Movies like E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

Key Features:: Alien encounter, Child protagonist, Friendship, Coming-of-age, Family, Outsider, Government conspiracy, Science fiction, Emotional bonding, Search for belonging, Innocence, Suburban setting, Director-driven, Cult classic
Tone:: earnest, whimsical, restrained
Target Audience:: Family, Sci-fi fans, Nostalgia seekers, Feel-good movie lovers
Emotional Arc:: Curiosity → Connection → Longing

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial

1982-06-11

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.

Genres

Science Fiction, Adventure, Family, Fantasy

Cast

Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Robert MacNaughton, Peter Coyote, Dee Wallace, Erika Eleniak, K.C. Martel, C. Thomas Howell, Sean Frye, David M. O

Crew

Steven Spielberg, Melissa Mathison

Rating

★7.511(11650 votes)