E.T. celebrates its 40th Anniversary with a new 4K Ultra HD & Blu-ray release

Journey back to the magic and adventure of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, the beloved masterpiece from Academy Award^®-winning director Steven Spielberg, with these all-new releases celebrating the 40^th anniversary of the film, available to own November 28^th on 4K Ultra HD & Blu-ray^TM from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. There has never been a better time to relive this cinematic classic and four-time Academy Award^® winner including Best Music by legendary composer John Williams. The anniversary release showcases over 45 minutes of all-new bonus features including a retrospective of the film and its lasting legacy and a featurette with Steven Spielberg reflecting on his career and the making of E.T. 40 years later. This release also includes all the original bonus features including deleted scenes, cast and filmmaker reunion, a discussion with John Williams about the iconic music from the film, and more. This E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL release is the definitive way to experience the heartwarming movie that is sure to thrill viewers of all ages again with its timeless message of trust, courage, and the overwhelming power of friendship. 

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 Elliot (Henry Thomas), Gertie (Drew Barrymore) and Michael (Robert MacNaughton) as they come together to help E.T. find his way back home, E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL is “one of the great American films” (Leonard Maltin) that forever belongs in the hearts and minds of audiences everywhere.

The two premium (limited) editions are available exclusively with Zavvi:

• E.T. THE EXTRA-TERESTRIAL COLLECTOR’S EDITION (4K UHD + Blu-ray™): Includes movie, Slipcase, Steelbook, Poster, 4 x Art cards, Bookmark, Script Excerpts booklet & Behind-the-scenes booklet. Strictly limited to x1000 copies.
• E.T. THE EXTRA-TERESTRIAL ULTIMATE 80s EDITION (4K UHD + Blu-ray™): Includes movie, Retro Lunchbox & Thermos, Slipcase, Steelbook, Poster, 4 x Art cards, Bookmark, Script Excerpts booklet & Behind-the-scenes booklet. Strictly limited to x2000 copies worldwide. More details over at Zavvi.

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BONUS FEATURES IN 4K UHD AND BLU-RAY^TM:

• 40 YEARS OF E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL – An all-new retrospective of the film and its lasting legacy.
• TCM CLASSIC FILM FESTIVAL: AN EVENING WITH STEVEN SPIELBERG – The acclaimed director reflects on his career and the making of E.T. 40 years later.
• THE E.T. JOURNALS– Retrace the day-to-day experience of creating E.T. from never-before-seen, behind-the-scenes footage shot by Academy Award^®-winning cinematographer John Toll.  
• DELETED SCENES
• STEVEN SPIELBERG & E.T. – Watch an interview with Steven Spielberg, as he reflects back on the film and discusses his experience working with the actors, as well as his overall and current perspective on E.T.
• A LOOK BACK – A special insider’s look into the making of E.T. featuring interviews with Steven Spielberg, the cast, and others intimately involved with the film.     
• THE EVOLUTION AND CREATION OF E.T.
• THE E.T. REUNION – The cast and filmmaker reunite to discuss their thoughts on the impact of the film.
• THE MUSIC OF E.T.: A DISCUSSION WITH JOHN WILLIAMS – Interviews and footage focused on the long-standing relationship between John Williams and Steven Spielberg.
• THE 20TH ANNIVERSARY PREMIERE – Composer John Williams played the score of E.T. live at the Shrine Auditorium for the re-release premiere of E.T.   This featurette gives us a behind the scenes look at this presentation.
• DESIGNS, PHOTOGRAPHS, AND MARKETING
  • E.T. Designs by Production Illustrator Ed Verreaux
  • E.T. Designs by Carlo Rambaldi
  • Spaceship Designs by Ralph Mcquarrie
  • Designs by Production Illustrator Ed Verreaux
  • Production Photographs
  • Marketing E.T.
• THEATRICAL TRAILER
• SPECIAL OLYMPICS TV SPOT