April 26 marks a day of excitement for fans of the sci-fi horror genre, known as Alien Day. In a fitting tribute to this iconic franchise, FX has unveiled a pair of new teaser videos for its upcoming series, Alien: Earth. The anticipation is palpable, but as the teasers suggest, the content may not bode well for the characters involvedafter all, when is anything ever good in the Alien universe?

Unlike previous promotional materials that were somewhat cryptic, these recent teasers dive deeper into the unsettling premise of the show. While they do not feature actual footage from the series, they instead evoke the signature eerie atmosphere synonymous with the Alien franchise. Those familiar with the series can expect a healthy dose of creepiness and the kind of mad science that would earn the approval of the franchises original architect, Ridley Scott.

The first teaser, aptly titled Gestation, presents a chilling visual of a mysterious creature writhing inside a crate. A lab terminal on the ship ominously identifies this entity as a new species, with its genetic material originating from an unknown and potentially dangerous source. The intrigue escalates with the second teaser, named Crate, which includes a haunting narration. This voiceover reveals that the infamous Weyland-Yutani Corporation dispatched a ship to gather five different life forms from the darkest corners of the universe, each representing a uniquely deadly species. This aligns with series creator Noah Hawleys previous comments about introducing new variants of the Xenomorph, offering viewers tantalizing glimpses at the sinister origins of these forthcoming creations.

Alien: Earth is set in the year 2120, which is two years prior to the events of the original Alien film. The storyline unfolds after a Weyland-Yutani vessel crashes on Earth, humanitys home planet. A group of soldiers is sent to investigate the wreckage, only to stumble upon dark and dangerous secrets that threaten their very existence. With the stakes higher than ever, they must navigate not only the lethal life forms they encounter but also the devious schemes of the corporation itself.

The cast of Alien: Earth is an impressive lineup, featuring talents such as Sydney Chandler, Timothy Olyphant, Babou Ceesay, and Alex Lawther. Their performances are eagerly awaited as they embody characters who will confront both extraterrestrial horrors and corporate treachery.

Mark your calendars, as Alien: Earth is set to premiere this summer on FX and will also be available for streaming on FX on Hulu. Fans of the franchise should prepare themselves for a thrilling ride filled with suspense and terror.