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E.T. - The Extra-Terrestrial (Full Screen Edition) (1982)

Henry Thomas , Drew Barrymore , Steven Spielberg  |  PG |  DVD
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (702 customer reviews)


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  • Actors: Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Dee Wallace, Robert MacNaughton, Peter Coyote
  • Directors: Steven Spielberg
  • Writers: Melissa Mathison
  • Producers: Steven Spielberg, Kathleen Kennedy
  • Format: AC-3, Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, Dubbed, Full Screen, Subtitled, NTSC
  • Language: English (Dolby Digital 5.1 EX), English (DTS ES 6.1), French (Dolby Digital 5.1 EX), Spanish (Dolby Digital 5.1 EX)
  • Subtitles: French, Spanish
  • Dubbed: Spanish
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rated: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested)
  • Studio: Universal Studios Home Entertainment
  • DVD Release Date: August 23, 2005
  • Run Time: 121 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (702 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B000A2IPPK
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #22,284 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)
  • Learn more about "E.T. - The Extra-Terrestrial (Full Screen Edition)" on IMDb

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Steven Spielberg's 1982 hit about a stranded alien and his loving relationship with a fatherless boy (Henry Thomas) struck a chord with audiences everywhere, and it furthered Spielberg's reputation as a director of equally strong commercial sensibilities and classical leanings. Henry Thomas gives a strong, emotional performance as E.T.'s young friend, Robert MacNaughton and Drew Barrymore make a solid impression as his siblings, and Dee Wallace is lively as the kids' mother. The special effects almost look a bit quaint now with all the computer advancements that have occurred since, but they also have more heart behind them than a lot of what we see today. --Tom Keogh

Product Description

The story of a lost alien, befriended by a young boy who helps him return to his planet.
Genre: Feature Film Family
Rating: PG
Release Date: 23-AUG-2005
Media Type: DVD

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I have watched this movie for years and still love it. Kathy Cameron  |  164 reviewers made a similar statement
This is one of the best Steven Spielberg movies ever made. Roy Levins  |  131 reviewers made a similar statement
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123 of 135 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Great movie, great set November 19, 2005
Format:DVD
Let me explain something that I feel a lot of people are forgetting. This set doesn't only include the new version, but the old as well. That's a great deal, since you can choose which one you would like to see. If you hate the new effects and CGI, don't watch it. It's that simple.

Now don't get me wrong. I think the newer version is very silly, and I wonder if Spielberg really thought it looked good when he did it. Maybe if he were to do it in around 10 years, it wouldn't look so animated.

I did like the deleted bathroom scene though, even though it was done with CGI. It would have been nice to have seen that in the original, but I guess that would be having my cake and eating it too.

There is nothing flawed about this set, it simply just gives some options that not everyone will want to choose. If you enjoy the movie, you will enjoy this set. It's a classic that hasn't lost it's flavor after all these years.
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62 of 70 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars E.T October 22, 2002
Format:DVD
Both versions of Steven Spielberg's masterpiece are available on this limited edition DVD of E.T- THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL. The original 1982 and the 2002 re-mastered version are equally impressive. The minor cuts and restored footage doesn't add much. Sure, the CG E.T is impressive and there are some great moments put back in that make the film feel more complete. But the heart of the film stays the same. Differing from Spielberg's more strident films (JAWS, the INDIANA JONES films and JURASSIC PARK), E.T is the simple story of Elliot (Henry Thomas) who finds a friend from space and helps him to find his way home, hence the oft-quoted line "E.T phone home!". The iconic image of Elliot riding past the moon is one of the most memorable movie moments in cinema history, accompanied by John William's whimsical score (Another coup-de-grace par-excellence). The film itself is still emotionally involving and the peformances of the principal actors, especially Henry Thomas and Drew Barrymore are fantastic. Regardless of the film's 2002 theatrical dissapointment, Spielberg's masterful storytelling holds up to this day. One of my all-time favourites, E.T will always be remembered as one of the greatest cinema experiences in film history.
The DVD extras are very impressive. Startting off with Disc One, the 2002 version has an introduction by Steven Spielberg, a live performance of John Williams conducting at the 2002 premiere and an "exciting space exploration". Disc Two has the 1982 version. the extras include a "Spotlight on Location" featurette, The Reunion: The cast and filmmakers talk sbout the film. The Evolution and Creation of ET: hundreds of production photographs, conceptual drawings and original advertising in an interactive environment.
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701 of 855 people found the following review helpful
1.0 out of 5 stars ... ruined a classic September 25, 2002
Format:DVD
First, I want to make it clear that I'm reviewing the DVD here, not the original film. I liked the original; it's a good movie. Not as fantastic as it is hyped to be, but good enough to have on DVD for an occasional viewing. I give the film 4 stars.

I have BIG problems with what's behind this DVD, and the "special edition" of ET that's on it.

The 2002 edition of ET is just absurd. As others pointed out, CGI ET looks silly, and isn't consistent with the "old" scenes that include ET. His stiffness was part of his physical character. Making him more "jar-jar" just doesn't make sense. It's an example of "lets do it because we can". There are lots of thing we "can" do that we "should not" do, and this is one of them.

But much worse than this is the digital removal of the guns. Not only was this poorly done (from a technical point of view), but it's an example of Political Correctness(tm) gone mad. Guess what: government agents and cops carry guns, and they point them at people/things that they are trying to stop/apprehend. Get over it.

I hate to see a work of art like ET defaced just to appease a loud, misguided minority of people who believe in political correctness. Bowing to this minority was a cowardly act.

Finally, the packaging Universal has chosen is obnoxious. The only way to get the original film is to buy a very expensive "gift boxed set", filled with things I do NOT want. I'm willing to pay for a boxed set, but only if it contains the following items: Original movie with original 5.1 sound track, commentary track(s), deleted scenes, making of and/or retrospective featurettes. That's it. This would probably fit on one disc, making a boxed set unnecessary. ...

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110 of 135 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Did not need to be touched up!!... July 24, 2002
Format:DVD
As a "Star Wars" fan, I have to admit, George Lucas' 1977 grand epic movie DID NEED to be fixed, Lucas totally buffed up its Special effects, which it needed, SW Special Edition is phenominal compared to its original version, however I don't feel the same way about E.T., I mean what really needed to be fixed????, SW was Sci-Fi, so naturally it needed it, E.T. had very little effects in the way of visuals, I don't know what Speilberg is thinking, I mean, is he trying to compete with Lucas in a friendly way??, You can bet I will be watching the 1982 version, this film really is a timeless classic about an alien left behind on earth who soon befriends Elliott, a 10 year old who lives in what appears to be the valley of Los Angeles, Elliot & E.T. share a special bond, it is every lonely kid's dream, I was 11 when I first saw it, it hit home, because at the time I was new in my neighborhood, & my mom had just gone through a divorce too, I was an only child too, so you can imagine, E.T. always heightened my spirits, this film is great in that it shows what a fun character E.T. could be, the original puppet used was by all accounts well done, why they felt the need to digitally enhance E.T. is beyond me, we have never seen Jar Jar Binks as a puppet, so we don't think much about it, but E.T. you do, had digital technology been possible in 1982, then maybe it wouldn't matter, but now it does, another flaw is the removed guns from the government agents, (another mistake), why be politically correct??, I mean lets face it, agents hell bent on capturing an alien would not be so kid-friendly, in all reality they would be pursuing with guns, not walkie-talikes!...... Read more ›
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5.0 out of 5 stars GREAT!!!
I bought this movie for my Boyfriend for an early birthday present.I was in great condition.It came in time for me to give to him.Thank you very much.
Published 13 hours ago by Michelle Mascellino
5.0 out of 5 stars E.T. is an all time favorite.
I love E.T. Who doesn't?? Great extras. Great movies. Great family night movie. Disc was new and in good condition.
Published 22 hours ago by Jennifer M. Fira
5.0 out of 5 stars E.T. DVD
I had forgotten what a completely delightful and entertaining story this was, until watching it again. Truly a classic on so many levels.
Published 3 days ago by S. Clark
1.0 out of 5 stars Disappointed
I bought it as a gift and was told recently that the blue ray disc didn't work. But the reg DVD did
Published 6 days ago by Jichaelgill32
5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful film
I can't believe I lived half my life before watching this movie. We rented it for my 9-year-old son to see, as he is a quiet child similar to the boy in the film. Read more
Published 7 days ago by LiLouD
4.0 out of 5 stars A great family film
As with most things that are idealized in our society, I'm always a little disappointed when I watch a highly-praised older film. Read more
Published 7 days ago by Faye Hollidaye
1.0 out of 5 stars never properly streams
this is the first time we have used Amazon streaming. We have had netflix for years, but I wanted to try buying this movie for my kids. Read more
Published 8 days ago by Attempt at privacy
5.0 out of 5 stars classic film
Purchased for the grandchidren who need to see this wonderful family - we try to have Friday Night Movie Night at Grandma's House.
Published 10 days ago by Donna K. Myers
5.0 out of 5 stars E.T. on blue-ray
One of my favorite movies of all time and the picture looks awesome on blue-ray. Yhis is a great buy!
Published 12 days ago by RCA0123
3.0 out of 5 stars Nostalgic
Just watched this for nostalgic reasons. Now that I'm older it seemed much sappier, but still an enjoyable afternoon watch.
Published 17 days ago by Susan MacMillan
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Which Version is this?
The 2 disc limited collector's edition (as well as the 3 disc gift set) that was released in 2002 has both versions. The dvd is now officially out of print but it is still found here used and eBay. Comes in a really cool cardboard package showing Elliot flying in front of the moon over green... Read more
Jan 8, 2008 by Knightmessenger |  See all 8 posts
E.T. Blu-ray - $18 at walmart.com ($20 w/plush toy)
I'm not sure it's the EXACT same product - The WalMart site doesn't mention a UltraViolet copy with the one for sale there. That may be meaningless to some - I, for one, don't know what an "UltraViolet" copy is exactly - but, just sayin'.

Also, WalMart has the regular (standalone)... Read more
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E.T. Blu-ray Steelbook at Target - $22.99
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Oct 7, 2012 by Galley |  See all 2 posts
Blue ray?
I haven't heard anything yet. I pray that the original 1982 version is included in the Blu-ray release. Back in 2002 I was so excited to return to the theatre to enjoy "E.T." as I did in 1982, but I left the theatre disappointed and let down because I was not able to see the... Read more
Sep 13, 2011 by D. Paquette |  See all 5 posts
Is the version with the asin B000A2IPP0 tampered with or do you need it...
The 2 disc limited collector's edition has both versions. I think it has a better cover too.
The dvd that comes in the standard white case only has the updated movie.
Jan 8, 2008 by Knightmessenger |  See all 2 posts
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