E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

Film - 1982 - Kids & Family, Science-Fiction

The story

An alien is left behind on Earth and saved by the 10-year-old Elliott who decides to keep him hidden in his home. While a task force hunts for the extra-terrestrial, Elliott, his brother, and his little sister Gertie form an emotional bond with their new friend, and try to help him find his way home.

Directed by

Steven Spielberg

Starring

Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Robert MacNaughton, Peter Coyote, Dee Wallace, Erika Eleniak

Where to watch

binge, disney

Ratings

IMDb 7.9 out of 10

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Film · 1982 · Kids & Family · Science-Fiction

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

77% match1h 55mPG
B
Disney+
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✦ Loss of loved one✦ Critically loved
The story

An alien is left behind on Earth and saved by the 10-year-old Elliott who decides to keep him hidden in his home. While a task force hunts for the extra-terrestrial, Elliott, his brother, and his little sister Gertie form an emotional bond with their new friend, and try to help him find his way home.

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ET The Extra Terrestrial (1982) Official 20th An
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Ratings
IMDb
7.9 / 10
475k votes
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99%
Tomatometer
3.84 / 5
1.3M ratings · Letterboxd
TMDB
7.5 / 10
TMDB users
Details
TypeFilm
GenreKids & Family, Science-Fiction
Runtime1h 55m
RatedPG
Release1982-06-11
Where to watch
BBINGE
Disney+
Disney+
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