Inside the Creation of a Sci-Fi Masterpiece – Alien (1979)

The crew of the Nostromo are just as iconic as the xenomorph itself, and these Nostromo crew action figures celebrate the human side of the Alien 1979 film — the working-class space truckers who faced the nightmare head-on. From detailed NECA sculpts to stylized and miniature versions, these figures are perfect for display, collection, or rounding out your Alien shelf with the characters who made the story feel real. The items below are selected to complement the videos and articles on this page, highlighting the people, designs, and ideas behind Ridley Scott’s film making of Alien.

KEY CHARACTERS & ICONS

NECA 40th Anniversary Alien – Ripley in Compression Suit (7” Scale Action Figure)

Want a highly detailed NECA figure of Ellen Ripley in her screen-accurate compression suit, capturing her look during the tense final act aboard the Nostromo?

Amazon: NECA Alien 40th Anniversary Ripley Compression Suit 7" Action Figure

⚠️ Limited Availability – This item may sell out quickly.

NECA Series 4 – Ripley in Jumpsuit (Alien Version) 7” Scale Action Figure

Want a classic NECA sculpt of Ripley in her Nostromo jumpsuit, representing her earlier appearance in the film before everything goes terribly wrong?

Amazon:  NECA Alien Series 4 Ripley Jumpsuit 7" Action Figure

By the way, want to read a great article on Ellen Ripley, The First Action Heroine? Then check out this article by Xan Brooks.

Eaglemoss Alien & Predator Figure Collection #6 – Dallas Resin Figurine

Want a finely sculpted resin figurine of Captain Dallas, part of the collectible Eaglemoss Alien & Predator series that pairs character detail with a sleek display base?

Amazon: Eaglemoss Alien & Predator Figure Collection #6 Dallas Resin Figurine

Hiya Toys Exquisite Mini Series – Alien Kane in Spacesuit (1:18 Scale Action Figure)

Want a highly detailed 1:18 scale Kane action figure from Hiya Toys, capturing his spacesuit look during the fateful expedition on LV-426?

Amazon: Hiya Toys Exquisite Mini Alien Kane in Spacesuit 1:18 Scale Action Figure

NECA Aliens Series 11 – Lambert in Compression Suit (7” Scale Action Figure)

Want a NECA figure of Lambert in her compression suit, honoring one of the most emotionally human characters aboard the Nostromo?

Amazon:  NECA Aliens Series 11 Lambert Compression Suit 7" Action Figure

⚠️ Limited Availability – This item may sell out quickly.

NECA Alien – 40th Anniversary Wave 2 – Parker (7” Scale Action Figure)

Want a detailed NECA figure of Parker, capturing the no-nonsense engineer whose attitude and one-liners are pure Nostromo crew energy?

Amazon: NECA Alien 40th Anniversary Wave 2 Parker 7" Action Figure

NECA Alien – 40th Anniversary Wave 2 – Brett (7” Scale Action Figure)

Want a 40th Anniversary NECA figure of Brett, complete with his iconic Nostromo workwear and unmistakable trucker-in-space attitude?

Amazon: NECA Alien 40th Anniversary Wave 2 Brett 7" Action Figure

For links to great Xenomorph figures just check out our Xenomorph page for those and more great content! For books on the making of the film and The Fate of the Nostromo board game, articles and videos, they are listed below the next several videos. Enjoy!

EXPANDED FIGURES & VARIANTS

WETA Workshop Mini Epics – Alien (1979) – Ellen Ripley

Looking for a stylized yet instantly recognizable Mini Epics figure of Ellen Ripley from the Alien 1979 film? This figure is reimagined by WETA Workshop with expressive detail and premium collectible charm.

Amazon: WETA Workshop Mini Epics Alien (1979) Ellen Ripley Figure

Hiya Toys Alien – Dallas 1:18 Scale Action Figure

If you want a smaller-scale, highly poseable Dallas action figure from Hiya Toys, this piece fits perfectly with 1:18 displays and vehicle or diorama setups, making it a great addition to any Nostromo crew action figures collection.

Amazon: Hiya Toys Alien Dallas 1:18 Scale Action Figure

⚠️ Limited Availability – This item may sell out quickly.

Eaglemoss Alien & Predator Figure Collection #27 – Kane Resin Figurine

For fans of the Alien 1979 film, this detailed resin figurine of Kane from the Eaglemoss collection captures the ill-fated crew member whose encounter changes everything.

Amazon: Eaglemoss Alien & Predator Figure Collection #27 Kane Resin Figurine

⚠️ Limited Availability – This item may sell out quickly.

Hiya Toys Alien – Lambert in Spacesuit 1:18 Scale Action Figure

Looking for a compact, detailed Lambert figure in her spacesuit from Hiya Toys? This figure is perfect for pairing with other 1:18 scale Alien crew figures and enhances any display featuring the Ridley Scott film making.

Amazon: Hiya Toys Alien Lambert Spacesuit 1:18 Scale Action Figure

Entertainment Earth – Alien & Predator Figure & Magazine #24 – Brett from Alien

Want a collectible Brett figurine bundled with a magazine? This piece is part of Entertainment Earth’s Alien & Predator figure series, ideal for fans who cherish display-ready items.

Amazon: Entertainment Earth Alien & Predator Brett Figure & Magazine #24

For links to great Xenomorph figures, check out our Xenomorph page for those and more exciting content! Additionally, for books on the making of the film and The Fate of the Nostromo board game, articles, and videos, they are listed below the next several videos. Enjoy!

If you love digging into how the Alien 1979 film actually got made — the drafts, the production chaos, the genius decisions, and happy accidents — this is where the real treasure lies. Below are some popular “behind-the-scenes” books and editions that let you ride along with Ridley Scott and the rest of the crew as Alien came to life, alongside the Nostromo crew action figures that fans adore.

But, before the books:

“In Space No One Can Hear You Scream” Big Chest Poster T-Shirt

Want a bold big-chest poster t-shirt showcasing Alien’s legendary tagline, one of the most iconic lines in movie history? This is my personal favorite!

Amazon: In Space No One Can Hear You Scream Big Chest Poster T-Shirt

Making-of Books

Alien Vault – Making-of Coffee Table Book

Want to dive deep into how Alien went from Dan O’Bannon’s script to Ridley Scott’s finished nightmare with the gorgeous hardcover Alien Vault: The Definitive Story of the Making of the Film?

Amazon: Alien Vault: The Definitive Story of the Making of the Film (Hardcover, Ian Nathan)

The Book of Alien – Paperback

Want a fan-favorite, highly readable paperback that explores the ideas, artwork, production details, and creative influences behind the original Alien film?

Amazon: The Book of Alien (Paperback, Paul Scanlon, Author; Michael Gross, Illustrator)

Alien: The Archive – The Ultimate Guide to the Classic Movies (Hardcover)

Want an expansive, reference-style guide packed with imagery, facts, and archival material covering the classic Alien films in one beautifully produced hardcover volume?

Amazon: Alien: The Archive – The Ultimate Guide to the Classic Movies (Hardcover – Titan Books)

Alien: The Blueprints – Production Art Companion

Want a book that lays out the sets, ships, and hardware of the Alien universe like a technical manual pulled straight from the Nostromo’s archives?

Amazon: Alien: The Blueprints by Graham Langridge

Board Game

Ravensburger – Alien: Fate of the Nostromo Board Game

Are you looking for a cooperative strategy board game that captures the tension, isolation, and escalating danger reminiscent of the Alien 1979 film? In this game, players must work together as the crew of the Nostromo to survive the perils that await them.

This popular board game has become increasingly difficult to find at standard retail, but it remains a favorite among fans of the Ridley Scott film. 

Articles — Alien: Fate of the Nostromo

“Alien: Fate of the Nostromo is a tight, tense board game with multiple endings” — By Charlie Hall (Polygon)

Interested in an in-depth review that breaks down how Fate of the Nostromo captures the suspense of the film through its mechanics, pacing, and multiple possible outcomes?

“An ‘Alien’ Board Game Is Coming To Terrorize Your Tabletop Nights” — By Hoai-Tran Bui (SlashFilm)

Looking for a preview-style article that explores how Alien: Fate of the Nostromo translates the movie’s horror and atmosphere into a tabletop experience for fans and families alike?

Videos — Alien: Fate of the Nostromo Gameplay & Overviews

“Alien: Fate of the Nostromo – How To Play”

Want a clear, step-by-step tutorial video that explains the rules, setup, and basic strategies of Alien: Fate of the Nostromo?

“Table For 1 Play of Alien: Fate of the Nostromo – ‘Cat Troubles!’”

Curious to see a solo playthrough that highlights how tension builds even with one player, including unpredictable events and Jonesy-related chaos?

“Alien: Fate of the Nostromo in About 3 Minutes”

Looking for a fast, bite-sized overview that explains the game’s core mechanics and feel in just a few minutes? Don’t miss out on this captivating cooperative experience that brings the Nostromo crew action figures to life!

Here are a handful of articles that you may find interesting. Enjoy!

Director Ridley Scott discusses his iconic 1979 film ‘Alien’ and the challenges of filmmaking after the pandemic.

By Mark Olsen:

www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/movies/story/2020-05-29/ultimate-summer-movie-showdown-ridley-scott-alien

Ridley Scott drove his casting team 'crazy' while searching for the right actors for the Alien 1979 film.

By Anya Stanley:

www.slashfilm.com/1025094/ridley-scott-drove-his-casting-team-crazy-finding-the-right-actors-for-alien/

The contract for Alien forced Ridley Scott to film scenes he knew would never make the cut.

By Witney Seibold

Read More: https://www.slashfilm.com/1068747/aliens-contract-forced-ridley-scott-to-film-scenes-he-knew-would-never-make-the-cut/

Sigourney Weaver reveals that the script for the Alien 1979 film once included a sex scene, which she advised Ridley Scott to cut.

By Ryan Parker

https://people.com/movies/sigourney-weaver-says-alien-script-originally-had-sex-scene/