when does alien romulus take place

 

*Alien: Romulus* is a prequel to the original *Alien* series, but the exact timeline within the universe has not been officially detailed yet. It's expected to be set before the events of the 1979 *Alien* film, likely focusing on the early history of the Xenomorphs and humanity's initial encounters with them. More specifics on the timeline may be revealed as the release date in 2024 approaches.