E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial(1982)
“He is afraid. He is totally alone. He is 3,000,000 light years from home.”
Overview
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.
Director
Steven Spielberg
Studio
Universal Pictures
Budget
$11M
Revenue
$797M
Cast
Henry Thomas
as Elliott
Drew Barrymore
as Gertie
Robert MacNaughton
as Michael
Peter Coyote
as Keys
Dee Wallace
as Mary
Erika Eleniak
as Pretty Girl
K.C. Martel
as Greg
C. Thomas Howell
as Tyler
Sean Frye
as Steve
David M. O'Dell
as Schoolboy
Richard Swingler
as Science Teacher
Frank Toth
as Policeman
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1982
Runtime
1h 55m
Language
English
Rating
7.5 / 10
Budget
$11M
Box Office
$797M
Production Companies
Universal Pictures • Amblin Entertainment
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?▼
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What is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial about?▼
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.
Who directed E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?▼
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial was directed by Steven Spielberg and released in 1982. It is a adventure, science fiction, family film.
How long is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?▼
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial has a runtime of 1 hours and 55 minutes (115 minutes total).
Who stars in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?▼
The cast of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial includes Henry Thomas as Elliott, Drew Barrymore as Gertie, Robert MacNaughton as Michael, Peter Coyote as Keys, Dee Wallace as Mary and more.
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