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The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976)

R 05/28/1976 (US) Science FictionDrama 2h 18m
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Power, space, time and a visitor.

Overview

Thomas Jerome Newton is an alien who has come to Earth in search of water to save his home planet. Aided by lawyer Oliver Farnsworth, Thomas uses his knowledge of advanced technology to create profitable inventions. While developing a method to transport water, Thomas meets Mary-Lou, a quiet hotel clerk, and begins to fall in love with her. Just as he is ready to leave Earth, Thomas is intercepted by the U.S. government, and his entire plan is threatened.

  1. Nicolas Roeg

    Director

  2. Walter Tevis

    Novel

  3. Paul Mayersberg

    Screenplay

Top Billed Cast

  1. David Bowie

    David Bowie

    Thomas Jerome Newton

  2. Rip Torn

    Rip Torn

    Nathan Bryce

  3. Candy Clark

    Candy Clark

    Mary-Lou

  4. Tony Mascia

    Tony Mascia

    Arthur

  5. Buck Henry

    Buck Henry

    Oliver Farnsworth

  6. Bernie Casey

    Bernie Casey

    Peters

  7. Adrienne La Russa

    Adrienne La Russa

    Helen

  8. Claudia Jennings

    Claudia Jennings

    Peters' Wife

  9. Rick Riccardo

    Rick Riccardo

    Trevor

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The Man Who Fell to Earth
The Man Who Fell to Earth

Status Released

Original Language English

Budget $1,500,000.00

Revenue -

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