IMDb
7.9 /10
472k votes


Adventure · Science Fiction · Family · 1982 · 1h 55min
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.
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Universal Pictures
Amblin EntertainmentAvailable in United States (data from JustWatch via TMDB · click → opens in provider)








IMDb
7.9 /10
472k votes
Rotten Tomatoes
The tomato isn't ripe
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TMDB
7.5 /10
12k votes
Letterboxd
7.7 /10
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Weighted average
7.7/10
2022 40th Anniversary IMAX Release