Henry Thomas

Henry Jackson Thomas (born September 9, 1971) is an American actor known for his diverse roles in film and television. He gained recognition as a child actor with his lead role in the iconic film E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial (1982), which earned him critical acclaim and numerous award nominations. Throughout his career, Thomas has showcased his talent in various genres, including dramas like Legends of the Fall (1994) and Gangs of New York (2002), and thrillers such as Fire in the Sky (1993) and Suicide Kings (1997). He has also made notable appearances in television, receiving a Golden Globe nomination for his role in Indictment: The McMartin Trial (1997). More recently, Thomas has collaborated with filmmaker Mike Flanagan on projects like The Haunting of Hill House (2018) and its follow-up series The Haunting of Bly Manor (2020), as well as films like Gerald's Game (2017) and Doctor Sleep (2019).