Greatest Movie Posters of All Time - E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) or Alien (1979)

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E.T. THE EXTRA-TERRESTRIAL (1982)

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ALIEN (1979)
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Why This Battle Matters

Imagine a universe where the eerie silence of deep space clashes with the heartwarming glow of a suburban night. That's what you get in the epic showdown between Alien (1979) and E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) in our Greatest Movie Posters of All Time league. Alien, with its iconic promise of cosmic horror, 'In space no one can hear you scream,' offers a stark contrast to E.T.'s inviting 'He is afraid. He is alone. He is three million light years from home.' What's at stake? More than bragging rights; it's a battle for cultural supremacy. Will you stand with spine-chilling suspense or embrace the comfort of celestial friendship? Your choice casts the deciding star in this celestial saga.

Alien (1979) vs. E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)

🔥 Fan Takes

lol, E.T.'s poster with the bike? c'mon, Alien is literally chilling. no contest fr.
Just can't decide... Alien is so intense but E.T. is pure nostalgia 😭
Alien's poster is hands down iconic, the vibe is unmatched. E.T. feels too soft tbh.

How Fans Are Voting

In this battle:

Fans currently prefer E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) over Alien (1979) when it comes to the greatest Movie Posters of all time. In head-to-head matchups, fans pick E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) 65.0% of the time over Alien (1979).

Across all battles:

E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982) win rate: 54.9%

Alien (1979) win rate: 22.8%

Fan FAQs

Why do fans love the poster of Alien?

Fans are drawn to the Alien poster for its hauntingly mysterious aura. The tagline 'In space no one can hear you scream' combined with that eerie egg sets a chilling tone that perfectly captures the movie's suspense and horror.

Why is the matchup between Alien and E.T.'s posters a big deal in the Greatest Movie Posters of All Time league?

The clash between Alien and E.T.'s posters is a head-turner because they represent two dramatically different tones in sci-fi: the terror of the unknown versus the wonder of friendship. This stirs up a lot of passion in the fanbase since both are so iconic and evoke strong feelings.

Who is leading the fan votes: Alien or E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial?

Right now, E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial is leading the vote! Fans seem to resonate more with its iconic, heartwarming imagery than the more chilling vibe of Alien's poster. There's something about that character reaching out that tugs on the heartstrings.