Alien 3 is a science fiction horror film released in 1992 as the third installment in the popular Alien franchise. Directed by David Fincher, the film follows the story of Ellen Ripley (played by Sigourney Weaver) as she crash-lands on a remote prison planet inhabited by male inmates and a dangerous alien creature. The film explores themes of isolation, redemption, and sacrifice as Ripley must find a way to survive and confront the deadly alien threat once again.