E.T. may not be your typical Christmas movie, but it has become a timeless classic that is perfect for the holiday season. Starring Henry Thomas as Elliott, a young boy who befriends a friendly alien that crash-landed on Earth, the film follows their heartwarming journey as Elliott helps E.T. return to his home planet. Directed by the legendary Steven Spielberg in 1982, the movie also features a young Drew Barrymore in one of her earliest roles.
For those looking to watch E.T. this Christmas, there are various options available for streaming, renting, or buying the movie. In the UK, viewers can stream E.T. on Apple TV+ for £8.99 per month, with a seven-day free trial available for new subscribers. Sky Cinema also offers the film as part of their streaming service, starting at £25 per month for a Sky Stream bundle or £10 per month as an add-on to an existing plan. Alternatively, a Now Cinema subscription is a convenient option, starting at £6.99 per month or £13.99 per month when combined with Entertainment.
In the US, E.T. is also available on Apple TV+ with a monthly subscription fee of $9.99, along with a seven-day free trial for new customers. The movie can also be found on the Starz channel within Amazon Prime Video, with a seven-day free trial before the $10.99 monthly fee kicks in. For those who prefer to rent or purchase the movie, options are available on various platforms such as Amazon, Microsoft, Apple TV, and Sky Store in the UK, and YouTube, Amazon, Apple TV, Fandango, and Microsoft in the US.
If physical media is more your style, E.T. is available on DVD and Blu-ray on platforms like Amazon for a reasonable price. For those who enjoy renting DVDs, services like Cinema Paradiso in the UK and Cafe DVD in the US offer subscription plans with a free trial period.
Whether you choose to stream, rent, or buy E.T. this Christmas, the heartwarming tale of friendship and adventure is sure to captivate audiences of all ages. So gather your loved ones, grab some popcorn, and enjoy this timeless classic during the festive season.
