Where can I watch “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” legally online?

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Where to Watch E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) (Legally)

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

Jun 11, 1982 US 115 min G

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Adventure Science Fiction Family

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

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Where to watch “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” (1982) legally online? See US options first, with English-region fallbacks.

What to expect (spoiler-free)

Planning a movie night? This is a spoiler-free snapshot of “ (1982).

Genre-wise, it leans into Adventure, Science Fiction, Family, with a runtime around 115 minutes.

Top billed names include Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Robert MacNaughton, Peter Coyote.

For families, checking the local age rating is recommended before watching.

Topics & keywords

farewell, california, space marine, operation, flying saucer, nasa, homesickness, loss of loved one, prosecution, halloween, alien, extraterrestrial

Official trailer

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Plot

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.