Aliens
Ripley, the sole survivor of the Nostromo's deadly encounter with the monstrous Alien, returns to Earth after drifting through space in hypersleep for 57 years. Although her story is initially met with skepticism, she agrees to accompany a team of Colonial Marines back to LV-426.
Release Year
1986
Runtime
137 min
Audience Score
8.0
Genres
Action, Thriller, Science Fiction
Story Snapshot
Ripley, the sole survivor of the Nostromo's deadly encounter with the monstrous Alien, returns to Earth after drifting through space in hypersleep for 57 years. Although her story is initially met with skepticism, she agrees to accompany a team of Colonial Marines back to LV-426.
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Aliens is a intense pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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Who should watch Aliens?
Aliens is best for viewers who want action, thriller, science fiction without having to browse blindly.
What tone does Aliens have?
The tone is best described as intense, which is why this page links into more mood-based guides instead of leaving you with genre labels alone.
How complex is Aliens?
Aliens lands at medium complexity, so it works both as a direct pick and as a springboard into deeper recommendation pages.
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