E.T. is Coming to Blu-ray! With Guns, Not Walkie-Talkies!

Yep! Spielberg’s classic 1982 film E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial is finally coming to Blu-ray in October (no exact date has been given yet), and as you can see in the trailer below, the cops have guns again!

Here’s what the trailer doesn’t tell you. Extras for the new Blu-ray include:

The E.T. Journals: In this all-new bonus feature, retrace the day-to-day experience of creating E.T from never-before-seen, behind-the-scenes footage shot by Academy Award®-winning cinematographer John Toll. This piece will give viewers a unique feeling of being on the set and living the excitement of what it was like to make E.T.

Steven Spielberg & E.T.: Watch an all-new interview with Steven Spielberg, as he reflects back on the film and discusses his experience working with the actors, as well as his overall and current perspective on E.T.

Deleted Scenes: Two scenes from 2002 version of the film.

A Look Back: A special insider’s look into the making of E.T. featuring interviews with Steven Spielberg, the cast, and others intimately involved with the film.

The E.T. Reunion: The cast and filmmaker reunite to discuss their thoughts on the impact of the film.

The Evolution and Creation of E.T.: From idea to screenplay, through casting and making the film.

The Music of E.T.: A Discussion with John Williams: Interviews and footage focused on the long-standing relationship between John Williams and Steven Spielberg.

The 20th Anniversary Premiere: Composer John Williams played the score of E.T. live at the Shrine Auditorium for the re-release premiere of E.T. This featurette gives us a behind the scenes look at this presentation.

Original Theatrical Trailer

Special Olympics TV spot

Designs, Photographs and Marketing – E.T. Designs by Production Illustrator Ed Verreaux, E.T. Designs by Carlo Rambaldi, Spaceship Designs by Ralph McQuarrie, Designs by Production Illustrator Ed Verreaux, Production Photographs, Marketing E.T.

…plus UltraViolet, a digital copy compatible with iOS and Android devices, pocket BLU app support, and BD Live content.

The set isn’t available for pre-order yet, but you can sign up at Amazon to be notified when it is.

• E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial (Blu-ray + DVD + Digital Copy + UltraViolet)
• List Price: $29.98
• Price: $11.50
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