Movies like Mac and Me

Steven Spielberg's classic tale of an alien stranded on Earth and his relationship with a young boy stands as an iconic cornerstone of sci-fi family films. E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial's heartwarming narrative and emotional depth make it a must-watch for fans of Mac and Me, as it shares similar themes of friendship across species and a child's wonder at the unknown.

Cocoon intertwines the lives of a group of elderly friends with that of benevolent aliens. The movie offers a tender and magical approach to the science fiction genre, just like Mac and Me, but with a unique perspective on youth and age.

While not about aliens, Short Circuit is about another unlikely non-human companion: an adorable, sentient robot named Johnny 5. The friendship and shenanigans that ensue will resonate with fans of Mac and Me who love stories about forming connections with otherworldly characters.

This 1986 sci-fi adventure involves a young boy who is taken eight years into the future by an alien ship. Much like Mac and Me, Flight of the Navigator combines the wonder of space exploration with close bonds forged between children and extraterrestrial beings.

The Last Starfighter captures the adventure of a teenager recruited by an alien defense force to fight in an interstellar war. This 1984 classic shares the same 80s fantasy charm as Mac and Me, complete with extraterrestrial escapades and earthbound drama.

Explorers is a fun-filled tale of young boys building their own spaceship to fulfill their dreams of space travel. It evokes a similar sense of curiosity and adventurous spirit seen in Mac and Me, with young protagonists taking the lead in an otherworldly adventure.

Following the accidental launch into space of a group of kids attending a summer space camp, SpaceCamp combines the excitement of space exploration with youthful energy. Fans of Mac and Me will appreciate the shared themes of kids and teens thrust into extraordinary circumstances involving space.