Parent Reviews of E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial

Movie PG 1982 115 minutes
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Parents Say

age 8+

Based on 90 parent reviews

Parents say that while the film is considered a classic, many express concern about the strong language, smoking, and drinking depicted, which they feel are inappropriate for younger viewers, particularly those under 10. Despite the mixed reviews on its suitability for children, the emotional depth, themes of friendship, and nostalgic appeal resonate well with many families who remember it fondly from their childhoods.

  • strong language
  • not for young kids
  • emotional depth
  • nostalgic classic
  • parenting discussions
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