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E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
CAST & DIRECTOR
Directed by Steven Spielberg. With Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Robert MacNaughton.
7.5/10
MOVIHERO RATINGWHAT IT'S 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.
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7.5/10
MOVIHERO RATINGYOUR WATCHLISTAn 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, E…
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RELEASE SNAPSHOT
Release snapshot for E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.
MoviHero lists June 11, 1982 as the release date for E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. Steven Spielberg is the listed director. The listed cast includes Henry Thomas as Elliott, Drew Barrymore as Gertie, Robert MacNaughton as Michael, Peter Coyote as Keys. A trailer and 5 stills are available on this page.
Release dateJune 11, 1982
GenresAdventure · Science Fiction · Family
Runtime1h 55m
DirectorSteven Spielberg
CastHenry Thomas as Elliott, Drew Barrymore as Gertie, Robert MacNaughton as Michael, Peter Coyote as Keys
TrailerAvailable on this page
Images5 stills
BEFORE YOU PRESS PLAY
Is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial right for tonight?
Pacing, attention and emotional impact are estimates from the current MoviHero Watch Profile, not verified scene-by-scene reviews.
How much time should I set aside?
E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial runs 1h 55m. Allow extra time for breaks.
Is it slow or fast?
The current MoviHero pacing estimate is 6/10: a middle-ground pace.
Is it a good choice when I am tired?
The attention estimate is 6/10. Expect to follow the story rather than use it as background viewing.
How emotionally intense is it?
The emotional-impact estimate is 7/10, suggesting a moderate emotional load. This does not tell you whether the ending is happy or sad.
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MOVIE RATING
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MoviHero Rating: 7.5/10 from 12,423 votes. Updated Nov 13, 2026.
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WHAT WATCHING IT FEELS LIKE
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Pacing6/10
Emotional Impact7/10
Mind-Bending5/10
Scary1/10
Violence2/10
Rewatchability6/10
Attention Required6/10
VIEWER REVIEWS
What viewers say about E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial
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Viewer reaction
“Watched with my wife, the 7th grader, and the kindergartner.”
Viewer reaction
“Dream work indeed. An alien is stranded on Earth and a bunch of suburban kids attempt to help him get home. It's amazing to think…”
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“A RARE MAGICAL GEM E.T. The Extraterrestrial is a rare, unique once-in-a-lifetime experience you'll never forget. It will be one of those movies that will…”
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“Some aliens stop by to collect some plant samples.”
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WORDS THAT STAY WITH YOU
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“E.T. phone home.”
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CAST & CREW
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CHARACTERS IN THIS MOVIE
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otherElliottElliott in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), played by Henry Thomas.Open character guide otherGertieGertie in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), played by Drew Barrymore.Open character guide otherMichaelMichael in E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), played by Robert MacNaughton.Open character guide
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