Alien Romulus Sequel News: All We Know About Romulus 2

By Janno Vares, Founder & Editor, covering Alien vs. Predator since 2001
March 11, 2025 | Updated July 03, 2026

Following the success of Alien: Romulus, 20th Century Studios is moving forward with another Alien film. The sequel does not yet have an official title or release date, but Fede Alvarez and Rodo Sayagues have completed a script, and Alvarez remains involved as a producer alongside Ridley Scott. This article covers the current status of Alien: Romulus 2, the expected return of Rain and Andy, the rumors surrounding David, and how the sequel could fit into the wider Alien franchise.

Development Status

A teaser image for Fede Alvarez Alien: Romulus

The Alien: Romulus sequel is no longer only in the early brainstorming stage. Fede Alvarez confirmed that he and co-writer Rodo Sayagues completed a script for the follow-up, but Alvarez is not expected to return as director. Instead, he is stepping back into a producer role while the team searches for a new filmmaker to take over the next installment. Ridley Scott is also expected to remain involved as a producer, continuing his long association with the Alien franchise.

Fede Alvarez's Role In The Sequel

Andy in hypersleep at the end of Alien: Romulus

Although Alvarez directed Alien: Romulus, he has said that he does not plan to direct the sequel himself. His decision follows the tradition of the Alien series, where different filmmakers often bring new perspectives to each entry. Alvarez still helped shape the story by writing the script with Sayagues, and he has indicated that the sequel should protect the characters introduced in Romulus rather than discard them at the beginning of the next movie. That makes Rain Carradine and Andy the most important returning story threads from the first film.

Will Rain And Andy Return?

Alien: Romulus ended with Rain Carradine and the android Andy escaping aboard the Corbelan IV. Their destination was Yvaga III, a planet presented as a possible safe haven away from Weyland-Yutani control. Andy was damaged during the final confrontation with the Offspring, while Rain promised to repair him after placing both of them in cryosleep. David Jonsson, who played Andy, has continued to speak positively about the sequel, making Andy's return one of the strongest expectations for the next film.

Could David Return?

The Corbelan IV flies towards its destination at the end of Alien: Romulus

In early 2026, industry rumors suggested that Alvarez considered bringing back Michael Fassbender's android David for the Alien: Romulus sequel. According to unconfirmed reports, the idea was ultimately rejected, potentially due to creative differences over the future direction of the Alien franchise. Neither 20th Century Studios nor Ridley Scott publicly commented on the reports, and David's involvement in any future Alien project remains unconfirmed. However, the rumors show that unresolved ideas from Prometheus and Alien: Covenant are still part of the wider discussion around the franchise's future.

What About Ellen Ripley?

The Narcissus shuttle possibly containing Ellen Ripley in Romulus

Rumors about Ellen Ripley returning through digital de-aging technology circulated after Alien: Romulus, but Alvarez dismissed that idea as gossip. There is currently no confirmed plan for Sigourney Weaver to appear in the sequel. Romulus was set during Ripley's long period in hypersleep between Alien and Aliens, which makes a Ripley cameo theoretically possible within the timeline. However, the stronger direction for the sequel appears to be continuing with Rain and Andy rather than shifting the focus back to Ripley.

Release Date And Filming Status

Alien: Romulus 2 does not currently have an official release date. Earlier comments suggested that the sequel could move toward production after the script stage, but Alvarez later confirmed that a new director still needed to be found. Because of that, a 2027 release appears unlikely unless production moves quickly. A release in 2028 or later would be more realistic if the project enters active production after a director is chosen.

How Alien: Earth Could Affect The Future

The USCSS Maginot burns in Earth's atmosphere in Alien: Earth

The sequel is developing in a busier Alien landscape than the one that existed when Alien: Romulus was released. FX's Alien: Earth expanded the franchise on television, while Predator projects such as Predator: Killer Of Killers and Predator: Badlands showed that 20th Century Studios is actively building out both sides of the Alien and Predator universe. That does not mean Alien: Romulus 2 will directly connect to those projects, but it does mean the film is likely being developed as part of a much larger franchise strategy. For now, the most grounded expectation is that the sequel will continue the Romulus storyline before making any larger crossover moves.

Conclusion

Alien: Romulus 2 is moving forward, but it remains in a transitional stage. The script has been completed by Fede Alvarez and Rodo Sayagues, Alvarez is staying involved as a producer, and the search for a new director appears to be the next major step. Rain and Andy remain the most likely characters to continue into the sequel, while rumors about David's return remain unconfirmed. Until 20th Century Studios announces a director, cast, production start, or release date, the sequel should be considered active but still officially undated.