‘Alien Romulus’: Complete Cast & Characters Guide of the New Film in the Franchise

Alien: Romulus (2024), directed by Fede Álvarez, brings the franchise back to its terrifying roots with a fresh cast of up-and-coming actors. Set between the events of Alien (1979) and Aliens (1986), this film follows a group of young adults as they face a terrifying ordeal on an abandoned space station. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the key cast members and their characters.

‘Alien Romulus’: Complete Cast & Characters Guide:

1. Cailee Spaeny as Rain Carradine

Cailee Spaeny portrays Rain, the central protagonist of Alien: Romulus. She is a low-level miner orphaned on a desolate Weyland-Yutani-controlled planet. Desperate to escape to a better life, Rain dreams of leaving the harsh world behind with her android “brother,” Andy. Spaeny, known for her roles in Pacific Rim: Uprising, Bad Times at the El Royale, and her acclaimed portrayal of Priscilla Presley in Priscilla (2023), leads the cast in this sci-fi horror adventure.

2. David Jonsson as Andy

David Jonsson takes on the role of Andy, Rain’s synthetic “brother,” programmed by her deceased parents to protect her. Andy is a malfunctioning yet caring android whose personality shifts after absorbing new data from another synthetic onboard the derelict station. Jonsson has gained attention for his work in HBO’s Industry and films like Rye Lane. His portrayal of Andy blends the gentle nature of his original programming with a more ruthless, calculating side after being reprogrammed.

3. Archie Renaux as Tyler

Archie Renaux plays Tyler, the unofficial leader of the group and Kay’s older brother. Tyler’s calm, empathetic nature and romantic history with Rain add depth to his character. Renaux, who has appeared in projects such as Shadow and Bone and Morbius, brings a sense of loyalty and responsibility to the character, leading the group through the terrifying dangers of the space station.

4. Isabela Merced as Kay

Isabela Merced portrays Kay, the soft-spoken and kind-hearted sister of Tyler. As the group faces increasing danger, Kay’s bond with her brother becomes a central emotional focus. Merced, known for her role in Dora and the Lost City of Gold and upcoming projects like Superman: Legacy (2025), brings both vulnerability and resilience to the role.

 

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5. Spike Fearn as Bjorn

Spike Fearn plays Bjorn, the more aggressive and hostile cousin to Tyler and Kay. Bjorn’s disdain for Andy creates tension within the group, adding a layer of conflict. Fearn has previously appeared in The Batman (2022) and the series Tell Me Everything, and in Alien: Romulus, he adds physicality and impulsiveness to the group dynamic.

6. Aileen Wu as Navarro

Aileen Wu portrays Navarro, the skilled pilot of the spaceship that brings the group to the space station. Wu, a relative newcomer to the scene, has worked as both an actor and producer on independent projects like Little Manila and The Chinatown Diner. In Alien: Romulus, Navarro’s courage and dedication to the group are put to the test as she faces increasingly dangerous situations.

7. Trevor Newlin as The Xenomorph

Trevor Newlin plays the iconic role of the Xenomorph, the terrifying alien creature that haunts the crew. His portrayal adds a relentless and terrifying presence to the film, continuing the franchise’s legacy of the deadly extraterrestrial threat.

8. Robert Bobroczkyi as The Offspring

A new addition to the franchise’s roster of creatures, Bobroczkyi plays “The Offspring,” a hybrid lifeform that appears late in the film. This new creature adds an extra layer of horror, forcing the survivors to confront an unprecedented threat.