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 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.
E.T. director Steven Spielberg had to fight hard to prevent sequel
Steven Spielberg has revealed that he had to fight hard to prevent a sequel being green lit for his iconic 1982 film E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. And according to the legendary director, his experiences clashing with studio bosses over another film featuring the lovable alien eventually gave him more rights for future projects.
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 Recalls Fight to Prevent E.T. Sequel
Steven Spielberg is one of the most legendary directors, but he didn’t always have that clout. In a recent interview, he opened up about the hard-fought victory he earned by making sure no sequel to E.
Steven Spielberg "Flirted with" Visiting E.T.'s Home Planet in Unmade Sequel
When the film (now available to own from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment) ended up being a massive success upon its release in the summer of 1982, however, director Steven Spielberg briefly considered making a second movie called E.
Steven Spielberg Changed His Mind on Making An ‘E.T.’ Sequel
Spielberg explained, “I just did not want to make a sequel. I flirted with it for a little bit – just a little bit to see if I [could] think of a story – and the only thing
Steven Spielberg Explains Why E.T. Never Got a Sequel
Spielberg reveals how he fought to prevent an E.T. sequel, securing creative control and protecting the film’s legacy.
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 ...
Steven Spielberg remembers 6-year-old Drew Barrymore was an improv pro on set of ‘E.T.’
Even at six years old, Drew Barrymore had a lot to say. Director Steven Spielberg opened up about working with Barrymore on ...
How Drew Barrymore Impacted Steven Spielberg's Major Life Decision
The critically acclaimed movie director recently mentioned the meaningful way Drew Barrymore changed his life.
Steven Spielberg Says 6-Year-Old Drew Barrymore Was ‘Irrepressible’ on “E.T.” Set — and Made Up ‘a Lot’ of Her Own Dialogue
Barrymore said that it was only in her adulthood that she felt 'honored' by how many of her ideas made it in the movie ...
Steven Spielberg Honors David Lynch as Hollywood Mourns a Film Icon: ‘The World Is Going to Miss Such an Original and Unique Voice’
Steven Spielberg, Ron Howard and more have paid tribute to David Lynch, the 'Twin Peaks' and 'Blue Velvet' director who died ...
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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 ...
Why Steven Soderbergh’s Appreciation for Steven Spielberg Has Only Grown Stronger
Soderbergh talks about writing a book about how to direct movies via Spielberg's 'Jaws' and remastering his entire film ...
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Steven Spielberg shares rare detail about Drew Barrymore filming ‘E.T.’
Steven Spielberg was in awe of a young Drew Barrymore’s energy as he recalled filming of E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial back in ...