Alien 3

Alien 3

Year: 1992

Runtime: 114 min

Language: English

Director: David Fincher

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In a desolate wasteland, Ripley (Sigourney Weaver) finds herself alone and adrift after her ship crash-lands on Fiorina 161, a lawless planet home to hardened convicts. As the Alien's deadly presence is revealed through gruesome slaughter, Ripley must rally the inmates in a desperate bid for survival against the monster that threatens to consume them all.

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Timeline – Alien 3 (1992)
Trace every key event in Alien 3 (1992) with our detailed, chronological timeline. Perfect for unpacking nonlinear stories, spotting hidden connections, and understanding how each scene builds toward the film’s climax. Whether you're revisiting or decoding for the first time, this timeline gives you the full picture.
1

Escape Pod Launch

A fire breaks out aboard the Colonial Marine spaceship Sulaco, forcing the launch of an escape pod. Onboard are Ellen Ripley, a young girl named Newt, Corporal Hicks, and the damaged android Bishop.

Sulaco
2

Cryonic Stasis

The four passengers are placed in Cryonic stasis after the launch of the escape pod. However, scans of the pod reveal that a terrifying Alien face-hugger has attached itself to one of them, marking the beginning of a significant threat.

3

Crash Landing

The escape pod crash-lands on Fiorina 'Fury' 161, a hazardous foundry and penal colony. There, male inmates, some with violent pasts, recover the pod and its occupants, unaware of the dangers that are now present.

Fiorina 'Fury' 161
4

Ripley's Awakening

Ripley awakens to find herself being cared for by Clemens, who informs her that she is the sole survivor of the crash. Meanwhile, the colony is controlled by ex-inmates, led by Dillon, who hold strong religious beliefs.

Fiorina 'Fury' 161
5

Request for Autopsy

Fearing that Newt is harboring an Alien embryo, Ripley urges Clemens to perform an autopsy, despite objections from Warden Andrews. The procedure thankfully reveals there is no embryo, easing some of Ripley's concerns.

Infirmary, Fiorina 'Fury' 161
6

Funeral for Newt and Hicks

Ripley holds a solemn funeral for Newt and Hicks after their cremation. This event further deepens the tension as Ripley is haunted by the losses and what may still be lurking in the shadows.

Fiorina 'Fury' 161
7

Emergence of the Alien

An unusually large Alien emerges from a prison dog, leading to chaos in the colony. The creature begins slaughtering inmates, causing panic and plunging a troubled prisoner named Golic into madness.

Fiorina 'Fury' 161
8

Bishop Reactivated

In a desperate bid for information, Ripley reactivates Bishop, who confirms the presence of an Alien. Ripley's warning about the creature goes largely ignored by Warden Andrews, who remains skeptical of her claims.

Fiorina 'Fury' 161
9

Clemens' Death

A fatal encounter in the infirmary results in Clemens' gruesome death. This marks a turning point for Ripley, who realizes the Alien has recognized her and intends to spare her life due to the embryo she carries.

Infirmary, Fiorina 'Fury' 161
10

Ripley's Desperate Plan

Determined to eradicate the Alien, Ripley devises a risky plan involving the prison's toxic waste. However, the operation goes awry when an explosion leads to additional casualties among the inmates.

Fiorina 'Fury' 161
11

Discovery of the Alien Queen

Using medical equipment from the escape pod, Ripley horrifically discovers that she is gestating an Alien Queen embryo. This revelation unveils Weyland-Yutani's sinister intent to weaponize the Aliens.

Medical Bay, Fiorina 'Fury' 161
12

Seeking Help for Sacrifice

Ripley pleads with Dillon for help in ending her life to prevent the Alien embryo from hatching. Though reluctant, Dillon agrees on the condition that Ripley assists in eliminating the Alien threat first.

Fiorina 'Fury' 161
13

Trapping the Alien

The group devises a dangerous plan to trap the Alien in the foundry's molding area, intending to eliminate it with molten lead. Tragically, this leads to the deaths of nearly all the inmates except for Morse and Dillon.

Foundry, Fiorina 'Fury' 161
14

Final Confrontation

In a tragic act of sacrifice, Dillon draws the Alien's attention to allow Morse to execute their plan. Despite the best efforts, the Alien manages to escape from being encased in molten metal.

Foundry, Fiorina 'Fury' 161
15

Ripley's Ultimate Sacrifice

In a final struggle for survival, Ripley decides to sacrifice herself to ensure the Alien threat is terminated. She throws herself into the furnace while the commando team attempts to capture the Alien.

Fiorina 'Fury' 161

Last Updated: November 02, 2024 at 13:43

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