Where to watch E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial 1982

Some friendships are strong enough to cross the stars.

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When a lonely boy discovers a stranded visitor hiding in his suburban backyard, he must keep the secret safe from the grown-ups around him. Together they form a bond that grows deeper with every hour, as the pair works toward a daring plan to bring the gentle creature home.

Is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial worth watching?

Most people think so. It holds 7.9/10 on IMDb, a strong score. It was a big hit too, taking $439,454,989 at the US box office.

How long is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?

1h 55m: a standard movie-night length.

Is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial OK for kids?

Rated PG in the US: fine for most kids, though some scenes may need a parent nearby.

Where can I stream E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?

You can rent or buy it on Prime Video in the US (button above). For subscription services, JustWatch shows where it's streaming today, since that changes month to month.

Released
1982
Rated
PG
Runtime
1h 55m
Directed by
Steven Spielberg
Starring
Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Peter Coyote
Genre
Adventure, Family, Sci-Fi
Box office
$439,454,989

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