An alien is left behind on Earth and saved by the 10-year-old Elliott who decides to keep him hidden in his home. While a task force hunts for the extra-terrestrial, Elliott, his brother, and his little sister Gertie form an emotional bond with their new friend, and try to help him find his way home.
Editor's Verdict
"E.T. features a significant Christmas setting and strong iconography (especially the famous bike flying scene against the moon during the holidays), which strongly influences the emotional tone. However, the core plot—a stranded alien needing to go home—is inherently science fiction, not inherently Christmas-themed. The Christmas elements provide context and emotional heightening, placing it firmly in the 'Christmas-adjacent' category."
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