How long is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is 1 h 55 min long (115 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:55 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.

What is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial rated?

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is rated PG in the US.

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E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) runs 1 h 55 min, is rated PG in the US and averages 7.5 from 12,397 TMDB members. 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.

Runtime: 1 h 55 min — ends 9:55 pm if you start at 8:00 pm
Rated: PG (US)
Genres: Adventure, Science Fiction, Family
Released: June 11, 1982
TMDB rating: 7.5 / 10 from 12,397 votes
Director: Steven Spielberg
Starring: Henry Thomas, Drew Barrymore, Robert MacNaughton, Peter Coyote
Language: English

Good for a group? Yes — a crowd movie.Adventure and Science Fiction hold a room: people can talk, laugh or scream over it and still follow what is going on.

Where to watch it tonight

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Streaming availability by JustWatch. In the US, as of 2026-11-05: Philo (subscription), Starz Amazon Channel (subscription), Starz (subscription), Starz Apple TV channel (subscription), Starz Roku Premium Channel (subscription).

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How long is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is 1 h 55 min long (115 minutes). If you start it at 8:00 pm it ends at 9:55 pm; add about 20 minutes if you watch trailers first.
What is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial rated?: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is rated PG in the US.
Is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial a good movie to watch with a group?: Yes — a crowd movie. Adventure and Science Fiction hold a room: people can talk, laugh or scream over it and still follow what is going on.
Where can I stream E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?: In the US, as of 2026-11-05: Philo (subscription), Starz Amazon Channel (subscription), Starz (subscription), Starz Apple TV channel (subscription), Starz Roku Premium Channel (subscription). Availability changes often; this page loads the live list for your country (streaming availability by JustWatch).

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