LV-426 where the crew of the Nostromo pick up the Alien.
Map titled "Colony 426" references the planet LV-426 where the crew of the Nostromo pick up the Alien.
The Big Bang Theory: The Hot Troll Deviation (2010)
Leonard says that Sheldon and Raj's partnership is "like if alien and predator decided to go partners in a Jamba Juice."
Leonard says that Sheldon and Raj's partnership is "like if alien and predator decided to go partners in a Jamba Juice."
IMDb's 20th Anniversary Star of the Day: Eli Roth (2010)
Eli Roth mentions this movie during interview
Eli Roth mentions this movie during interview
Let There Be Light: The Odyssey of Dark Star (2010)
Poster shown
Poster shown
Community: Epidemiology (2010)
Abed and Troy go off to "kick monster butt in our undies," like Ripley.
Abed and Troy go off to "kick monster butt in our undies," like Ripley.
The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror XXI (2010)
An X-ray machine reveals that an alien is gestating inside Professor Frink's stomach.
An X-ray machine reveals that an alien is gestating inside Professor Frink's stomach.
Sonikku karâzu (2010)
Eggman quotes the tagline of the film "In space no one can hear you scream"
Eggman quotes the tagline of the film "In space no one can hear you scream"
Midnight Movie Review: Alien Anthology (2010)
One of the films of this episode's subject
One of the films of this episode's subject
NCIS: Recruited (2011)
Mentioned by DiNozzo
Mentioned by DiNozzo
The Ricky Gervais Show: The Fly (2011)
The movie is mentioned
The movie is mentioned
Take Me Home Tonight (2011)
Video case is shown in video store.
Video case is shown in video store.
Bad Movie Beatdown: Moon 44 (2011)
mentioned as having much in common with Moon 44
mentioned as having much in common with Moon 44
Scream: The Inside Story (2011)
It is mentioned in a newspaper article.
It is mentioned in a newspaper article.
Community: Paradigms of Human Memory (2011)
Abed dresses up as the alien for Halloween.
Abed dresses up as the alien for Halloween.
The Cinema Snob: Oversexed Rugsuckers from Mars (2011)
"John Hurt from Alien?"
"John Hurt from Alien?"
Duke Nukem Forever (2011)
Octababies also explode from the chests of impregnated victims that are "slimed" to the wall much like the facehuger
Octababies also explode from the chests of impregnated victims that are "slimed" to the wall much like the facehuger
Futurama: The Silence of the Clamps (2011)
"Space, where no one can hear you clamp"
"Space, where no one can hear you clamp"
Futurama: Fry Am the Egg Man (2011)
The shot of Mr. Peppy standing on hind legs before he drops a ball in front of Bender is framed exactly as the show when the alien reveals itself in this film. Much of Mr. Peppy's design is taken from the aliens too, including how he hatches resembling the chest-burster and his acidic nature.
The shot of Mr. Peppy standing on hind legs before he drops a ball in front of Bender is framed exactly as the show when the alien reveals itself in this film. Much of Mr. Peppy's design is taken from the aliens too, including how he hatches resembling the chest-burster and his acidic nature.
30:Minutes or Less (2011)
"nobody can hear you scream"
"nobody can hear you scream"
The Cinema Snob: Entrails of a Virgin (2011)
"Now I know what a porno spoof of Alien would look like."
"Now I know what a porno spoof of Alien would look like."
Ebert Presents: At the Movies: Classics from the Vault: Movies that Changed the Movies (2011)
Roger mentions that the film was a horror film that came out the past summer
Roger mentions that the film was a horror film that came out the past summer
Game One: Fünf Tage wach: Game One auf der gamescom 2011 - Teil 2 (2011)
Simon mentions that the designers of 'Aliens: Colonial Marines' asked Ridley Scott for advice, because he made the first Alien movie. He also mentions that they should have asked James Cameron, who did the second part, due to the similarity between 'Aliens' and 'Aliens: Colonial Marines'
Simon mentions that the designers of 'Aliens: Colonial Marines' asked Ridley Scott for advice, because he made the first Alien movie. He also mentions that they should have asked James Cameron, who did the second part, due to the similarity between 'Aliens' and 'Aliens: Colonial Marines'
Comic-Con Episode IV: A Fan's Hope (2011)
Convention attendees seen holding their own Face Huggers.
Convention attendees seen holding their own Face Huggers.
The Nostalgia Chick: Chick Flicks! Sleepless in Seattle vs. When Harry Met Sally (2011)
mentioned among movies with female protagonists
mentioned among movies with female protagonists
Le Skylab (2011)
Movie poster on a wall of the Saint-Malo railway station.
Movie poster on a wall of the Saint-Malo railway station.
Bad Movie Beatdown: When in Rome (2011)
Alien Legacy box set can be seen in the background
Alien Legacy box set can be seen in the background
A Night at the Movies: The Horrors of Stephen King (2011)
still picture
still picture
Bad Movie Beatdown: Van Helsing (2011)
"Looks like the egg nest from Alien"
"Looks like the egg nest from Alien"
More Brains! A Return to the Living Dead (2011)
Poster shown
Poster shown
The Simpsons: Treehouse of Horror XXII (2011)
Maggie bursts from the chest of Bart's astronaut costume.
Maggie bursts from the chest of Bart's astronaut costume.
The Cinema Snob: Badi (2011)
"He looks like if you crossed Michael Emerson's DNA with the Alien."
"He looks like if you crossed Michael Emerson's DNA with the Alien."
Justified: Cut Ties (2012)
Mentioned in dialogue
Mentioned in dialogue
Switched at Birth: Les Soeurs D'Estrees (2012)
Daphne explains to Bay that Emmett named his motorcyckle "Ripley" after Sigourney Weaver's character in "Alien".
Daphne explains to Bay that Emmett named his motorcyckle "Ripley" after Sigourney Weaver's character in "Alien".
Chronicle (2012)
Matt wears a "USCSS Nostromo" t-shirt during the climax of the movie
Matt wears a "USCSS Nostromo" t-shirt during the climax of the movie
Transformers: Rescue Bots: The Alien Invasion of Griffin Rock (2012)
Blade claims that aliens attach to faces and lay eggs in people's bellies, just like the titular creature from this movie.
Blade claims that aliens attach to faces and lay eggs in people's bellies, just like the titular creature from this movie.
Cougar Town: A One Story Town (2012)
mentioned in dialogue
mentioned in dialogue
The Avengers (2012)
Harry Dean Stanton makes a cameo appearance and asks Bruce Banner if he's an alien.
Harry Dean Stanton makes a cameo appearance and asks Bruce Banner if he's an alien.
42nd Street Forever: Blu-ray Edition (2012)
Mentioned in "The Deadly Spawn" trailer.
Mentioned in "The Deadly Spawn" trailer.
Featured in
Giger's Alien (1979)
Behind-the-scenes footage is featured.
Behind-the-scenes footage is featured.
Sneak Previews: Invasion of the Outer Space Movies (1980)
Clip of space travelers from Earth exploring an alien planet
Clip of space travelers from Earth exploring an alien planet
Terror in the Aisles (1984)
Precious Images (1986)
The Horror Hall of Fame (1990)
1992 MTV Movie Awards (1992)
Clip shown during the opening montage
Clip shown during the opening montage
Violence and the Censors (1995)
special effects discussed
special effects discussed
100 Years of Horror (1996)
100 Years of Horror: Aliens (1996)
clips
clips
Hollywood Halloween (1997)
Monster Mania (1997)
Film clips included
Film clips included
Clay Pigeons (1998)
The Alien Legacy (1999)
Siskel & Ebert: Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace (1999)
Ebert discusses Star Wars' influence on the movie
Ebert discusses Star Wars' influence on the movie
The Fly Papers: The Buzz on Hollywood's Scariest Insect (2000)
clip shown
clip shown
AFI's 100 Years... 100 Thrills: America's Most Heart-Pounding Movies (2001)
This film is #6 on the list.
This film is #6 on the list.
Alien Evolution (2001)
SexTV: Dark Desires: Sexuality in the Horror Film (2003)
Clips from movie used in episode.
Clips from movie used in episode.
AFI's 100 Years... 100 Heroes & Villains (2003)
The Alien is #14 on the "Villains" list.
The Alien is #14 on the "Villains" list.
I Love the '70s: 1979 (2003)
The 100 Greatest Scary Moments (2003)
Voted as a scary moment
Voted as a scary moment
HBO First Look: 'Alien vs. Predator': Behind the Scenes (2004)
clip shown
clip shown
The Force Is with Them: The Legacy of 'Star Wars' (2004)
clips shown
clips shown
The Perfect Scary Movie (2005)
Clips are shown
Clips are shown
The Pervert's Guide to Cinema (2006)
excerpt in movie
excerpt in movie
50 Films to See Before You Die (2006)
Clips shown.
Clips shown.
20 to 1: Magnificent Movies (2006)
Some clips from this movie are shown when it is the subject of a segment.
Some clips from this movie are shown when it is the subject of a segment.
20 to 1: Movie Heroes & Villains (2007)
Some clips from this movie are shown in a segment on Ellen Ripley.
Some clips from this movie are shown in a segment on Ellen Ripley.
AFI's 10 Top 10: America's 10 Greatest Films in 10 Classic Genres (2008)
This film is #7 on the "Sci-Fi" list.
This film is #7 on the "Sci-Fi" list.
Nightmares in Red, White and Blue: The Evolution of the American Horror Film (2009)
It is mentioned and discussed. Also, footage of this movie is shown.
It is mentioned and discussed. Also, footage of this movie is shown.
20 to 1: Adults Only 20 to 01: World's Most Daring Movies (2009)
Clips shown in a segment.
Clips shown in a segment.
The Rotten Tomatoes Show: The Road/Ninja Assassin/Old Dogs (2009)
Their #2 Oh S**t Moment
Their #2 Oh S**t Moment
20 to 1: Adults Only 20 to 1: Movie Monsters (2010)
Clips shown in a segment on its title character.
Clips shown in a segment on its title character.
Scream Awards 2010 (2010)
Clips shown during the Sigourney Weaver tribute.
Clips shown during the Sigourney Weaver tribute.
Hollywood's Top Ten: Monster Movies (2011)
#3
#3
Shameful Sequels: Alien Resurrection (2011)
Jeavons discusses the original
Jeavons discusses the original
Hollywood's Top Ten: Scream Queens (2011)
Sigourney Weaver takes #5
Sigourney Weaver takes #5
The Future of Fear (2011)
Clips from film used/discussed in documentary
Clips from film used/discussed in documentary
The Nostalgia Critic: Alien: Resurrection (2012)
recalling Ash the android surviving mutilation.
recalling Ash the android surviving mutilation.
Spoofed in
30-Second Bunny Theatre: Alien
The Whole Short is a Parody of Alien
The Whole Short is a Parody of Alien
Galaxina (1980)
The Evil Dead (1981)
Illegal Alien (1982)
The film overall is a spoof of Alien.
The film overall is a spoof of Alien.
Wacko (1982)
The killer's list of warnings includes "Don't go into space because no one can hear you scream."
The killer's list of warnings includes "Don't go into space because no one can hear you scream."
Urusei Yatsura: Only You (1983)
The Creature Wasn't Nice (1983)
The Ice Pirates (1984)
Alien running around spaceship eating people
Alien running around spaceship eating people
Fright Show (1985)
"Illegal Alien" is a spoof.
"Illegal Alien" is a spoof.
Monster in the Closet (1986)
the mouth inside the monster's mouth
the mouth inside the monster's mouth
Space Quest, Chapter Two: Vohaul's Revenge (1987)
The kissing monster which Roger may encounter on the fifth floor in Vohaul's asteroid is a parody on the Alien. If it manages to grab Roger and kiss him, later in the game a small green alien will burst out of Roger's body, killing him in the process.
The kissing monster which Roger may encounter on the fifth floor in Vohaul's asteroid is a parody on the Alien. If it manages to grab Roger and kiss him, later in the game a small green alien will burst out of Roger's body, killing him in the process.
Spaceballs (1987)
A chestburster bursts through the chest of a crew member played by John Hurt who played Kane in Alien.
A chestburster bursts through the chest of a crew member played by John Hurt who played Kane in Alien.
Moving (1988)
The tagline for this movie is....."On the New Jersey Turnpike, no one can hear you scream".....which is a spoof of the Alien tagline, "In space, no one can hear you scream"
The tagline for this movie is....."On the New Jersey Turnpike, no one can hear you scream".....which is a spoof of the Alien tagline, "In space, no one can hear you scream"
Splatterhouse: Wanpaku Graffiti (1989)
spiders burst out a girl's chest
spiders burst out a girl's chest
Troll 2 (1990)
The small creature bursting out of Josh's stomach.
The small creature bursting out of Josh's stomach.
Parker Lewis: Musso & Frank (1990)
Frank's teardrop falls to the floor, burns a hole through it, and drops down onto a desk below, spoofing the scene in which the alien's blood eats through the floor in "Alien."
Frank's teardrop falls to the floor, burns a hole through it, and drops down onto a desk below, spoofing the scene in which the alien's blood eats through the floor in "Alien."
Loaf (1991)
We Are Not Angels (1992)
Severed Ties (1992)
Space Quest V: The Next Mutation (1993)
Spike, the mischievous acid-dripping face-hugging creature which Roger adopts as a pet, is a parody on the Alien. Unlike the Alien, Spike is harmless and helpful.
Spike, the mischievous acid-dripping face-hugging creature which Roger adopts as a pet, is a parody on the Alien. Unlike the Alien, Spike is harmless and helpful.
So I Married an Axe Murderer (1993)
Animaniacs: Space Probed/Battle for the Planet (1993)
The cat scene from Alien is spoofed with Dot on the spaceship. The alien drops down behind her.
The cat scene from Alien is spoofed with Dot on the spaceship. The alien drops down behind her.
The Simpsons: Deep Space Homer (1994)
Itchy bursts out of Scratchy's stomach, spoofing the alien bursting out of a man's stomach scene in this movie.
Itchy bursts out of Scratchy's stomach, spoofing the alien bursting out of a man's stomach scene in this movie.
The Simpsons: Sweet Seymour Skinner's Baadasssss Song (1994)
Groundskeeper Willie chases Santa's Little Helper through the school's airducts, just as the crew does in Alien.
Groundskeeper Willie chases Santa's Little Helper through the school's airducts, just as the crew does in Alien.
Space Quest 6: The Spinal Frontier (1995)
Djurkwhad, the alien who challenges Roger to play "Stooge Fighter" at the arcade store, is a parody on the Alien.
Djurkwhad, the alien who challenges Roger to play "Stooge Fighter" at the arcade store, is a parody on the Alien.
Toy Story (1995)
Casper: Casper vs. the Ultimate Fanboy/Field of Screams (1996)
Near the end of "Casper vs. the Ultimate Fanboy", Casper transforms into the alien from Alien (1979) to scare off two convention security guards.
Near the end of "Casper vs. the Ultimate Fanboy", Casper transforms into the alien from Alien (1979) to scare off two convention security guards.
Percy tårar (1996)
NewsRadio: Daydream (1996)
One of Beth's daydreams
One of Beth's daydreams
Leprechaun 4: In Space (1997)
The Leprechaun bursts out of a man's pants/a man is a robot/The Leprechaun is shot into space at the end
The Leprechaun bursts out of a man's pants/a man is a robot/The Leprechaun is shot into space at the end
Mystery Science Theater 3000: I Was a Teenage Werewolf (1997)
An egg-laying alien attaches itself to Tom's face, spoofing what happens to Kane in "Alien."
An egg-laying alien attaches itself to Tom's face, spoofing what happens to Kane in "Alien."
Nowhere (1997)
NewsRadio: Space (1997)
After Jimmy lets an Alien into the station, Dave and Lisa hunt it
After Jimmy lets an Alien into the station, Dave and Lisa hunt it
Jane Austen's Mafia! (1998)
Vincenzo trips and the parcel bursts open out of his chest
Vincenzo trips and the parcel bursts open out of his chest
Whose Line Is It Anyway?: Show No. 104 (1998)
Ryan's interpretation of his quirk in Let's Make a Date is inspired by a scene from this film.
Ryan's interpretation of his quirk in Let's Make a Date is inspired by a scene from this film.
Men in White (1998)
Austin Powers: The Spy Who Shagged Me (1999)
Mini-me bursts through Austin's top, just like the chest bursting scene in this film.
Mini-me bursts through Austin's top, just like the chest bursting scene in this film.
Sex, lögner & videovåld (2000)
Conker's Bad Fur Day (2001)
Evolution (2001)
Elvira's Haunted Hills (2001)
Scary Movie 2 (2001)
Invader ZIM: Halloween Spectacular of Spooky Doom (2001)
In the opening credits, Gir wears a Xenomorph costume
In the opening credits, Gir wears a Xenomorph costume
The Chubbchubbs! (2002)
The Alien from this film appears sitting in the bar.
The Alien from this film appears sitting in the bar.
Star Warp'd (2002)
A character called Uglien resembles the creature in Alien.
A character called Uglien resembles the creature in Alien.
Blue Gender: The Warrior (2002)
The underground nest of Blue eggs is a spoof of the underground Xenomorph eggs.
The underground nest of Blue eggs is a spoof of the underground Xenomorph eggs.
Space Nuts (2003)
the tagline
the tagline
My Life as a Teenage Robot: Hostile Makeover (2003)
The Little robot that turned her into a monster pops out of her belly like the way the alien pops out of the man's chest
The Little robot that turned her into a monster pops out of her belly like the way the alien pops out of the man's chest
Shrek 2 (2004)
Puss In Boots rips through Shrek's shirt a la a chestburster
Puss In Boots rips through Shrek's shirt a la a chestburster
Conker: Live and Reloaded (2004)
Hechirc
Hechirc
Raising the Stakes (2005)
quoted the line "mostly... mostly"
quoted the line "mostly... mostly"
Disaster! (2006)
The famous stomach-bursting scene.
The famous stomach-bursting scene.
The Emperor's New Groove 2: Kronk's New Groove (2005)
Bug jumps and attaches to face of Kronk (face-hugger)
Bug jumps and attaches to face of Kronk (face-hugger)
A Ticket to Space (2006)
the scene with the giant turkey is a spoof of the scenes with the Alien Queen
the scene with the giant turkey is a spoof of the scenes with the Alien Queen
The DiCaprio Code (2006)
alien bursts out of girl's chest
alien bursts out of girl's chest
RV (2006)
Spoofs the tagline
Spoofs the tagline
QI: Exploration (2007)
Rich: "In space, no one can hear you apologize"
Rich: "In space, no one can hear you apologize"
The Apprentice: Going Once, Going Twice, You're Fired (2008)
Stephen recreates chest bursting scene
Stephen recreates chest bursting scene
Dying Breed (2008)
Jack imitates the alien chest-bursting scene with a rabbit's corpse.
Jack imitates the alien chest-bursting scene with a rabbit's corpse.
Spaceballs: The Animated Series: Spidermawg (2008)
Several aliens burst from peoples stomachs
Several aliens burst from peoples stomachs
ThanksKilling (2009)
the turkey bursts out of a man's chest
the turkey bursts out of a man's chest
The Haunted World of El Superbeasto (2009)
An alien bursts out of a man's chest and steals his beer.
An alien bursts out of a man's chest and steals his beer.
Planet 51 (2009)
Alien "Pet" resembles the alien here. It also has an acid urine, a reference to the acid blood the alien has.
Alien "Pet" resembles the alien here. It also has an acid urine, a reference to the acid blood the alien has.
Saturday Night Live: Sigourney Weaver/The Ting Tings (2010)
Spoofed in the "Laser Cats 5" digital short
Spoofed in the "Laser Cats 5" digital short
American Dad!: The Great Space Roaster (2010)
From the way the Smiths wake up in the pods, and Stan's panties and tank top outfit are the same as Sigourney Weaver's in the end of Alien. The way Roger acts while hunting down the family on the spaceship is exactly like Alien
From the way the Smiths wake up in the pods, and Stan's panties and tank top outfit are the same as Sigourney Weaver's in the end of Alien. The way Roger acts while hunting down the family on the spaceship is exactly like Alien
The Simpsons: Homer the Father (2011)
In Bart's daydream, a bald eagle emerges from his chest in the same way that the monster does in the "Alien" films.
In Bart's daydream, a bald eagle emerges from his chest in the same way that the monster does in the "Alien" films.
Robot Chicken: Fool's Goldfinger (2011)
Alien with acid blood
Alien with acid blood
