Today, June 11, is the 40th anniversary of the opening of Steven Spielberg’s “E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial,” which is still bigger than “Avatar,” “The Force Awakens,” and “Avengers: Endgame.” Based on ...

During a recent reunion with her co-stars on The Drew Barrymore Show, Barrymore revealed she believed the alien was real when she starred in the Universal hit at 7 years old Ryan Parker is the former ...

40 years after its release, E.T the Extra-Terrestrial is still considered one of Steven Spielberg’s finest works. He drew remarkable performances from then-child actors Drew Barrymore and Henry Thomas ...

Bidding for the iconic creation of Italian special effects master Carlo Rambaldi opened at $500,000 Ryan Parker is the former Senior News Editor, Weekends for PEOPLE. He left PEOPLE in 2023. The ...

E.T. wanted to "phone home," and now he has a new home. Starting Sept. 1, the sci-fi family classic will be available to stream on Netflix, where a whole new generation will discover the curious alien ...

‘E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial’ stole audiences’ hearts thanks to its poignant story of a young boy and his newfound alien friend. But the movie also put the spotlight on Reese’s Pieces candy. Here’s why ...

On May 26, 1982, Steven Spielberg unveiled E.T., The Extra-Terrestrial at the Cannes film festival. By THR Staff On May 26, 1982, Steven Spielberg unveiled E.T., The Extra-Terrestrial at the Cannes ...

This is the 40th anniversary of the Steven Spielberg classic that sold one ticket for every two people in North America. "Endgame" doesn't even come close. Today, June 11, is the 40th anniversary of ...