Movies And Aliens
Life In The Universe By Tom Danheiser
May 2025
As I was thinking about my next article and what I wanted to write about this month, I started remembering all the really cool movies that are out there that deal with Aliens, ETs, and Space. Some I have seen; some I haven't.
So, I thought it would be fun to go through some of the available cinematic choices that try to shape our thoughts when it comes to Extraterrestrial Life.
Of course, it would be an injustice if I didn't start with the classic 1979 Sigourney Weaver film Alien. I mean come on, an Alien bursting from someone's chest? How great is the movie magic there?
As I started putting this article together, I realized there are many great movies out there I have forgotten about.
Here are 5 that in my opinion are must see movies. Please note that I'm not saying these are the 5 best ever movies about Aliens, rather I'm saying that in my opinion these are movies you really should see if you haven't.
Signs (2002)
District 9 (2009)
Contact (1997)
Life (2017)
Independence Day (1996)
Over the years, Hollywood has provided us with a Smorgasbord of really great movies about Extraterrestrial Life.
My suggestion would be to grab a friend or loved one, stock up on the hot dogs, popcorn, and any other comfort foods of your choice, and spend a weekend bingeing on the really great movies that have come out throughout the years.
And then, while you’re at it, try to tackle the question, “So, do you think we really ARE alone?”
Tom Danheiser is the Senior Producer of the Coast to
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