Alien: Earth is an upcoming sci-fi horror series set in the massive Alien universe. The series will feature a new set of characters and a new storyline. The official trailer of the series has already garnered the attention of millions of Alien fans, and hardcore fans of the franchise may want to know more about the cast and characters of Alien: Earth. So, here’s something to help you out.
1. Sydney Chandler as Wendy
Wendy is the main protagonist of the television series. She is a hybrid who has the consciousness of a kid inside her synthetic body. She is the one to lead the group of soldiers after discovering that an alien vessel has crash-landed on Earth.
Sydney Chandler is the daughter of the acclaimed actor Kyle Chandler. She made her acting debut with Don’t Worry Darling, a psychological thriller, in 2022 in a supporting role. After that, she worked in a couple of television series, including Pistol and Sugar. However, her role in Alien: Earth could be the turning point for her career.
2. Timothy Olyphant as Kirsh
Kirsh is Wendy’s mentor, who never fails to be by her side, no matter how challenging the situation is. Timothy Olphant plays the character, and we are pretty sure he is going to make the role a success, as he is one of the most senior actors involved in the project. Olyphant started his acting career with off-Broadway theater in 1995. He has worked in several films and television shows, including Once Upon a Time in Hollywood, Havoc, The Mandalorian, Terminator Zero, and more.
3. Erana James as Curly
Curly is another hybrid who was a sick kid with a low life expectancy, so the Phoenix program gave her another chance to live and serve the planet. Erana James is a 26-year-old actress who debuted with an uncredited role in The Hobbit: Desolation of Smaug in 2013. Since then, she has garnered a decent fan base with her performance in The Wilds, Golden Boy, and more.
4. Alex Lawther as CJ “Hermit”
Hermit is the human soldier who was once Wendy’s brother when she was a little girl. However, after they were separated, the brother-sister duo walked down different paths; Hermit became a soldier, and Wendy became a hybrid.
Alex Lawther is an award-winning actor who made a name for himself after appearing in The Imitation Game. Later, he achieved even greater success when he was cast in Black Mirror’s “Shut Up and Dance” episode.
5. Essie Davis as Dame Silvia
Dame Silvia is a human in the upcoming Alien: Earth series, and she is a confident woman who really knows about genetics and psychology. As reported by Collider, Dame is working under the young CEO Boy Kavalier, who isn’t always respectful, but hey, he’s the one who saw the talent inside of Dame.
Essie Davis is an incredible Australian actress who, apart from appearing in the sixth season of Game of Thrones, made a name for herself with roles in Miss Fisher & the Crypt of Tears and The Babadook.
6. Adarsh Gourav as Slightly
Slightly is a synthetic in the upcoming Alien: Earth series. He is incredibly close to Wendy and sees her as a sister. Being a synthetic, Slightly is incredibly powerful, which comes in handy on this dangerous mission. However, he is also a jealous character who might call on his own downfall in the series.
Adarsh Gourav is an incredible Indian actor who has appeared in several Bollywood films, but the one that gave him global recognition was The White Tiger.
7. Kit Young as Tootless
Tootles is yet another part of the Lost Boys hybrids, who is as naive as his brothers and sisters. The character doesn’t know that he is going on a mission that possibly doesn’t have a return ticket. On this journey, however, Tootles will realize his true purpose and will try to pave a path of his own.
Kit Young is a talented British actor who hasn’t appeared in several projects. However, the actor is known for his incredible role in TV shows like Shadow and Bone and films like Out of Darkness.
8. David Rysdahl as Arthur
Arthur is one of the few humans in the Alien: Earth series, and he is the husband of Dame Silvia. While his wife sits in the top position in the company, Arthur is simply a technician who has a soft corner for science. Both Arthur and Dame share a good relationship, but it is put to the test when they go on this mission.
Arthur is portrayed by David Rysdahl, an American actor and writer who is known for his roles in projects like Fargo. Apart from that, David has also appeared in Oppenheimer, where he took on the role of Donald Frederick Hornig.
9. Babou Ceesay as Morrow
Morrow is a Cyborg in the Alien: Earth series, and while much hasn’t been revealed about this character yet, it seems he will act as a soldier or bodyguard for the company. In the official trailers, we can see Morrow flexing a robotic arm.
Babou Ceesay takes on the role of Morrow in the series. The British actor is known for his roles in projects like Severance, Guerrilla, and many more.
10. Erana James as Curly
Curly is yet another hybrid, or should we say Synthetic, in the upcoming Alien series. She is a strong character who doesn’t back away from taking risks. She can go to any lengths to protect her synthetic siblings, so she is sort of the wisest of all the hybrids.
Erana James, the young Kiwi actress, takes on the role of Curly in the upcoming series. Apart from Alien: Earth, Erana has appeared in other TV shows like Lucy Lewis Can’t Lose, Golden Boy, and The Wilds.
11. Jonathan Ajayi as Smee
Smee is a hybrid in the Alien series, who is as naive as most other hybrids in the series. However, out of all the other siblings, Smee is closest to Slightly. So, it would be fun to see how this brotherly bond is put to the test in the horror setting of Alien Earth.
Jonathan Ajayi, the English actor, will play Smee in the TV show. The young actor has only appeared in a few projects so far, including Wonder Woman 1984 and Vigil.
12. Lily Newmark as Nibs
Nibs is basically a child in an adult’s body, so yes, she is a hybrid who goes through a lot in this story. Apart from adjusting to this hostile environment, Nibs tries to find some sense and maturity in the story.
Lily Newmark, the talented English actor known for roles in projects like 3 Body Problem and Sex Education, takes on the mantle to play Nibs in Alien: Earth.
13. Adrian Edmondson as Atom Eins
Atom Eins, like his boss, Boy Kavalier, is an evil man who doesn’t respect the lives of Hybrids or the human soldiers and scientists. We will have to wait for the official release of the TV show to find out the true motivations of Atom Eins, though.
Adrian Edmondson, the English actor and Comedian, will take on the role of Atom in the series. Adrian has a great acting portfolio as he has appeared in numerous projects over the years, including The Young One, The Rizen, A Spy Among Friends, and many more.
Recurring Cast of Alien: Earth
Above, we have discussed the main cast of Alien: Earth; however, there are several other recurring characters that should be mentioned. So, here you go:
- Moe Bar-El as Rashid
- Sandra Yi Sencindiver as Yutani
- Diêm Camille as Siberian
- Richa Moorjani
- Karen Aldridge
- Enzo Cilenti
- Max Rinehart
- Amir Boutrous
