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The Aliens

5.720161 season15TV SeriesComedyDramaSci-Fi & Fantasy

Nearly 40 years ago aliens crash-landed in the UK. They look like us, but are forced to live in a ghetto. Border control officer Lewis falls in love with one.

WriterFintan Ryan

ProducerMurray Ferguson

Where to watch

Channel 4

Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1

Episode 1

Mar 8, 2016 4.4

E2

Episode 2

Mar 15, 2016 5.5

E3

Episode 3

Mar 22, 2016 6.0

E4

Episode 4

Mar 29, 2016 2.8

E5

Episode 5

Apr 5, 2016 3.5

E6

Episode 6

Apr 12, 2016 3.0

Cast

Michael Socha

Michaela Coel

Jim Howick

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The Aliens — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams The Aliens?

The Aliens is streaming on Channel 4 in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store and Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is The Aliens on Netflix?

No, The Aliens is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of August 2026. It's currently on Channel 4.

Is The Aliens on Amazon Prime Video?

The Aliens isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United Kingdom, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch The Aliens for free?

The Aliens is available to stream free (with ads) on Channel 4 in United Kingdom.

How many seasons are in The Aliens?

The Aliens has 1 season in total (6 episodes). The series concluded in 2016.

Are all episodes of The Aliens out yet?

Yes — all 6 episodes across 1 season of The Aliens are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of The Aliens?

No — The Aliens ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.