Making The Grades...

The MPAA rated E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial (2002) PG for language and mild thematic elements.

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Overall: A
They say you can't teach an old alien new tricks, but Steven Spielberg figures a refreshed E.T. can still bring a whole new generation to theaters. A vibrant new soundtrack, enhanced visual effects, and even the removal of guns from government alien-snatchers, makes this E.T. friendlier for families.

Violence: A-
Characters chase alien. Characters take knives with them to investigate intruder. Character threatens siblings. Character falls in tub and is submerged. Characters briefly discuss poison. Character cuts his finger and it bleeds. Characters in cars pursue others on bikes on several occasions. Character is distressed by medical intervention. Characters become increasingly ill and one appears to die.

Sexual Content: A
None noted.

Language: B-
At least: 3 moderate and 2 mild profanities, 5 terms of Deity used as expletives, and some name-calling.

Alcohol / Drug Use: B
Character drinks beer and becomes intoxicated.

Miscellaneous:
Characters ride bikes without helmets. Character fakes illness, pretends to throw up. Rowdy behavior is shown on school bus. Extended scene includes discussion of frog dissection and attempts to kill frogs. Characters discuss the break-up of parent's marriage. Characters eavesdrop on house occupants. Under-aged character drives without license.

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