Weaver previously revealed that the film had been put on “temporary hold” to allow original Alien director Ridley Scott the opportunity to finish work on Prometheus sequel Alien: Covenant which will be released this May.
It seems like Neill Blomkamp’s Alien sequel may not be happening after all.
Fantastic Beasts actor Katharine Waterston heads up the cast of Alien: Covenant alongside original star Noomi Rapace, Demián Bichir, Danny McBride and Michael Fassbender (twice).
Despite several announcements, the release of concept art and positive chat from Ellen Ripley actor Sigourney Weaver, the director has cast fresh doubt over the status of the future project with one simple word.