Movies
WENN
The filmmaker will return to the franchise for the first time since directing the original 1979 sci-fi classic. Weaver, who portrayed protagonist Lt Ellen Ripley in four Alien movies, welcomed his participation in the reboot.
She told MTV: "I'm glad Ridley's connected to it because I know it will be classy."
However, the 59-year-old actress ruled out the return of her iconic character in the new venture.
She added: "I don't see how Ripley could be part of a prequel. But I'm fine. I wish them well. I can't imagine going back at this point."
Weaver recently said that her cinematic alter ego could take on Clint Eastwood's Dirty Harry character.
Related Stories
Movie Reviews
'Top Cat: The Movie' reviewHanna-Barbera's classic cartoon makes a disastrous comeback on the big screen.
Movies Interviews
'Prometheus' Michael Fassbender interviewMichael Fassbender tells Digital Spy about his android role in Ridley Scott's Prometheus.
At the Movies
'Alien' saga's 10 greatest momentsFrom Space Jockeys to chestbursting, Digital Spy looks at the Alien saga's greatest moments.
Movies Galleries
Kristen Stewart wants 'Snow White' sequelKristen Stewart says she wants to expand on the first instalment.
