Anytime Steven Spielberg releases a movie, it’s worth celebrating. One of the greatest filmmakers of all time has spent over 50 years wowing audiences with his unforgettable work, and we’re all incredibly lucky that he’s still doing it. In recent years, though, the man behind Jaws, Jurassic Park, and Raiders of the Lost Ark has kept things a little smaller. Made movies that were less epic. That changes this summer.
On June 12, the man who invented the summer blockbuster returns to the summer for the first time in a decade with Disclosure Day. Starring Emily Blunt and Josh O’Connor, it’s a look at what might happen not only if aliens were real, but the world knew about them and was covering it up. It’s a topic that’s as timely as ever and one that touches upon Spielberg’s entire filmography. E.T., Close Encounters, War of the Worlds—if you want a great alien movie, Steven Spielberg is your guy.
Ahead of its release, members of the press have been able to see Disclosure Day and now their reactions are out. Is this a Spielberg return to form? Another forgettable film? Let’s see.
I loved #DisclosureDay.
A dense roller coaster ride blending chase film, love story, & mystery, all wrapped in sci-fi wonder.
It's Spielberg's best film in 20 years, filled w/ all the magic that makes his films so special, plus an all-time character/performance by Emily Blunt. pic.twitter.com/cidIVruAtr
— Germain Lussier (@GermainLussier) May 27, 2026
#DisclosureDay is the weirdest movie Spielberg’s ever made (complimentary). Breathtaking compositions, David Koepp’s X-FILES-meets-The Bible script is one big high-wire act, Emily Blunt’s most accomplished performance, John Williams’ best score in years. Riveting, moving stuff. pic.twitter.com/HzncLRORLD
— Bill Bria (@billbria) May 27, 2026
Disclosure Day is ABSOLUTELY PHENOMENAL! Truly something special. I was hanging onto every word, captivated by the story as it all played out. The score perfectly elevates every single scene. Part mystery, part Twlight Zone, something new entirely. I shed a tear at the end. WOW. pic.twitter.com/w7UOEpOgmh
— Tessa Smith – Mama's Geeky (@MamasGeeky) May 27, 2026
I can't remember the last time I loved a Spielberg movie as much as #DisclosureDay — thrilling, funny, deeply emotional and impeccably acted (Emily Blunt, in particular, is astounding). Full of mystery and wonder, it proves that nobody does it quite like Spielberg. Just great.👽 pic.twitter.com/COlDCJlILZ
— Drew Taylor (@DrewTailored) May 27, 2026
I was really worried about DISCLOSURE DAY because no one I knew had seen an early screening of it & that was really unusual. Having now seen it, I am unclear why they were being so secretive and I’m still chewing on a lot of it but I will co-sign the rapturous Emily Blunt praise.
— Joanna Robinson (@jowrotethis) May 28, 2026
#DisclosureDay is like E.T. and LOST in one.
Steven Spielberg is all in on engaging mystery and some astounding bits of camera work. Emily Blunt is exhaustingly good, Colman Domingo stands out.
It’s a mysterious, tense thrill that largely gives what it promises. Good movie. pic.twitter.com/DaaBZnUkO8
— Brandon Davis (@BrandonDavisBD) May 28, 2026
Spielberg’s DISCLOSURE DAY is a hypnotic, captivating UFO thriller that completely disarms your soul. A bold screenplay by Koepp. Blunt & O’Connor form a magnetic & beautifully human couple. The best performances of both their careers. An astonishing masterpiece. You won’t blink! pic.twitter.com/rIsXYFtZAv
— Jairo Jiménez (@jairojimenez_) May 28, 2026
I regret to inform you that DISCLOSURE DAY is not the best Spielberg movie in 20 years or whatever people have been saying. But it is quite good. Beneath a mess of half-baked ideas and plotlines, the bones of classic Spielberg sci-fi are still strong enough to deliver a good romp
— Jake (@jacobkleinman) May 28, 2026
Hey, he’s talking about me!
In a shock to absolutely no one, Steven Spielberg has delivered another towering home run with #DisclosureDay.
I could go on and on about what I loved, but I was lucky enough to see the movie knowing almost nothing, and I strongly recommend you do the same. Stop watching the… pic.twitter.com/a0ZJU8miYw— Steven Weintraub (@colliderfrosty) May 27, 2026
DISCLOSURE DAY is top tier Spielberg, as exhilarating as RAIDERS but with the emotional texture & increased ambition of his post-9/11 work. Right from the opening Spielberg lays down the gauntlet and reminds you that he does this stuff better than anybody in the history of film. https://t.co/Q8ZAWAZE0J
— Jim Hemphill (@JimmyHemphill) May 27, 2026
#DisclosureDay is profound and deeply human with a stellar Williams score. Emotional and intelligent, it’s the perfect companion piece to E.T. and Close Encounters. Superb performances across the board but Emily Blunt is wondrous. @disclosureday is truly soul enriching Spielberg. pic.twitter.com/pzonBlj1ov
— Simon Thompson (@ShowbizSimon) May 28, 2026
It’s a small selection (so far), but that’s me right at the top of that list, and I’m so beyond happy to say that Disclosure Day is incredible. A true Steven Spielberg movie in every sense of the idea. He’s made several fantastic films in the last 20 years, but when considering my take, I went down Spielberg’s filmography, and it wasn’t until 2002’s Catch Me If You Can where I said, “Oh, yeah, that one I like better.”
You’ll have to wait until the review embargo drops in a few weeks for more details. But, to get a sense of why I and others feel that way, check out this brand-new trailer released on Wednesday. It shows a lot, but I think it’s still vague enough not to completely ruin the movie.
Co-starring Colin Firth, Eve Hewson, and Colman Domingo, featuring a new score by the incomparable John Williams, Disclosure Day opens June 12, and tickets are on sale now.
This post was edited after initial publication to add even more social media reactions.
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