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Alien Resurrection (1997)

“It's already too late.”

6.2/10 · 5,753 votes 1h 49m r ActionHorrorScience-fiction

#81 of 113 films from 1997 #1476 of 2168 in action

Directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet · Written by Joss Whedon

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Overview

Two hundred years after Lt. Ripley died, a group of scientists clone her, hoping to breed the ultimate weapon. But the new Ripley is full of surprises … as are the new aliens. Ripley must team with a band of smugglers to keep the creatures from reaching Earth.

Cast

Sigourney Weaveras Ripley
Winona Ryderas Call
Dominique Pinonas Vriess
Ron Perlmanas Johner
Gary Dourdanas Christie
Michael Wincottas Elgyn
Kim Flowersas Hillard
Dan Hedayaas General Perez
J.E. Freemanas Dr. Wren
Brad Dourifas Gediman
Raymond Cruzas Distephano
Leland Orseras Purvis
Carolyn Campbellas Anesthesiologist
Marlene Bushas Scientist

Facts

Release dateNovember 12, 1997
Runtime109 min (1h 49m) — about the same as the 1997 average of 109 min
GenresAction, Horror, Science-fiction
LanguageEN
Budget$70,000,000
Box office$162,000,000 (2.3× budget)
IMDbtt0118583

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Questions

How long is Alien Resurrection?
Alien Resurrection runs 109 minutes (1h 49m).
Is Alien Resurrection worth watching?
TMDB users give it 6.2/10 across 5,753 votes, which places it #81 of 113 films released in 1997 in this index (top 29%) and #1476 among 2168 action titles.
Who directed Alien Resurrection?
Alien Resurrection was directed by Jean-Pierre Jeunet. Other well-rated titles by the same director: Amélie (2001), A Very Long Engagement (2004), Delicatessen (1991).
Who stars in Alien Resurrection?
Sigourney Weaver as Ripley; Winona Ryder as Call; Dominique Pinon as Vriess; Ron Perlman as Johner; Gary Dourdan as Christie; Michael Wincott as Elgyn.
What is Alien Resurrection rated?
It carries a r certification in its home market. Ratings differ by country.
Where can I watch the trailer for Alien Resurrection?
Open the title in the MTDb app for trailers, images and streaming links: https://mv.peoplentools.com/titles/1237.

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