Aliens

1986 James Cameron 2h 17m
Action Thriller Science Fiction

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.

Cast

Sigourney Weaver Ripley
Carrie Henn Newt
Michael Biehn Corporal Hicks
Paul Reiser Burke
Lance Henriksen Bishop
Bill Paxton Private Hudson
William Hope Lieutenant Gorman
Jenette Goldstein Private Vasquez

Vibes

Energized Heart Pounding Crowd Pleaser

Double Feature Pairings

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