Timothy Olyphant, known for his roles in iconic series like Deadwood and Justified, discusses his character Kirsh in FX's Alien: Earth. Set two years before the original Alien film, the series explores themes of mentorship and the complexities of artificial intelligence. Olyphant expresses gratitude for the opportunity to take creative risks, noting that Kirsh serves as a father figure to a group of terminally ill children whose consciousness has been transferred into synthetic bodies. He highlights the ensemble nature of the show and the collaborative spirit with younger actors. Olyphant also reflects on the challenges of portraying a character that straddles the line between human and synthetic, drawing inspiration from past performances in the Alien franchise. As the series approaches its finale, he hints at unexpected developments and the potential for future seasons.