Resident Alien (1991): cast, story & where to watch
1991 · Film · ★ 7
Released in 1991, Resident Alien is a comedy, science fiction and romance film directed by John Gaspard, running about 85 minutes.
What it’s about. A down-on-his-luck astrophysics grad student and his struggling tenant witness a crashing UFO, setting off a whirlwind of chaos with mysterious strangers and a cunning sheriff.
Who’s in it. Resident Alien stars Amelia Barnes as Tish, Eve Black as Naom, Patrick Coyle as Calvin and Nesba Crenshaw as Leslie, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Resident Alien has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Resident Alien page.
If you liked it. Fans of Resident Alien tend to enjoy Forrest Gump, Parasite, Life Is Beautiful and Fight Club.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Resident Alien (1991)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Resident Alien change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Resident Alien worth watching?
- Resident Alien holds an audience score of 7.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy, science fiction and romance. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in Resident Alien?
- Resident Alien stars Amelia Barnes, Eve Black, Patrick Coyle, Nesba Crenshaw and Richard Gibbons.
- When was Resident Alien released?
- Resident Alien was released in 1991, with a runtime of about 85 minutes.