E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial movie poster

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

1982 · 1h 55m · Released

PG Adventure, Science Fiction, Family

Ratings

Based on audience scores
7.5 The Movie Database
7.9 IMDb
72% Rotten Tomatoes
82 Metacritic

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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Top Cast & Crew

Steven Spielberg Director
Henry Thomas Elliott
Drew Barrymore Gertie
Robert MacNaughton Michael
Peter Coyote Keys
Dee Wallace Mary
Erika Eleniak Pretty Girl
K.C. Martel Greg
C. Thomas Howell Tyler
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Frequently asked questions about E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

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

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is available to stream on Apple TV in the US. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

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.

What are the ratings for E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial scores 7.5 on The Movie Database, 7.9 on IMDb, 72% on Rotten Tomatoes, and 82 on Metacritic.

Who stars in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial stars Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Robert MacNaughton, Peter Coyote, and Dee Wallace.

When did E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial come out?

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial was released in 1982.

Ratings and streaming availability are aggregated from third-party sources; metadata from The Movie Database (TMDB), streaming data from JustWatch. This product uses the TMDB API but is not endorsed or certified by TMDB. Last updated September 2026.