Fans of Alien: Earth won’t want to miss Episode 3, titled “Metamorphosis.” Here’s everything you need to know about the release date, streaming availability, and how this episode continues the chilling descent of this thrilling sci-fi horror series.
Alien: Earth Episode 3 Release Details
Alien: Earth Episode 3 is officially set to premiere on Tuesday, August 19, 2025, at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET in the U.S. The episode will be available to stream on FX and FX on Hulu, while international audiences can catch it on Disney+ under the Star banner. In the U.K., new episodes arrive early the following day at 1 a.m. BST (Wednesday, August 20).
What to Expect from “Metamorphosis”
The episode, appropriately titled “Metamorphosis,” sees the team returning home with unexpected cargo, facing perilous experiments, and encountering a surprising new asset. Expect twists that deepen the mystery and ramp up the tension.
Release Schedule Snapshot
- Premiere (Episodes 1 & 2): August 12 (Tues) – streaming on FX/Hulu and Disney+ internationally
- Episode 3 (“Metamorphosis”): August 19 (U.S.) / August 20 (U.K.)
- Weekly Releases: Every Tuesday, concluding with Episode 8 on September 23
This rollout ensures viewers stay engaged with weekly chills and reveals.
Series Recap & Context
Created by Noah Hawley (Fargo) and executive produced by Ridley Scott, Alien: Earth is a bold prequel to the original Alien franchise. Set in 2120, it follows Wendy, a synthetic hybrid, and her team as they confront the terror unleashed when the USCSS Maginot crash-lands on Earth. The first two episodes—”Neverland” and “Mr. October”—dropped August 12, setting the tone for a season that blends philosophical Sci-Fi with monster horror.
Where to Watch Alien: Earth Episode 3
In the U.S., catch Alien: Earth Episode 3 on FX or stream it via FX on Hulu. International viewers can stream the episode on Disney+ (under Star). FX broadcasts it weekly, making it accessible to a broad audience.
Will you be tuning in for Metamorphosis? What mystery are you most excited to see unravel—Wendy’s origin, the hybrids, or the threat? Let us know your predictions below!
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