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Spielberg's Alien Films: A Cosmic Journey
8 Feb
Summary
- Spielberg's alien films span from Close Encounters to E.T. and War of the Worlds.
- E.T. was once the highest-grossing film of all time.
- A new Spielberg alien movie, Disclosure Day, is set for 2026.
Steven Spielberg has consistently explored the theme of alien encounters throughout his distinguished career. Early in his filmmaking journey, he delivered two seminal works: 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind' in 1977 and 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial' in 1982. 'Close Encounters' captivated audiences with its personal narrative and iconic imagery, becoming a major box office success.
Five years after 'Close Encounters,' Spielberg redefined cinematic success with 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial.' The film was a cultural phenomenon, achieving the title of the highest-grossing movie of all time and holding the record for over a decade. Its impact extended beyond the box office, significantly boosting products like Reese's Pieces.
Spielberg revisited alien themes later with 'War of the Worlds' in 2005, a box office hit that, despite differing from the 1953 adaptation, retains a timeless quality. He even incorporated alien elements into 'Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull' in 2008, though this entry is widely considered the weakest in the franchise.
