Wikimedia Commons/Alien Earth TV show TV Noah Hawley's acclaimed Alien series returns. The cast expands with Peter Dinklage joining the horror. Season 2 promises more dark, complex sci-fi. April 13, 2026 AceShowbiz - Last year, acclaimed writer Noah Hawley expanded the extensive lore of the Alien franchise with the release of Alien: Earth, a sci-fi horror series that quickly garnered critical acclaim. Despite some mixed reactions from longtime fans, the show's unique take on the franchise's universe has secured its place among contemporary sci-fi offerings.