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Re-live the adventure and magic in one of the most beloved motion pictures of all-time, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial, from Academy Award®-winning director Steven Spielberg. Captivating audiences of all ages, this timeless story follows the unforgettable journey of a lost alien and the 10-year-old boy he befriends. Join Elliott (Henry Thomas), Gertie (Drew Barrymore) and Michael (Robert MacNaughton) as they come together to help E.T. find his way back home. Now digitally remastered with enhanced picture and sound for its 30th Anniversary, E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial forever belongs in the hearts and minds of audiences everywhere.

iTunes Store: Customer Reviews

Not in 4K

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Detoxskils
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2023-07-11
Purchase in 4K but shows in hd . A great film

Amazing film but still no 4K?

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darthbooth
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2022-12-27
One of the best movies of all time but still no 4K at the end of 2022? I have a feeling that this isn’t Apples fault as Universal Studios seem to be reluctant to release a lot of their back catalogue over here in the UK on 4K?? I have this on disc in 4K and can confirm it looks great so still hoping Universal get their act together and release this beautiful movie on iTunes uk soon.

No 4K?

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Slayer1551
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2022-10-01
Come on Apple no 4K no buy from me

4K Needed

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Adz 19
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2022-07-11
Where is the 4K UK version!?

Where’s the 4K Version

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Antsgc
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2022-03-20
Hey Apple where’s the 4K version of E.T.
It’s about time it was updated. Also some classic tv shows need updating to HD
GET ON THE CASE APPLE GIVE THE CUSTOMERS WHAT THEY WANT.

Where is the 4K HDR version apple???

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wildphantom
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2022-02-21
My favourite film of all time, but it’s not been updated to the new 4K HDR transfer that’s been out for 4 years!!!!?!
As others have said, the movie is on US iTunes in 4K HDR so it’s inexcusable this hasn’t been updated. Liaise with Universal to resolve it, and sort out Gladiator, The Mummy, Bourne Identity, Hot Fuzz and The World’s End with them at the same time.
Why are we paying the same in the U.K. for a last generation product? Apple TV 4K was sold to everybody with Tim Cook beaming about 4K movies being upgraded when available.

4K?!

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Eddie_Plummer
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2020-11-21
Brillaint film, but would be 100000% more better with 4K treatment?! Stop leaving us out over here Apple!

No 4K because of Universal Pictures

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Paul from Barcelona
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2020-10-26
Incredble and timeless film. Many people on here are asking why no 4K? The US iTunes Store has this film available in 4K thanks to its distributor Paramount who have been truly excellent in remastering its classics into 4K Dolby Vision.
Sadly the UK iTunes Store film is distributed by Universal who do not have an interest in 4K Dolby Vision / Atmos versions for the UK market. Sadly, this is the case far over. Simply avoid purchases from Universal if their poor offering does not match your high standards.

No 4k

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FilmFellaDave
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2020-09-03
Out on 4k disk in the U.K.; c’mon guys make it happen.

Please Put The Extras On Thank You 🙂👍🏻

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PIONT1
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2019-08-09
Please Put The Extras On Thank You 🙂👍🏻

Masterpiece

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Echobase UK
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2019-03-16
I don't usually write reviews, but I have to make an exception for this one, because I honestly think this is one of the best film ever made.
Not just for the way it's filmed, putting you right there at "child's level", in this special world where adults (unless you're mom) are only figures without really a face (that it until you actually grow up, which is what happens to Elliott, the main character, towards the end of the film).
This is such a beautiful, gentle film which manages to pull all the right strings at the right time. And so you can't help, laugh, cry and dream with it.
And then of course John Williams' score which adds a whole dimention to an already perfect film, with some amazing performances from some of the best child actors you've ever seen.
I don't know why would anyone NOT give it 5 stars.
Just pefect.

Film 5 star

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Baldydafydd
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2019-03-10
Is this the cgi updated edit can any one confirm??????? Extended opening sequence etc????
Now available 4K but not iTunes!!!!

WE WANT 4K DOLBY VISION

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dannyboyuk88
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2019-01-08
usa has glorious dolby vision 4k, we get HD. fix it apple

A truly extraordinary movie. :)

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KarltoonTV
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2018-06-30
This movie is amazing. The 89s truly has some of the best movies of all time. This film is defiantly one of my MOST recommended movie to watch. The characters, the effects, the cinematography , the music are all wonderful. One thing I never noticed as a kid but noticed as an adult now is that up to when the government meet E.T., we never see any of the adults faces. Apart from Elliot’s Mom, we never catch a glimpse of any of the adults. The way they are shown in this film are a being really intimidating. A nice touch by Steven Spielberg who directed this film beautifully. Melissa Mathison’s writing is one of the best I have seen in a film. I 109% HIGHLY RECOMMEND this film to kids, teens, adults and elders. You will all truly love it. :)

Deserves more than 5 stars

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IzzyDud
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2018-06-06
Beautiful story that captures your heart from the beginning. Everything about this movie is amazing, from the extraordinary direction and brilliant actors to the finest details on ET. A classic that can be appreciated by all ages.

Americans get the 4K version

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Chopdog in Surrey
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2018-04-04
Why is there one version with extras and 4K beautiful resolution for Americans, and not for the rest of the world?
Come on!!!

The original version without CGI E.T.

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harrisondavies
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2018-01-24
If you're looking for an updated version with CGI E.T, bikes, lack of guns, then look elsewhere. This is the original and beat magical take of the endearing story of an alien and his boy.

TimelessClassic

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BEARBEATS
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2017-12-25
🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

Amazing super duper awesome cool funny moving best movie ever

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Big Reader📕📗📘📙📓📔📒📚📖
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2017-08-20
That's all I have to say😜

This movie is very close to those who saw it in '82

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Rr 7
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2016-09-15
When I was starting a new school in 1982 in 5 ways Birmingham everyone was talking about ET I was lucky to see the film back then. I went to a reunion at that school only last week which the date was 6th September on that day Steven Speilberg was staying at the hotel just across the street while filming the upcoming 'Ready Player One' this was incredible news.

Yes, this is the 1982 version.

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alphford
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2016-06-26
A classic, thankfully in it's original form!

One of, if not the the greatest movie

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mu007uk
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2015-11-29
All reviews on anything are subjective - and my review of this film, as being the greatest film, is highly so. It could be just pure emotion talking.....
E.T is a film that overwhelms my senses more than any film I've ever seen. It fills up my heart, inspires my mind, and makes my sleeve damp from drying my eyes - and I'm a 37 year old man! It is the reason, really, that I love to watch movies - so much so that I work in movies too!
Watching this film during a time where people are troubled - brings a sense of morality and togetherness.
As the previous review stated, John Williams' score for E.T. is amazing. It taps into Spielberg's emotional generosity so seamlessly that hearing just a few notes from it now unlocks my tear ducts faster than other films like the score and certain scenes of Watership down or parts of the Colo(u)r Purple.
This film has it all and is for any age - but it's a film that feels like it was made by the people for the people to help the people!

Fantastic

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Ormonaton
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2014-05-03
A great family movie for all ages...And yes, this is the original version (not the CGI version) so enjoy.

absolutely rubbish thanks apple for spoiling another evening with your stupid protection

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Bedatbendaauk
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2014-04-11
once again rented a video which couldn't be watched. once again a waste of money. i'm sick of doing this - am absolutely sick of it.

E.T

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Chocolate12344
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2013-12-08
I think E.T is a wonderful film to watch

Outstanding

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Ben 768
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2013-08-14
Spielberg's best film

Is this the original?

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samraven
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2013-01-12
So we all know and love the original. It was the very real element of fear and menace from the government agents and their guns closing in that created the tension. And we all know and love the 80s marionette. What we all despise was the utterly despicable 2002 cgi update, which replaced the agent's guns with WALKIE TALKIES!!! UGH!!! and in the scenes of et in the forest gave him CGI LEGS!! Furthermore they gave him cheap looking cgi expressions.
It was like seeing a favourite relative replaced by a computer replica robot and ruined it.
Can anyone confirm whether this is the wonderful original or the 2002 hatchet job? I'm assuming the latter due to the 'U' certificate rather than PG. anyone?

A Timeless Classic. Cinematic Gold.

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boffy999
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2012-12-17
I remember seeing this film in the 80's, just after my 7th birthday. It left me teary eyed. It left me feeling cheated, in some way. But only cheated through innocence, not because it was a bad film. This is one of the best films ever made. It had us all thinking, "What if it were true, or happened to me." This truly is an amazing film. 30 years on and it's as strong today as it ever has been. Relive your youth. Relive your parenthood when you took your children all those years ago. But please, whatever you do, watch and enjoy this feel good, feel sad and feel hope film. Never will this be a bad movie. Enjoy guys and girls.

One of the true greats of modern cinema

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Federert
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2012-10-28
iTunes has at long last has one of the most iconic movies ever made, a timeless classic. I was always curious why this film was not in the collection, maybe the Star Wars trilogy original, and the Indiana Jones movies will come soon to, we live and hope! In the meantime I will "phone home" and let them know our friendly Extra Terrestrial has joined the iPad generation.

YES!!!!!!!!!!

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Sarah Jane movie fan
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2012-10-24
I have been waiting SO LONG for this classic movie to become available on iTunes (even though I know I'm going to cry my eyes out every time I watch it).

Joy and tears

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SlightlyEpic
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2012-10-22
I reviewed this on a kids show on the telly when it came out 30 years ago. Now I get to share the joy and laughter, tears and fears with my own children. It doesn't get much better than this. Buy it.

Real version?

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Vallierdes
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2012-10-22
Can anyone confirm if this is the original (ie. real) version and NOT the updated CGI version?

What can one say......

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leuthedog
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2012-10-22
.....other than maybe the greatest film of all time!

Heskey

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Kieran the best
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2012-10-22
Best family film of the year

Out of this world

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The open critic
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2012-10-22
What an era for movie making and Spielberg, I hope those of the younger generation that have not seen it can sit with their family and appreciate this, some 30 years after it was made. Like J.J.Abrams is trying to do with his movies, Spielberg captures the family values, importance of relationships and blends it so well into something that involves ET life so as to give it serious but understandable undertones. If this doesn't capture your heat, make you wonder, or give you a smile after then I'm not sure what else you could watch! The music adds a great atmosphere as always thanks to John Williams.