Ridley Scott has officially stated that a new installment in the Alien prequel saga is underway. Set to follow the narrative of android David post-Alien: Covenant, the film promises to chart David's ambition in creating a new world.

Ridley Scott confirms the long-delayed Alien: Covenant sequel remains in development, with Michael Fassbender’s David at the center of the story.

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