The Alien Legacy (1999): cast, story & where to watch
1999 · Film · ★ 6.7
Released in 1999, The Alien Legacy is a documentary film directed by Michael Matessino, running about 68 minutes. “A behind the scenes look at the making of 'Alien'” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. A behind the scenes look at the making of 'Alien'
Who’s in it. The Alien Legacy stars Sigourney Weaver as Herself, Ridley Scott as Self, H. R. Giger as Self and Ron Cobb as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, The Alien Legacy has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Alien Legacy page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Alien Legacy tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Alien Legacy (1999)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Alien Legacy change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Alien Legacy worth watching?
- The Alien Legacy holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in The Alien Legacy?
- The Alien Legacy stars Sigourney Weaver, Ridley Scott, H. R. Giger, Ron Cobb and Dan O'Bannon.
- When was The Alien Legacy released?
- The Alien Legacy was released in 1999, with a runtime of about 68 minutes.