Jerome Flynn joins Peter Dinklage in the second season of Noah Hawley's 'Alien: Earth', which has officially begun filming.
Jerome Flynn has joined Peter Dinklage for the second season of Noah Hawley's 'Alien: Earth', with production now officially underway. This casting development sees the acclaimed actors reunite on screen. The FX science fiction series, a prequel to the iconic 'Alien' film franchise, continues to build its ensemble for the anticipated new season.
Flynn and Dinklage previously shared the screen in 'Game of Thrones', where Flynn portrayed Bronn and Dinklage played Tyrion Lannister. Their on-screen chemistry, characterized by Bronn's pragmatic nature contrasting with Tyrion's sharp intellect, made them a memorable pairing for audiences throughout the HBO fantasy drama.
Beyond this reunion, the second season has also welcomed Tracey Ullman and Sam Spruell to its cast. These additions further expand the creative talent involved in Hawley's vision for the FX series, promising a diverse range of performances alongside the returning ensemble members.
Since his role in 'Game of Thrones', Jerome Flynn has maintained a busy acting schedule. He recently appeared in the Paramount+ prequel series '1923', alongside Harrison Ford and Helen Mirren. His other notable credits include roles in 'Ripper Street', an episode of 'Black Mirror', and a part in 'John Wick 3'.
Tracey Ullman brings a wealth of experience, having earned seven Emmy Awards for her work on various television projects, including 'The Tracey Ullman Show'. Sam Spruell has a prior connection to the 'Game of Thrones' universe through 'A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms' and previously collaborated with Hawley on 'Fargo'.
'Alien: Earth' establishes its narrative before the events of the original 'Alien' films. The first season introduced a deep-space research vessel, the USCSS Maginot, crashing on Earth. This event sets the stage for a group of synthetic-human hybrids, led by "Wendy," to confront dangerous alien lifeforms.
The inaugural season concluded with the hybrids gaining control of their facility and imprisoning their creators. Wendy appeared to exert influence over the Xenomorphs on the island, leaving the future trajectory of the story open. Creator Noah Hawley has expressed a desire for the series to continue as long as audience engagement and production quality remain high.
