Samuel Blenkin recently spoke about his role as ‘Boy K’ in Alien Earth, the prequel to the Alien franchise. The character is a billionaire CEO with a mix of Peter Pan-like whimsy and ruthless arrogance. One of the most striking choices is that he doesn’t wear shoes. According to Samuel, this isn’t just style—it shows Boy K’s ego and detachment from the world. He feels that owning everything makes formalities unnecessary, and going barefoot is a subtle way of mocking others.
Boy K is impulsive and chaotic. Samuel explained that he acts on instinct more than strategy. In one scene, he places his dirty feet on a table during a tense meeting, purely to unsettle his rival. The character thrives on disruption, creating chaos without always considering the consequences. A particularly dark moment comes when he contemplates experimenting on a human with an intelligent eye midge, raising questions about his morality. Showrunner Noah Hawley clarified that Boy K isn’t a simple sociopath; his lack of empathy is complex and layered.
Despite his flaws, there’s still a hint of potential growth. By the end of Season 1, Boy K watches as Wendy and her ‘Lost Boys’ seize control of the adults, reacting with a mix of pride and maniacal amusement. Samuel hinted that this leaves a small window for redemption in the character’s arc.
Looking ahead to a possible Season 2, Samuel is excited to explore more of Boy K’s unpredictable nature. Fans can expect even more chaos, manipulation, and complexity from the barefoot billionaire in future episodes.