How old is E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is 44 years old.

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial hit theaters on June 11, 1982. That's 44 years, 3 months and 16 days.

as of September 2026

It was the highest-grossing film ever until Jurassic Park.

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial turns 50 on June 11, 2032.

If you were born before June 11, 1982, you're older than E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.

Mind-bender: E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is closer in time to McDonald's first restaurant opening (1940) than to today.

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