New "Alien" Film Confirmed

Courtesy Neill Blomkamp's Instagram

After months of speculation and teasing, it was just confirmed that there will indeed be a new Alien film. The sci-fi project is being developed by 20th Century Fox and they have closed a deal with director Neill Blomkamp, according to Variety.

The film is also not associated with Fox and Ridley Scott's Prometheus sequel. Blomkamp just posted his confirmation on Instagram proclaiming, "Um... So I think it's officially my next film. #alien"

We'll keep you posted on any new details but would love to hear what you think. I know I'm bursting at the chest with excitement!

-Larissa Mrykalo