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E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)

Film · 1982 · 115 min · PG · Adventure · Science Fiction · Family

He is afraid. He is totally alone. He is 3,000,000 light years from home.

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, K.C. Martel, C. Thomas Howell

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In cinemas11 June 1982
Digital releaseNot listed
Physical release1 October 1996
First release anywhere11 June 1982

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