FX's 'Alien: Earth' Sets Spring Production Start for Season 2 at Pinewood Studios

Star Sydney Chandler says the Noah Hawley-created series will begin filming in May in London.

Published on Mar. 5, 2026

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Alien: Earth star Sydney Chandler revealed that the FX series created by Noah Hawley will begin production on Season 2 in May at Pinewood Studios in London, the iconic home of the Alien film franchise. Chandler, who is being honored at the Texas Film Awards, said she hasn't seen any scripts yet for the new season, but production is ramping up after an Instagram post by executive producer and directing producer Dana Gonzales hinted at the upcoming shoot.

Why it matters

The move of Alien: Earth's production from Thailand to London's Pinewood Studios, where several Alien films have been shot, signals the series' continued commitment to expanding the iconic sci-fi franchise's cinematic universe on television. The upcoming second season will further develop the story of Wendy, the first hybrid human-xenomorph character played by Chandler, and her "Lost Boys" group.

The details

Alien: Earth star Sydney Chandler revealed that Season 2 of the FX series will begin production in May at Pinewood Studios in London, the legendary studio that has housed several Alien films over the years, including the original 1979 movie, Alien³, and the prequel Prometheus. Chandler, who is being honored at the Texas Film Awards, said she hasn't seen any scripts yet for the new season, but production is ramping up after an Instagram post by executive producer and directing producer Dana Gonzales hinted at the upcoming shoot.

  • Alien: Earth Season 2 is set to begin production in May 2026.
  • The Texas Film Awards, where Chandler is being honored, is taking place on March 5, 2026.

The players

Sydney Chandler

The star of FX's Alien: Earth series, who plays the role of Wendy, the first hybrid human-xenomorph character and leader of the "Lost Boys" group.

Noah Hawley

The creator of the FX series Alien: Earth, which is set in the Alien cinematic universe.

Dana Gonzales

The executive producer and directing producer of Alien: Earth, who hinted at the upcoming Season 2 production via an Instagram post.

Pinewood Studios

The iconic London-based film studio that has housed the production of several Alien franchise movies, including the original 1979 film, Alien³, and Prometheus.

FX

The television network that airs the Alien: Earth series.

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What they’re saying

“Super excited to start the journey of @alienearthfx season 2. World building in the Alien universe birthplace.”

— Dana Gonzales, Executive Producer and Directing Producer, Alien: Earth (Instagram)

“I haven't seen any scripts yet for season 2.”

— Sydney Chandler, Actress, Alien: Earth (Deadline)

What’s next

Fans can expect more details about the plot and characters of Alien: Earth Season 2 as the production ramps up at Pinewood Studios in the coming months.

The takeaway

The move of Alien: Earth's production to the iconic Pinewood Studios, the birthplace of the Alien franchise, underscores the series' ambition to expand the cinematic universe of the beloved sci-fi horror saga on television under the guidance of creator Noah Hawley.