Alien Nation 1988
“Prepare Yourself.”
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Director
- Graham Baker
- Networks
- 20th Century Fox, Pacific Western, American Entertainment Partners II L.P.
What is Alien Nation?
Alien Nation is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Science Fiction, Crime, Thriller, Action.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1988
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 91 minutes
- Release date
- Oct 7, 1988
- Studios
- 20th Century Fox, Pacific Western, American Entertainment Partners II L.P.
- Genres
- Science Fiction, Crime, Thriller, Action
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.1/10
- Episode runtime
- ~91 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- 20th Century Fox, Pacific Western, American Entertainment Partners II L.P.
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Overview
Alien Nation is a film first released in 1988. Catalogued under Science Fiction, Crime, Thriller, Action. Produced and broadcast by 20th Century Fox, Pacific Western, American Entertainment Partners II L.P.. Current status: Released.
Should you watch it?
“First contact sparks uneasy integration of alien newcomers into human society.”
- Blend of sci‑fi and police procedural
- Explores social integration themes
- Strong genre mix
- Brief runtime may limit depth
Watch it if you enjoy sci‑fi mysteries that pair alien culture with police drama.
Contains action and thriller elements suitable for mature teens and adults.
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When was Alien Nation released?
It was released in the United States on October 7, 1988.
What genre does the film belong to?
It combines science‑fiction, crime, thriller and action.
What is the basic premise of the movie?
Earth makes first contact with alien Newcomers who are gradually integrated into society after quarantine.
Is there a TV series based on the film?
Yes, a TV series adapted from the 1988 film aired from 1989 to 1990, starring Gary Graham as Detective Matthew Sikes and Eric Pierpoint as Newcomer Sam "George" Francisco.
How long is the movie?
The runtime is about 1 hour and 31 minutes.
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