Aliens
Runtime
137 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
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Aliens (1986)

American Movie1986Rating 8.0
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Ripley's return to the stars becomes a descent into hell when the Colonial Marines discover that the Aliens have turned LV-426 into a breeding ground for nightmares. What begins as a rescue mission transforms into a fight for survival against an unstoppable force that views humanity as mere vessels for its spawn. In this visceral battle between marine firepower and extraterrestrial terror, Ripley must become the warrior she never wanted to be to protect the one innocent life that still matters.

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Runtime
137 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
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⭐ 85.4/100📊 4 sources🕒 2026-05-17
IMDb8.4/10839.3K votes84
Rotten Tomatoes93%93
Metacritic84/10084
TMDB8/1010.8K votes79.6
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DirectorJames Cameron
WritingJames CameronDavid GilerWalter Hill
CastSigourney WeaverCarrie HennMichael BiehnPaul ReiserLance Henriksen
ProductionGale Anne HurdGordon CarrollDavid GilerWalter Hill
MusicMichael CliffordJames HornerDon Sharpe
CinematographyAdrian BiddleBob PennShaun O'Dell

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🔥Huge commercial success9.91x
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🔥 Huge commercial success

Revenue reached a very high multiple of the production cost

The release achieved a very large return multiple, clearly beyond a normal strong success.
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The release delivered $183.3M against a reported budget of $18.5M to finish with a positive commercial result based on its return multiple.
💹 Return multiple: 9.91x📈 ROI: +891%🧾 Huge commercial success
💰Budget
$18.5M18.5 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$183.3M183.3 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
🔥Commercial gap
+$164.8M+164.8 million USD
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🔥Return multiple
9.91x9.91x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
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Budget
$18.5M
Revenue
$183.3M
Commercial gap
+$164.8M
Budget: $18.5M • Revenue: $183.3M • Commercial gap: +$164.8M ROI +891%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Return multiple is very high.
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Director: James Cameron

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1Where can I watch Aliens movie?
The film is available on multiple streaming platforms including Prime Video, Disney+, Max, Apple TV, and Hulu. You can choose the platform available in your region or subscribe to watch the film in high quality.
2Is Aliens movie suitable for children and families?
The film is an intense action and sci-fi movie containing strong violence and suspenseful scenes, making it suitable for teenagers and adults rather than young children. It's recommended for viewers 13 years and above.
3What is the duration of Aliens movie?
The film has a runtime of 137 minutes, approximately 2 hours and 17 minutes, making it a lengthy film that's worth your time for its thrilling plot.
4Who is the director of Aliens and does he have other famous films?
The film is directed by James Cameron, a renowned and award-winning director. Cameron is famous for creating great action films like Terminator, Titanic, and Avatar.
5What is the story of Aliens in brief?
The film follows Ripley's story after waking from a 50-year sleep to find herself in an unfamiliar world. Although her experience with alien creatures left deep scars, the company doesn't believe her account of these terrifying beings, forcing her to face them again.
6Who stars in the Aliens movie?
The film is led by actress Sigourney Weaver in the role of Ripley, alongside Carrie Henn, Michael Biehn, Paul Reiser, and Lance Henriksen in important roles that enrich the film's plot.

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