The Take
Alien: Covenant hands its monsters to the dumbest crew in sci-fi history, who treat every horror movie rule like a checklist for self-destruction.
Practical xenomorph moments still hit, yet the film wastes them on android daddy issues and zero-stakes nihilism that makes you root for the aliens.
The Verdict
The film strands its monsters with a cast engineered to make every wrong call possible, turning potential terror into frustrated eye-rolling.
Skip it. Watch the 1979 Alien instead — tighter, scarier, zero android soap opera.
Common Questions
What is Alien: Covenant about?
Android David hunts his creator while a new crew unleashes xenomorphs. Dumb decisions follow.
Why is Alien: Covenant controversial?
Its bleak nihilism and crew incompetence drew backlash from fans expecting classic horror.
How does Alien: Covenant compare to the original Alien?
Original wins on tension and restraint. This one adds android drama and loses the dread.
