AceShowbiz - Sci-fi fans rejoice: FX has officially confirmed the renewal of Alien: Earth for a second season. Following its September 23 season one finale, the series earned immense praise, including a 94% "Certified Fresh" critical score on Rotten Tomatoes and an 85 Metacritic "Must-Watch" rating. Alien: Earth was lauded for its cinematic quality and original storytelling, marking a successful debut for the iconic franchise's first television venture.

Production for Alien: Earth's second installment is slated to commence in London in 2026. The series will be available in the U.S. via FX and Hulu, with international viewers streaming on Disney+. This renewal also coincides with a new overall deal signed by creator Noah Hawley with Disney Entertainment Television, signaling a deepened partnership.

John Landgraf, Chairman of FX, expressed enthusiasm: "It has been our great privilege to work with Noah for more than a decade on some of FX’s best and biggest shows, and we are thrilled to extend our partnership well into the future. Noah never stops surprising us with truly original stories— and his unique ability to bring them to vibrant life as a director and producer as well as writer makes him extraordinary. We can’t wait to get to work on the next season of Alien: Earth, as well as some equally exciting future projects in advanced development."

Eric Schrier, President of Disney Television Studios & Global Original Television Strategy, added: "I learned first-hand that Noah was a unique talent while we worked on Fargo at FX. He has gone on to make many of the best shows in television, and I couldn’t be more excited that Noah will continue his FX partnership and broaden it across Disney Entertainment Television."

Hawley shared his excitement: "I'm thrilled that this expanded deal opens the door to new opportunities across all of Disney Entertainment Television. FX has always supported bold, character-driven storytelling. From the very beginning with Fargo, they've encouraged me to take creative risks and follow the story wherever it leads. I'm grateful to continue exploring the world of Alien: Earth alongside our partners, cast, and crew as we begin the next chapter."

Season two of Alien: Earth promises to delve deeper into narrative threads from season one. Viewers can anticipate exploration of the aftermath of Wendy's takeover. Furthermore, the prequel series is expected to draw closer to the timeline of the original 1979 film, Alien, and the iconic events surrounding Ellen Ripley, bridging the show’s unique vision with established lore.