E.T. might not be a traditional Christmas film, but it is a classic that has stood the test of time. Directed by Steven Spielberg in 1982, the movie stars Henry Thomas as Elliott, a young boy who befriends a friendly alien, E.T., who has crash-landed on Earth. The heartwarming story follows their bond as Elliott helps E.T. return to his home planet, with Drew Barrymore making one of her earliest appearances in the film.
For those looking to watch E.T. this Christmas, there are various streaming options available in both the UK and the US. In the UK, the movie can be streamed on Apple TV+ for £8.99 per month with a seven-day free trial for new subscribers. Sky Cinema also offers E.T. starting at £25 per month for a Sky Stream bundle or £10 per month as an add-on to an existing plan.
Alternatively, viewers in the UK can opt for a Now Cinema subscription starting at £6.99 per month or £13.99 per month when combined with Entertainment, with a commitment of at least six months. Additional Now Boost options are available for an extra monthly fee.
In the US, E.T. is also available on Apple TV+ with a $9.99 per month subscription fee and a seven-day free trial for new customers. Additionally, the movie can be found on the Starz channel within Amazon Prime Video with a seven-day free trial before the $10.99 monthly fee applies.
For those who prefer to rent or buy E.T., there are options available in both regions. In the UK, renting the movie costs around £3.49 from platforms like Amazon, Microsoft, Apple TV, and Sky Store. Purchasing the digital version is priced at £8.39 from Amazon or £9.99 from Microsoft. In the US, rental prices range from $3.79 to $3.99, while purchasing the digital version is $14.99.
Physical copies of E.T. are also available for purchase, with the DVD priced at £4.99 in the UK and $5 in the US on Amazon. The Blu-ray version is priced at £7.85 in the UK and $9.99 in the US.
For those interested in DVD rental services, Cinema Paradiso in the UK offers a 14-day free trial on all available plans, starting at £15.99 or £29.99 per month after the trial period. In the US, Cafe DVD offers plans starting at $9.99 per month with no free trial option.
Whether you choose to stream, rent, or purchase E.T. this Christmas, it is sure to bring joy and nostalgia to viewers of all ages.
