'E.T.' returns to theaters for 30th anniversary

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A still from footage of 'E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial' shows character Gertie, played by a young Drew Barrymore (left), screaming as she first encounters an alien named E.T. (center) as introduced by her brother Elliot, played by Henry Thomas (right). (Courtesy of Universal Pictures)

September 4, 2012 12:00:00 AM PDT

LOS ANGELES --

Three decades after its release, "E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial" is returning to a theater near you.

The classic film is back on the big screen as part of the movie's 30th anniversary. It's a one-night only event on Wednesday, Oct. 3.

Several theaters in the Los Angeles-area are taking part in the celebration. Tickets go on sale this Friday.

The movie has been re-mastered and it will also include an interview with Drew Barrymore about what the movie means to her 30 years later.