It’s now possible that Alien: Covenant could introduce Ripley as a child, or at least Ripley’s mother into the equation, providing a direct lineage to the original Alien.
Now in his 70s, Scott has decided to bring the franchise full circle with Alien: Covenant and its sequels (prequels to the original series).
That little film launched the Alien franchise, a science fiction staple which now comprises live action films, comic books, video games, and toys.
However, most assumed the legendary director would create a slow burn of a buildup from Covenant through its two potential sequels.