The movie that comes right after Prometheus in the same storyline is Alien: Covenant.

Quick Scoop: What movie is after Prometheus?

If you’ve just finished Prometheus and are wondering what to watch next in that universe, the direct follow‑up is Alien: Covenant.

  • Title: Alien: Covenant
  • Release year: 2017
  • Director: Ridley Scott (same director as Prometheus)
  • Relationship to Prometheus: It is the direct sequel , continuing key plot threads involving the android David and the aftermath of the Prometheus mission.

In fan discussions, the standard advice is: watch Prometheus → then Alien: Covenant → then the original Alien (1979) if you want to follow the broader timeline.

Tiny Viewing Guide

If you’re following the Prometheus storyline in a simple order:

  1. Prometheus (2012) – starts the prequel story.
  1. Alien: Covenant (2017) – continues and pays off parts of Prometheus.

After that, many viewers jump into:

  • Alien (1979) – the original classic that the prequels are leading toward.

Why Alien: Covenant is “next”

  • It directly follows events and characters introduced in Prometheus (especially David).
  • It further explores the origins of the xenomorphs and the consequences of the Prometheus expedition, which is exactly what many people expect from a “Prometheus 2.”

A lot of fans note that Covenant feels more like a traditional Alien horror film, while Prometheus is more mysterious and philosophical, so you’ll probably notice that tonal shift when you watch.

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