E.T. The Extraterrestrial

Silhouette of a person riding a bicycle on a tightrope against the backdrop of a full moon. The moon is large and bright, dominating the dark blue night sky. Below the tightrope, there are silhouettes of trees, with one tree’s top reaching near the level

An alien left behind on Earth is befriended by the 10-year-old Elliot who decides to keep him hidden in his home. While government scientists hunt for the extra-terrestrial, Elliot, his brother, and his little sister Gertie form an emotional bond with their new friend, and try to help him find his way home.

Steven Spielberg's extraordinary and beloved sci-fi adventure won the Academy Awards for Sound Design, Visual Effects, and Score.

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial screens as part of our "Away We Go" series. Courtesy of Universal Pictures and Swank Motion Pictures.

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