E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
This poster represents E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial at the height of its cinemartic impact, capturing one of the most instantly recognisable images in cinema history. Released as part of the film’s original campaign, the glowing fingertip moment became a universal symbol of connection, wonder, and childhood imagination, transcending the film itself to define popular culture in the early 1980s. Few movie images have achieved the same level of emotional resonance, making this design a cornerstone of modern film iconography.
Designed by John Alvin under the direction of Steven Spielberg, the artwork’s minimalist power set against the vastness of space and the curve of the Earth, perfectly conveys the film’s themes of friendship, empathy, and belonging. More than a promotional piece, this poster stands as a lasting cultural artifact of the blockbuster era, emblematic of Spielberg’s influence and E.T.’s enduring legacy as one of the most beloved films ever made.
- Year: 1982
- Nationality: United States
- Condition: Folded-as-issued
- Type: Original One Sheet
- Size: 27 X 41 Inches
- Product Code: P1975
