The Alien franchise is in crisis. The sequel, Alien: Romulus, lost its director just a month before filming. The film’s director, Fede Alvarez, announced his departure from the project. Last year’s box office success, Alien: Romulus, revitalized the franchise. Shortly after Romulus, the sequel was officially announced, with Fede Alvarez returning to the director’s chair.

Shocking development for Alien: Romulus

Alvarez previously stated that filming would begin in October. However, this is now unlikely. Speaking on the matter, Alvarez revealed that the script for the new film is complete, but he will not direct, remaining only as a producer.

It is unknown why Fede Alvarez left the project. However, it is rumored that the director may have had a disagreement with Ridley Scott, who has control over the Alien franchise, or with the studio.

The departure of Alvarez, considered the architect of this new era of the franchise, has left the film’s future uncertain. The studio may shelve the project and focus on a different Alien project. It’s also being rumored that a film reuniting Alien and Predator, which has been in the works for a long time, could be in the works. Regardless of the studio’s decision, it now appears highly unlikely that filming will begin in October.

Alvarez’s sudden departure from the project has completely disrupted the film’s filming schedule. The studio will need to quickly find a new director to ensure filming begins on schedule. However, finding someone to carry on Alvarez’s vision in such short notice will be challenging. This could lead to the film’s release date being postponed. This uncertainty has fans worried about the future of the franchise.