Welcome, fellow Alien fans! This page explores how Ridley Scott and his incredible team brought the original 1979 masterpiece to life — from groundbreaking set designs to the chilling atmosphere that changed sci-fi forever.
Here you’ll find a handpicked collection of videos and articles created by talented fans, filmmakers, and historians who have shared their knowledge and passion for Alien. I am deeply grateful to them for keeping this film's spirit alive for us all to enjoy.
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The crew of the Nostromo are just as iconic as the xenomorph itself, and these figures celebrate the human side of Alien — 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 people 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 the making of Alien.
KEY CHARACTERS & ICONS
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”
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.
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”
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”
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”
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”
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 boardgame, articles and videos, they are listed below the next several videos. Enjoy!
EXPANDED FIGURES & VARIANTS
Want a stylized yet instantly recognizable Mini Epics figure of Ellen Ripley from Alien, reimagined by WETA Workshop with expressive detail and premium collectible charm?
Amazon: “WETA Workshop Mini Epics Alien (1979) Ellen Ripley Figure”
Want a smaller-scale, highly poseable Dallas action figure from Hiya Toys that fits perfectly with 1:18 displays and vehicle or diorama setups?
Amazon: “Hiya Toys Alien Dallas 1:18 Scale Action Figure”
Want a detailed resin figurine of Kane from the Eaglemoss collection, capturing the ill-fated crew member whose encounter changes everything?
Amazon: “Eaglemoss Alien & Predator Figure Collection #27 Kane Resin Figurine”
Want a compact, detailed Lambert figure in her spacesuit from Hiya Toys, perfect for pairing with other 1:18 scale Alien crew figures?
Amazon: “Hiya Toys Alien Lambert Spacesuit 1:18 Scale Action Figure”
Want a collectible Brett figurine bundled with a magazine, part of Entertainment Earth’s Alien & Predator figure series for fans who love display-ready pieces?
Amazon: “Alien & Predator Brett Figure & Magazine #24” (Entertainment Earth edition)
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 boardgame, articles and videos, they are listed below the next several videos. Enjoy!
If you love digging into how this movie actually got made — the drafts, the production chaos, the genius decisions and happy accidents — this is where the real treasure is. Below are some popular “behind-the-scenes” books and editions that let you ride along with Ridley Scott, Dan O’Bannon, Giger and the rest of the crew as Alien came to life.
But, before the books:
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”
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)
Want to explore the complete behind-the-scenes story of how Alien was developed, designed, and brought to the screen in exhaustive detail by renowned film historian J. W. Rinzler?
Amazon: “The Making of Alien” (Hardcover – J. W. Rinzler)
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)
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)
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
Want a cooperative strategy board game that recreates the tension, isolation, and escalating danger of Alien (1979), as players work together to survive aboard the Nostromo?
Amazon: “Ravensburger Alien: Fate of the Nostromo Board Game”
Want an in-depth review that breaks down how Fate of the Nostromo captures the suspense of the film through mechanics, pacing, and multiple possible outcomes?
Want 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?
Want a clear, step-by-step tutorial video that explains the rules, setup, and basic strategies of Alien: Fate of the Nostromo?
Want to see a solo playthrough that highlights how tension builds even with one player, including unpredictable events and Jonesy-related chaos?
Want a fast, bite-sized overview that explains the game’s core mechanics and feel in just a few minutes?
Here are a handful of articles that you may find interesting. Enjoy!
Director Ridley Scott on his classic ‘Alien’ and filmmaking after the pandemic
By Mark Olsen:
Ridley Scott Drove His Casting Team 'Crazy' Finding The Right Actors For Alien
By Anya Stanley:
Alien's Contract Forced Ridley Scott To Film Scenes He Knew Would Never Make The Cut
BY WITNEY SEIBOLD
Sigourney Weaver Says 'Alien' Script Once Included Sex Scene- and She Told Ridley Scott to Cut It
By Ryan Parker
https://people.com/movies/sigourney-weaver-says-alien-script-originally-had-sex-scene/
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