Aliens(1986)
“This time it's war.”
Overview
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.
Director
James Cameron
Studio
SLM Production Group
Budget
$19M
Revenue
$183M
Cast
Sigourney Weaver
as Ripley
Carrie Henn
as Newt
Michael Biehn
as Corporal Hicks
Paul Reiser
as Burke
Lance Henriksen
as Bishop
Bill Paxton
as Private Hudson
William Hope
as Lieutenant Gorman
Jenette Goldstein
as Private Vasquez
Al Matthews
as Sergeant Apone
Mark Rolston
as Private Drake
Ricco Ross
as Private Frost
Colette Hiller
as Corporal Ferro
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1986
Runtime
2h 17m
Language
English
Rating
8 / 10
Budget
$19M
Box Office
$183M
Production Companies
SLM Production Group • 20th Century Fox • Brandywine Productions
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Aliens?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Aliens (1986).
What is Aliens about?▼
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.
Who directed Aliens?▼
Aliens was directed by James Cameron and released in 1986. It is a action, thriller, science fiction film.
How long is Aliens?▼
Aliens has a runtime of 2 hours and 17 minutes (137 minutes total).
Who stars in Aliens?▼
The cast of Aliens includes Sigourney Weaver as Ripley, Carrie Henn as Newt, Michael Biehn as Corporal Hicks, Paul Reiser as Burke, Lance Henriksen as Bishop and more.
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