Alien Nation
A few years from now, Earth will have the first contact with an alien civilization. These aliens, known as Newcomers, slowly begin to be integrated into human society after years of quarantine.
Release Year
1988
Runtime
91 min
Audience Score
6.1
Genres
Science Fiction, Crime, Thriller, Action
Story Snapshot
A few years from now, Earth will have the first contact with an alien civilization. These aliens, known as Newcomers, slowly begin to be integrated into human society after years of quarantine.
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Alien Nation is a dark pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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