Real Reason Steven Spielberg Blocked the ET Sequel That’d Have Taken Us To Its Home Planet: “I flirted with it for a little bit”
E.T. never had a sequel, despite having all the right ingredients, and the studio’s desperation, thanks to Steven Spielberg's firm decision.
Steven Spielberg reveals he fought studio hard to stop them from making ET sequel: 'I didn't have any rights'
Director Steven Spielberg recently shared how he prevented a sequel to his iconic 1982 film ET: The Extra-Terrestrial, calling it a “hard-fought victory”.
Steven Spielberg Recalls “Hard-Fought Victory” to Stop ‘E.T.’ Sequel: “I Didn’t Have Any Rights”
The director spoke about the 1982 blockbuster alongside star Drew Barrymore as part of a TCM Classic Film Festival: New York Pop-Up  x  92NY conversation on Saturday.
“I lobbied for it very, very hard”: Steven Spielberg’s First Movie Before Jaws and ET Was a Real Trial by Fire
Prior to defining blockbusters in the '70s, Steven Spielberg was hellbent on landing one project, which would prove to be his first official movie.
Steven Spielberg reveals blocking ET sequel was a ‘hard-fought victory’
Steven Spielberg reveals blocking ET sequel was a ‘hard-fought victory’ - The Oscar-winning director says he has ‘no intention’ of ever making a follow-up to his beloved 1982 film
Steven Spielberg's 'ET' Sequel Showdown: Behind the Decision to Leave a Classic Untouched
Director Steven Spielberg resisted creating a sequel to his iconic 1982 film 'ET the Extra-Terrestrial'. Despite lacking initial rights, his conviction ultimately protected the story's legacy. Reflecting on collaboration with Drew Barrymore,
Steven Spielberg Says Scrapped ‘E.T.’ Sequel Idea Was Set on Alien’s Home Planet
Had there been an “E.T” sequel, Steven Spielberg would have had the titular alien not just phone home, but go home. In the end, Spielberg had no desire to direct a follow-up to his iconic 1982 film — and he had just enough sway to put his foot down.
Steven Spielberg Recalls ‘Hard-Fought Victory’ To Prevent An E.T. Sequel, But I Still Dig The Idea He ‘Flirted With’ Early On
Director Steven Spielberg shares his ‘hard-fought victory’ to not have a sequel to his classic E.T.. And while I agree why it was better to not have one, the idea he had was still kind of cool. That was a real hard-fought victory because I didn’t have any rights.
Director Steven Spielberg said he fought to stop ET sequel
Steven Spielberg fought to stop a sequel to ET the Extra-Terrestrial from being made.
Steven Spielberg ‘Flirted' With Making an ‘E.T.' Sequel and Then Fought Against the Studio Wanting One: ‘That Was a Real Hard-Fought Victory'
Steven Spielberg recently reunited with his “E.T.” actor Drew Barrymore at the TCM Classic Film Festival: New York Pop-Up x 92NY (via Total Film) and revealed that he once “flirted” with the idea of making a sequel to “E.
Steven Spielberg reveals why there will never be an ‘E.T.’ sequel
Steven Spielberg and Drew Barrymore sat down for a lookback at their iconic film “E.T.” and the legendary director revealed why there will never be a sequel on his watch.
The one movie Steven Spielberg was glad he didn’t have to make: “I didn’t have any rights”
Steven Spielberg is responsible for several of Hollywood's most iconic movies, but he once fought hard for the opportunity ...
Steven Spielberg remembers 6-year-old Drew Barrymore was an improv pro on set of ‘E.T.’
Director Steven Spielberg opened up about working with Barrymore on the 1982 classic “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial” during a ...
Steven Spielberg said Drew Barrymore made him want to be a parent. She calls the 'E.T.' director a 'father figure.'
Drew Barrymore said on "The Late Show with Stephen Colbert" that she was Steven Spielberg's "training wheels" before the ...