Resident Alien
A comedic sci-fi drama based on the Dark Horse comic book series of the same name, Resident Alien follows a crash-landed alien (Alan Tudyk) who must take on the identity of a small-town Colorado doctor and somehow find a way to fit in with the local human population. While attempting to complete his secret mission on Earth, he is forced to consider the possibility that humans might be worth saving after all.
An alien hiding in a small Colorado town meets the locals when they ask him to help solve a murder.
In his first week at the clinic, Harry struggles to diagnose a strange feeling: human emotion.
Harry races to keep his secret safe as Asta is forced to face her own past.
Harry travels to the Ute Reservation to help Asta's grandmother and learns what it means to belong.
A surprise visitor introduces Harry to a stressful human institution: marriage.
Harry copes with jealousy when the mayor hires an annoyingly perfect new town doctor.
Fearing he's facing failure, Harry enlists an unlikely ally to help find his ship.
Harry must rely on Asta and D'Arcy for survival.
Harry and Asta attend an alien convention.
On the verge of completing his mission, Harry faces his own humanity.
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Alan Tudyk | Harry Vanderspeigle |
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Corey Reynolds | Sheriff Mike Thompson |
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Sara Tomko | Asta Twelvetrees |
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Alice Wetterlund | D'Arcy Bloom |
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Elizabeth Bowen | Deputy Liv Baker |
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Levi Fiehler | Mayor Ben Hawthorne |
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Meredith Garretson | Kate Hawthorne |
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Judah Prehn | Max Hawthorne |
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Keith Arbuthnot | Alien Harry Double |
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Kaylayla Raine | Jay |
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Alex Barima | David Logan |
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Mandell Maughan | Lisa Casper |
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Diana Bang | Nurse Ellen Cho |
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Ben Cotton | Jimmy |
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Gary Farmer | Dan Twelvetrees |
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Deborah Finkel | Abigail Hodges |
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Jenna Lamia | Judy Cooper |
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Elvy Yost | Isabelle |
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Gracelyn Awad Rinke | Sahar |
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Linda Hamilton | General Eleanor Wright |
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Peter Brown | Film Crew |
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Jan Bos | Dr. Sam Hodges |
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Sarah Podemski | Kayla |
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Michael Cassidy | Dr. Ethan Stone |
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Gerardo Barcala | Patron |
| Packaging | MKV |
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| Nr Discs | 1 |
| Audio Tracks | Dolby Digital 2.0 |
| Subtitles | English |
| Location | Flix New Releases |
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| Purchased | On Aug 25, 2025 at GalaxyRG |
| Watched | Aug 25, 2025 |
| Quantity | 1 |
| Index | 11264 |
| Added Date | Aug 25, 2025 03:33:33 |
| Modified Date | Aug 25, 2025 03:45:15 |
My quick rating - 8.0/10. With SyFy announcing the surprise cancellation of Resident Alien, I thought it was time to give this wonderfully weird show a proper sendoff. Honestly, the cancellation shocked me; it always felt like it had solid ratings and a loyal fan base. But here we are, and at least we got four seasons of one of the most uniquely funny and heartfelt sci-fi comedies of recent years.
The story begins when crash-landed alien Harry (Alan Tudyk) assumes the identity of a small-town Colorado doctor. His mission is dark—wipe out humanity—but things go sideways when he’s pulled into solving a murder. From there, Harry’s “simple” cover life spirals into hilarious complications as he struggles to pass as human, all while wrestling with deeper questions: Are humans worth saving? Why do they fold their pizza before eating it? (don't worry, Harry, REAL pizza doesn't need that)
Alan Tudyk is the beating heart of the show, delivering one of the funniest deadpan performances I’ve seen in years. His emotionless cadence and awkward attempts at blending in never get old, whether he’s accidentally insulting someone, misunderstanding basic human customs, or casually debating mass genocide. Sara Tomko is fantastic as Asta, the moral anchor Harry desperately needs, and she brings warmth and charm to every scene. And then there’s Corey Reynolds as Sheriff Thompson—absolutely hysterical. Nearly every line he delivers lands with perfect comedic timing.
What makes Resident Alien work so well is how it balances tones. On one hand, it’s sharp, dark comedy—you’re often laughing at an alien who casually considers wiping out the human race. On the other hand, it’s surprisingly emotional and character-driven, with storylines about friendship, family, and identity. The chemistry between Harry and Max (Judah Prehn), the one kid who can actually see his true alien form, is another highlight. Their love-hate banter in the early seasons is pure gold.
Each season evolves Harry in meaningful ways. At first, he’s an outsider just learning how to act human. Later, he genuinely starts to care about people, even if he doesn’t always admit it. The writing team, led by Chris Sheridan, constantly found new ways to keep the concept fresh, mixing in twists, new conflicts, and just the right amount of sci-fi strangeness. The special effects? Not blockbuster-level, but charmingly fitting—sometimes purposefully goofy to match the show’s tone.
If there’s one consistent strength across all four seasons, it’s how the show manages to juggle comedy, drama, and sci-fi without tipping too far into any one lane. It’s quirky but not grating, heartfelt without being sappy, and dark without ever becoming unpleasant. That’s a rare mix, and Resident Alien nailed it.
It’s a shame this is the end—there was clearly more ground to cover, more laughs to be had, and more alien awkwardness to enjoy. Hopefully, another network or streamer realizes what a gem this is and picks it up. Until then, Resident Alien stands as a hilarious, strange, and unexpectedly touching series that deserves far more attention than it got.
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