Dee WallaceDee Wallace (born 14 December 1948) is an American actress and comedienne. She is perhaps best known for her roles in several popular films. These include the starring role as Elliot's mother in the Steven Spielberg film E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), her most widely seen role. She also played kFilmographyStream (2024)King on Screen (2022)Beyond the Sky (2018)Just Add Magic (2015)Grand Piano (2013)The Lords of Salem (2012)The House of the Devil (2009)The Plague (2006)The Frighteners (1996)Popcorn (1991)The New Lassie (1989)Critters (1986)Secret Admirer (1985)Cujo (1983)E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982)The Howling (1981)10 (1979)The Hills Have Eyes (1977)