Harry and the Hendersons, Spielberg’s Lost Alien Film, and the Birth of E.T. (Ep. 54)
Jim Hill and Eric Hersey go deep into the surprising history behindHarry and the Hendersons—including how a scrapped alien horror film calledNight Skiesultimately led toE.T.and Bigfoot comedy gold. From Oscars to animatronic controversies, this episode reveals the untold story behind one of Spielberg’s most fascinating creative pivots.
HowNight Skieswent from alien horror toE.T.
Rick Baker’s original designs for a much scarier alien crew
Why the Bigfoot suit inHarry and the Hendersonsalmost wasn’t eligible for an Oscar
John Lithgow’s role in reshaping the script (and the heart) of the film
The connection betweenPredator,Harry, and Universal Studios Hollywood
Why the movie’s emotional ending still holds up after 38 years
Also in this episode: a newWickedtrailer drop, Hagrid’s joins Express Pass, Rip Ride Rockit gets a closing date, and Halloween Horror Nights addsFalloutandFive Nights at Freddy’sto the mix.
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