E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial Family Movie Review

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MPAA Rating
PG

for language and mild thematic elements

Genre
Science Fiction & Fantasy, Kids & Family

Director
Steven Spielberg

Starring
Henry Thomas, Peter Coyote, Drew Barrymore, Robert Mac Naughton

Studio
Universal Studios

Release Date/In Theaters
1982

Movie Summary for E.T.

This is a 1982 American science-fiction film co-produced and directed by Steven Spielberg, written by Melissa Mathison and starring Henry Thomas, Dee Wallace, Robert MacNaughton, Drew Barrymore and Peter Coyote. It tells the story of Elliott, who comes upon a friendly extraterrestrial, dubbed "E.T.,” who is stranded on Earth. The two quickly become friends and Elliott and his siblings help the extraterrestrial return home while attempting to keep him hidden from their mother and scientists.

Released by Universal Pictures, E.T. was a blockbuster, surpassing Star Wars to become the most financially successful film released to that point. Critics acclaimed it as a timeless story of friendship.

E.T. is a top 15 favorite family movie

-by Allison

This film was written and co-produced by the famed Steven Spielberg, need we say more? This is a timeless story of friendship – making it great for elementary school-aged kids. The actors are beyond believable and the wonderment of the tale is enchanting. If you haven’t shared this movie with your kiddos then now’s the time. This highly acclaimed story will bring on laughter and tears, capturing your heart. Watch it together and open a discussion on friendship, acceptance and love. This film gets better with age and will be enjoyed by a 9-year-old, cherished by an 89-year-old and treasured by everyone in between.

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