The Alien franchise is officially back — and more terrifying than ever. Alien: Earth, the first-ever TV series in the iconic sci-fi horror universe, has kicked off with a bang. After two intense, critically praised episodes, fans are now eagerly awaiting what comes next.
When Does Episode 3 Come Out?
Episode 3 of Alien: Earth will be released on August 19 in the US and August 20 in the UK, exclusively on Disney+.
Episode 3 Title and Plot Details
The next episode is titled “Metamorphosis”, and if the name is any hint, things are about to get darker — and weirder.
Official synopsis:
“The team returns home with unexpected cargo. An unsettling experiment occurs, and a new talent is discovered.”
Expect suspense, sci-fi horror, and possibly new revelations about the hybrid children and the evolving alien threat.
Who’s Behind the Episode?
“Metamorphosis” is directed by Dana Gonzales and co-written by Noah Hawley (series creator and showrunner) and Bob DeLaurentis. The duo has already proven they know how to blend atmospheric tension with emotional character development, so this episode should raise the stakes even higher.
Recap: What’s Happened So Far?
In the first two episodes, viewers were introduced to six hybrid children — terminally ill humans whose consciousness has been uploaded into synthetic adult bodies. The show centers on Wendy (Sydney Chandler), the first and oldest hybrid, trained by her stoic mentor Kirsh (Timothy Olyphant).
Hermit (played by Alex Lawther), a mysterious soldier and medic with a personal link to Wendy, adds layers of intrigue to the story. The hybrid team faces deadly alien threats, but the worst is clearly still to come.
What to Expect in Episode 3
- The “unexpected cargo” could hint at either a captured alien lifeform or a major character twist.
- “Unsettling experiment” suggests science-gone-wrong vibes — a hallmark of the franchise.
- The discovery of “a new talent” could point to a hybrid child revealing unexpected powers or abilities, likely adding tension within the team.
With Alien: Earth already earning praise for its bold storytelling and departure from Prometheus canon, fans can look forward to an episode full of shocking developments, eerie atmosphere, and emotional stakes.
Get ready — Alien: Earth episode 3 drops very soon, and it’s set to keep the franchise’s legacy of fear alive.