Where to watch Alien in the US

Name: Alien
Genre: Horror, Science Fiction
Released: 1979-05-25
Cast: Tom Skerritt, Sigourney Weaver, Veronica Cartwright, Harry Dean Stanton, John Hurt

Alien (1979) is streaming in the US on Netflix, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, fuboTV, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home, included with a subscription.

Checked November 5, 2026. Streaming included with a subscription only; we don't list rentals or purchases.

Type: Movie
Year: 1979
Genre: Horror, Science Fiction
Runtime: 1h 57m
Original language: English
Director: Ridley Scott
Starring: Tom Skerritt, Sigourney Weaver, Veronica Cartwright, Harry Dean Stanton and John Hurt
IMDb: 8.4/10 (1,079,153 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes: 93%

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Frequently asked questions about Alien

Is Alien on Netflix?

Yes, Alien is streaming on Netflix in the US and is included with a subscription.

Is Alien on Hulu?

No, Alien isn't on Hulu in the US right now. You can watch it on Netflix, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, fuboTV, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home.

How long is Alien?

Alien is 117 minutes long (1 hour and 57 minutes).

Who is in the cast of Alien?

The cast includes Tom Skerritt, Sigourney Weaver, Veronica Cartwright, Harry Dean Stanton and John Hurt.

Where to watch Alien in the US

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