THE actor who famously played Elliott in the iconic film “E.T.” was arrested in Oregon, the United States, this week for driving under the influence (DUI).

TMZ reported that Henry Thomas, who was 10 years old when he starred in the movie, was booked by Tualatin city police officers after he was found asleep at the wheel in the middle of an intersection.

According to the report, a fellow motorist alerted authorities to the stopped car. Officers had to wake Thomas up. The actor, now 48, was eventually booked into the Washington County Jail on suspicion of DUI, although neither he nor his car smelled of booze. However, police claim he was showing other signs of intoxication.

Jail records show that Thomas has since been released from custody.

While Thomas is most prominently known for his role in “E.T.,” he has an impressive film and TV resume, having had roles in “Gangs of New York” and “Legends of the Fall,” among others. He most recently starred in Netflix’s “The Haunting of Hill House.” (SD-Agencies)