Top products from r/LV426
We found 76 product mentions on r/LV426. We ranked the 115 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
1. Alien Anthology (Alien / Aliens / Alien 3 / Alien: Resurrection) [Blu-ray]
Sentiment score: 4
Number of reviews: 8
Condition: NewFormat: Blu-rayAC-3; Box set; Dolby; DTS Surround Sound; Dubbed; Subtitled; Widescreen
3. Alien 6-film Collection [bd + Dhd] [Blu-ray]
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 4
4. Alien: Covenant Origins - The Official Prequel to the Blockbuster Film
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 4
5. Aliens: The Original Comics Series-Nightmare Asylum and Earth War
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 3
DARK HORSE
6. Aliens: Colonial Marines Technical Manual
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 3
9. Alien: Quadrilogy [Blu-ray]
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 3
Alien Quadrilogy (Alien, Aliens, Alien 3, Alien Resurrection) - Blu-ray Brand New
10. Aliens 30th Anniversary: The Original Comics Series
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 3
Dark Horse Comics
11. The Complete Aliens Omnibus: Volume One (Earth Hive, Nightmare Asylum, The Female War)
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 3
13. Alien - A Perfect Organism - 2014 Hallmark Keepsake Ornament
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
14. Alien Quadrilogy (Alien / Aliens / Alien 3 / Alien Resurrection)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
DVDFull Screen, Box set, Closed-captionedEnglish (Subtitled), Spanish (Subtitled), English (Original Language)9145
15. Aliens: Stronghold
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 2
Used Book in Good Condition
17. Hunter's Planet (Aliens Vs. Predator, Book 2)
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 2
The biggest problem with reading the comics is that the original ones were changed after Alien3 came out. They continued the story of Hicks and Newt, then later Ripley. For me, the first 2 series were the best. Along with the first Aliens vs Predator series. Oh how I wish the AvP movie followed that story line. The newer stories are decent. Defiance is pretty good. The Fire and Stone and Life and Death story lines are good tie-ins with the original and current movies also.
If you want to read the stories from the beginning, the best way is to get the Omnibuses from Amazon, a local comic shop, or Comixology if you want them digitally.
Aliens 30th Anniversary: The Original Comics Series
Aliens: The Original Comics Series-Nightmare Asylum and Earth War
Omnibuses that collect the series all together. Volume 1 will have names changed in the series due to Alien3.
For good measure this one is good also
Be careful when searching for other collected versions of Aliens/Predator books. There are novelizations of these comics that have the same name and are called omnibuses also. If you want the comics, make sure that's what you have selected.
The cheapest and easiest way to get these books is through Comixology, which is also owned by Amazon. The links that I posted above also have a option to by them on Comixology.
I think they were comics at first but I only got in to them once they were adapted in to book form (not out of snobbery, that's just how I stumbled across them). They just recently re released the books and I've been enjoying them https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Aliens-Omnibus-Nightmare-Asylum/dp/1783299010/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1494355484&sr=8-5&keywords=alien+omnibus
I looked for a free pdf and couldn't find one, sorry. Also, fans who read the comic versions might say try those first but I haven't so can't say, all I know is I very much enjoyed the books. The red vs black element doesn't occur until later in the series but don't let that put you off, they're all great. One last thing, the plot of both the books and comics is the same and were written before Alien 3 so you should probably consider it a different universe altogether. Hope you enjoy!
They talk about that scene, and how apparently 1 of them had to get cuticle repair after their fingers were jabbed during a reshoot of the scene, and how Bishop's actor barely got through the English version of TSA with the knives in his suitcase, etc.
On top of that, this film looks quite good in Blu Ray. And it has the 1990 special edition, which is good, as I consider that version superior to the 1986 theatrical release (I like that the deleted scene makes the leading character in Alien: Isolation canon, for one thing). And a few versions of the soundtrack.
I specifically picked a Blu Ray set which didn't have Prometheus / Covenant as I have zero interest in those films. Plus the version I got is half the price and has more special content than the more expensive version.
The 4 film version has all the same special content as the 9 disk DVD version but in Blu Ray disks, so better resolution. The 6 disk version is twice the price of the normal 4 disk version which lacks some special features. At $15 vs $30, I think the $15 is worth it since I buy movies for special content anyway.
Version with prometheus / covenant:
https://www.amazon.com/Alien-6-film-Collection-Blu-ray-Crudup/dp/B073FT8X16/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1523655578&sr=8-1&keywords=alien+blu+ray+collection
Version with only the 4 original movies but tons of special content:
https://www.amazon.com/Alien-Anthology-Aliens-Resurrection-Blu-ray/dp/B001AQO3QA/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1523655578&sr=8-2&keywords=alien+blu+ray+collection
Most of them are pretty drab, but I read them anyway. Almost all of them feel like fan fiction for Aliens 1986.
I'm not a fan of the AVP movie franchise, but the very first AVP book (which was written long before the movies) was pretty excellent. It's called Aliens Vs Predator: Prey
If you like reading graphic novels, check out Aliens: Labyrinth. The novel adaptation wasn't as good.
Collection one is the earth hive trilogy (earth hive, nightmare asylum, & female war). I've got the first two omnibus collections off amazon (I think there are eight in total) and they are pretty nice quality. This is a pretty awesome value.
http://www.amazon.com/Aliens-Omnibus-Vol-Mark-Verheiden/dp/1593077270
Glad I was able to convince you! it really is worth it. i mean the results speak for themselves!
Just one thing though, make sure that this is the box set you get:
https://www.amazon.com/Alien-Anthology-Aliens-Resurrection-Blu-ray/dp/B001AQO3QA/ref=tmm_mfc_title_1?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1469153835&sr=8-1
And not this one:
https://www.amazon.com/Alien-Quadrilogy-Blu-ray-Tom-Skerritt/dp/B00MBNZ1Y4/ref=tmm_mfc_title_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1469153835&sr=8-1
The 2014 blu-ray quadrilogy set (not sure why they brought that name back) from what i understand, is just the 4 movies and does not include the two bonus feature disks. so unless you dont want the extras, make sure you get the 2010 antholgy set not the 2014 quadrilogy set. (the disks themselves are the same though, so there is no difference in quality between the movies themselves in these sets)
There's a childrens book called Jonesy 9 Lives on the Nostromo I've never had a chance to read it but the reviews all look good.
*Edit This picture from the book is super cute
Justwatch.com is a great website to see which movies are in which platforms.
Honestly though, just buy the movies you really wanna watch on BluRay.
https://www.amazon.com/Alien-Quadrilogy-Blu-ray-Tom-Skerritt/dp/B00MBNZ1Y4/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?keywords=alien+quadrilogy+blu+ray&qid=1565191631&s=gateway&sprefix=alien+qua&sr=8-1
I haven't read it yet but I've heard this is great if you want to get into the comics
It's the Revoltech (Sci-Fi Series #001) Alien figure. It's more like 6" tall and it fits almost perfectly in scale with 3.75" figures...
Here is info on the book. It's going to seemingly cover content that the movie would have, so it's likely they scrapped the idea for a prequel movie and are just releasing it as a novel so they can focus on a Covenant sequel.
Alien: Covenant 2 - The Official Prequel to the Blockbuster Film https://www.amazon.com/dp/1785654764/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_xGhmzbVNBK3YS
I'd try amazon or https://www.hpb.com. Just a warning that there are plenty of shit Alien comics out there too, so I'd suggest being picky. Aliens: Stronghold, and Aliens Genocide are also pretty great, though the ones to read are these.
Go with this order.
Apocalypse - https://www.amazon.com/Aliens-Apocalypse-Destroying-Mark-Schultz/dp/1569713995/ref=sr_1_7?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1510783511&sr=1-7&keywords=alien+apocalypse
Alien Omnibus 1 - https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Aliens-Omnibus-Nightmare-Asylum/dp/1783299010/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=0T04ZTJ91VPHR18RE7P7
Omnibus 2 (skip harvest) - https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Aliens-Omnibus-Genocide-Harvest/dp/1783299037/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=JRG2N9JZNA93ZGQX0BVM
Omnibus 3 - https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Aliens-Omnibus-Three-Labyrinth/dp/1783299053/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_3?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=FEZYJWJ1Z6ADFA1DZA1F
Aliens: Stronghold - https://www.amazon.com/Aliens-Stronghold-John-Arcudi/dp/1569711542
This trilogy is a great place to start. You won't be disappointed.
Alien: River of Pain ... http://smile.amazon.com/dp/1781162727
This book should be pretty entertaining ... a 352 page book about the outbreak at Hadley's Hope.
Get the super-fancy Blu-Ray, i'ts AMAZING.
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001AQO3QA/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00
Start with Omnibus Vol 1. It begins with Outbreak and Nightmare Asylum which are essential reading. The comics in the other volumes are of very mixed quality, from brilliant to utter shit.
I would also recommend reading the novelizations of the movies. I'm about to finish the first one and it was very well written.
To be honest i'm not really sure what to say or where to start. There are alot of great comics to draw inspiration from. The most important thing is that the right authors/directors are chosen. I have no clue why the hell Paul Anderson's bad script was chosen to write/direct AvP..
Just read this and you will know what i mean. In my mind these comics are as true to the ALIENS and Predator franchises as possible.
My wife bought me the Alien Next Door children's book, and I have a plush Chestburster. Not that weird but definitely more on the cute/silly side.
I won't spoil it for you but you should read the second AvP book Hunter's Planet. The first book Prey is very good and seems to have influenced the grand story arc (not the details) of the Prometheus move. When you get to book 2 shit gets real.
Do yourself a favor and buy the Aliens omnibus series it is what you are looking for!
Comics: Aliens Omnibus Volume 1
Books: Aliens: Earth Hive
The book is the 'same' story as the first part of the Omnibus. Start with whichever medium you prefer. Shop around for better prices. Both are also available as EBooks.
Yup, this is the definitive blu ray set. For dvd it would be the quadrilogy. If you want to include Prometheus and Covenent, looks like this would be the go-to: https://www.amazon.com/Alien-6-film-Collection-Blu-ray-Crudup/dp/B073FT8X16
Lol seems to easy
If you can, you should definitely check this out.[USCM technical Manual] (https://www.amazon.com/Aliens-Colonial-Marines-Technical-Manual/dp/1781161313)
Also the weyland-yatuni report & the ultimate guide to the classic films.
also - the blu-ray version says it comes with both versions as well:
Disc 2: ALIENS
1986 Theatrical Version
1991 Special Edition with James Cameron Introduction
Audio Commentary by Director James Cameron, Producer Gale Anne Hurd, Alien Effects Creator Stan Winston
Final Theatrical Isolated Score by James Horner
Composer’s Original Isolated Score by James Horner
Deleted and Extended Scenes
*MU-TH-UR Mode Interactive Experience with Weyland-Yutani Datastream
Yeah! I have it ordered there (if youre american just change the .ca to .com to order).
https://www.amazon.ca/Alien-Covenant-Official-Prequel-Blockbuster/dp/1785654764/
It's the same set as the Blu Ray, just on DVD (and I believe some bonus features they added to the Blu Ray). This was the first anthology set they released years ago. It has both cuts of all the movies on them.
EDIT: Wait, never mind. Just checked the link and that's not it. Here: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0000VCZK2/ref=tmm_dvd_title_0?ie=UTF8&sr=&qid=
Just a reminder that this book comes out today!
You can buy it from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Alien-Covenant-Drawings-Dane-Hallett/dp/1785659243
You can also follow the artists on social media!
Matt Hatton on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/matthatt0n/
Dane Hallett on Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/hallett.dane/
If you want something that focuses a bit less on Giger's Alien work and a bit more on the franchise itself - can I suggest the Colonial Marines Technical Manual ?
It pays heavy homage to the existing franchise as well as fleshing out information about the Marines, their weaponry and a lot of additional stories, reports, quotes, funny comments etc. regarding the weapons and kit found both in Aliens and in the 'universe' as a whole.
Alien Covenant:Origins. It doesn't have the title on amazon but here is the link
https://www.amazon.com/Alien-Covenant-Official-Prequel-Blockbuster/dp/1785654764/ref=sr_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1496248012&sr=8-9&keywords=alien+covenant
Alien Anthology (Alien / Aliens / Alien 3 / Alien: Resurrection) [Blu-ray] https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001AQO3QA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_sVoezbD2XA3Q6
I know the Alien Anthology has this going for it. I've got this box set in my collection.
https://www.amazon.com/Alien-Anthology-Aliens-Resurrection-Blu-ray/dp/B001AQO3QA
Ah , i see he too has read the Aliens Vs Predator Novels.
http://www.amazon.com/Hunters-Planet-Aliens-Predator-Book/dp/0553565567
I did OP's job for them:
Alien - Alien: Covenant(6 box)
Alien - Alien: Resurrection(4 box)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001DDBD54/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1526053894&sr=8-11&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=alien+boxed+set#
this one has Alien 1-4, Predator 1&2 + Both AvP films
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B073FT8X16/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1526053894&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=alien+boxed+set
This has all 6 Alien films.
The kind of boxed set you are describing doesn't exist. Pick one.
http://www.amazon.com/Alien-Quadrilogy-Aliens-Resurrection/dp/B0000VCZK2/ref=sr_1_1?s=movies-tv&ie=UTF8&qid=1420056671&sr=1-1&keywords=Aliens+box+set+DVD
Here's the link to the Jonesy book. It's a bit pricey for pseudo children's book but I will buy it anyway.
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/178565926X/
Is that from this book?
http://amzn.com/1781161313
Alien Covenant: David's Drawings: Dane Hallett, Matt Hatton: 9781785659249: Amazon.com: Books
https://www.amazon.com/dp/1785659243/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_9.-JBbWYP2A1R
Alien Anthology - https://www.amazon.com/Alien-Anthology-Aliens-Resurrection-Blu-ray/dp/B001AQO3QA
They should have used the story from Aliens:Stronghold. I would definitely pay to the to see Jerry the cigar-smokin', machine gun totin', wise-crackin' synthetic Alien and his ass-kicking giant partner Dean.
This is a Tamashii Nations SH MonsterArts figure. Highly detailed and articulated. There is also a Revoltech figure that is also articulated but its joints aren't well hidden and the tail is one of those wire bendy things. I also think the REvoltech figure is a tad smaller.
Yup, I've got it too. It's too bad they're sold out, but you can still find them (pretty expensive, though): 1 and 2.
They also made an exclusive version for the 2015 San Diego Comic-Con, which is even more expensive.
Yeah, but unfortunately not in e-book format.
You can buy them now with the original names restored.
I used to buy these from the newsagents every time they came out. Compiled with Aliens v Predator and stuff. Around the same time a bunch of Terminator comics came from the same publisher, Dark Horse I think it was.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Aliens-30th-Anniversary-Original-Comics/dp/1506700780
and
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Aliens-Original-Comic-Sam-Kieth/dp/1506703569/ref=pd_bxgy_14_img_2/258-0541758-0363109?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=1506703569&pd_rd_r=d73c0a96-f1a3-4480-9110-87c11e4a4847&pd_rd_w=jJBRv&pd_rd_wg=oXASj&pf_rd_p=31fcc995-2418-43ae-a37c-f1ef453a46b3&pf_rd_r=G1684RB7EVQCJ42DT4MK&psc=1&refRID=G1684RB7EVQCJ42DT4MK
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They're good, but they're not amazing. They feel a bit rushed and the ideas are great but you can tell they're trying to cram in as much violence to each issue as possible. When they're put together as one coherent story they feel too frantic.
Alien: River of Pain is actually the book about that. It was released last year.
http://www.amazon.com/Alien-River-Pain-Novel-3/dp/1781162727
Try out these:
Aliens 30th Anniversary: The Original Comics Series https://www.amazon.com/dp/1506700780/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_syUWAb1PJ55PP
Aliens: The Original Comics Series-Nightmare Asylum and Earth War https://www.amazon.com/dp/1506703569/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_AyUWAb4R2JY9X
Aliens: Bug Hunt https://www.amazon.com/dp/1785654446/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_yBUWAbA1HYKCX
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As for Aliens: Colonial Marines, you could likely find a full playthrough of the game and cut scenes on YouTube.