Veteran director Ridley Scott has confirmed that he is developing a third Alien prequel project. Scott is also directing an upcoming feature project titled The Dog Stars. Actors Josh Brolin, Margaret Qualley, and Guy Pearce have joined The Dog Stars.
Scott noted an emotional connection between the end-of-world narrative of the project and his late brother, Tony Scott. Recent media coverage of the new release includes discussions of its story elements. The new project explores notes of poetry, danger, and dark humor.