Alien: Earth has already captivated viewers with its gripping mix of sci-fi tension, corporate rivalry, and alien intrigue. After a double-episode premiere on FX and Hulu, fans are eager to know when Alien: Earth Episode 3 will arrive and what it might reveal about the mysterious “unexpected cargo” teased in the synopsis.
Here’s your complete guide to the Alien: Earth Episode 3 release date, schedule, where to watch, and plot details.
When Does Alien: Earth Episode 3 Come Out?
Release Date: Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Release Time: 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET
Episode 3 will stream on Hulu and air on FX at the same time. Unlike the premiere, which gave fans two episodes, this week’s drop will include only one episode.
Alien: Earth Season 1 Release Schedule
Following its debut, the show will stick to a weekly Tuesday release, wrapping up with Episode 8 on September 23, 2025.
- Episode 1: August 12, 2025
- Episode 2: August 12, 2025
- Episode 3: August 19, 2025
- Episode 4: August 26, 2025
- Episode 5: September 2, 2025
- Episode 6: September 9, 2025
- Episode 7: September 16, 2025
- Episode 8: September 23, 2025
How to Watch Alien: Earth Episode 3
You can watch Alien: Earth on FX or stream it via Hulu with a subscription.
Hulu Subscription Options:
- Hulu (With Ads): $9.99/month
- Hulu as part of the Disney Bundle (includes Disney+ and ESPN+ or Max) starting at $16.99/month
Global Release Times for Alien: Earth Episode 3
Due to the late PT release, the episode will become available at different times worldwide:
- BRT: Aug 19, 9:00 a.m.
- BST: Aug 20, 1:00 a.m.
- CEST: Aug 20, 2:00 a.m.
- IST: Aug 20, 5:30 a.m.
- JST: Aug 20, 9:00 a.m.
- AET: Aug 20, 10:00 a.m.
- NZST: Aug 20, 12:00 p.m.
What Will Happen in Alien: Earth Episode 3?
Episode 3 is titled “Metamorphosis” and its official synopsis reads:
The team returns home with unexpected cargo. An unsettling experiment occurs, and a new talent is discovered.
Based on the events of Episodes 1 and 2, tensions between rival corporations are at an all-time high, and the mysterious alien presence is becoming harder to contain. The “unexpected cargo” could change the stakes entirely, possibly tying into the hinted “new talent” that could be a game-changer for humanity — or a threat to it.
Episode Titles and Synopses So Far
- Episode 1: A spaceship crash-lands on Earth, sparking a sister’s search for her brother amid an alien threat.
- Episode 2: Corporate tensions rise, a reunion occurs, and a secret is revealed.
- Episode 3: The team brings home dangerous cargo, triggering an unsettling experiment and the discovery of new abilities.
- Episode 4: An unexpected connection forms as a covert plot puts everyone in danger.
- Episode 5: An outer-space vessel in peril leads to a dangerous reckoning.
Will There Be Alien: Earth Season 2?
FX and Hulu have not yet confirmed a second season. Given the early buzz and the strong reception to the premiere, there’s a good chance the series could continue if viewership remains high.
Final Thoughts
Alien: Earth Episode 3 promises to push the story deeper into suspense, with shifting alliances, dangerous experiments, and new mysteries on the horizon. Sci-fi fans won’t want to miss what happens next.
Mark your calendars – Episode 3 drops August 19, 2025 at 5 p.m. PT / 8 p.m. ET on FX and Hulu.
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