Jim Hill and Eric Hersey go deep into the surprising history behind Harry and the Hendersons—including how a scrapped alien horror film called Night Skies ultimately led to E.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.



How Night Skies went from alien horror to E.T.




Rick Baker’s original designs for a much scarier alien crew




Why the Bigfoot suit in Harry and the Hendersons almost wasn’t eligible for an Oscar




John Lithgow’s role in reshaping the script (and the heart) of the film




The connection between Predator, Harry, and Universal Studios Hollywood




Why the movie’s emotional ending still holds up after 38 years




Also in this episode: a new Wicked trailer drop, Hagrid’s joins Express Pass, Rip Ride Rockit gets a closing date, and Halloween Horror Nights adds Fallout and Five Nights at Freddy’s to the mix.

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