Get ready to have your mind blown, because the iconic Ellen Ripley might just be making a comeback in the 'Alien' universe! But here's where it gets controversial: Is bringing back a character who seemingly met her end decades ago a stroke of genius or a risky move? In a recent panel at New York Comic Con, the legendary Sigourney Weaver, 76, dropped a bombshell that has fans buzzing. Despite her earlier stance of letting Ripley 'rest and recover,' Weaver revealed she’s been in talks with Disney, the franchise’s current owner, about a potential return. And this is the part most people miss—she’s not just considering it; she’s genuinely excited about 50 new script pages from producer Walter Hill, which she described as 'quite extraordinary.'
Weaver, a three-time Academy Award nominee and a powerhouse in the industry with over 70 films to her name, first captivated audiences as Ripley in Ridley Scott’s groundbreaking 1979 sci-fi horror film Alien. She reprised the role in James Cameron’s Aliens (1986) and David Fincher’s Alien 3 (1992), earning a rare Best Actress Oscar nomination for Aliens—a testament to her ability to elevate genre roles. Her last appearance as Ripley (technically a clone) was in 1997’s Alien Resurrection, but this potential return feels different. What’s piqued her interest? Weaver hinted that Hill’s script delves into themes of societal injustice, exploring how a character who fought to save humanity could be marginalized. 'It seems so true to me,' she told the crowd, sparking curiosity about the narrative direction.
While Weaver cautiously admitted nothing is set in stone, her willingness to collaborate with Hill has fans dreaming of what’s next. But here’s the bold question: In an era of reboots and revivals, does Ripley’s story still have untapped potential, or is this a nostalgia-driven gamble? Let’s not forget, Ripley’s journey has always been about resilience and defiance—qualities Weaver embodies effortlessly. Could this return redefine her legacy, or is it a chapter better left unwritten? Sound off in the comments—we want to hear your take on this divisive possibility!
