The Man Who Fell to Earth

The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976)

Power, space, time and a visitor.

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.

Date of release
1976-03-18
TMDB
6.5 / 10 (632)
Runtime
2h 19m
Genres
Science Fiction, Drama, Fantasy
Director
Nicolas Roeg

Casting

  • David Bowie — Thomas Jerome Newton
  • Rip Torn — Nathan Bryce
  • Candy Clark — Mary-Lou
  • Tony Mascia — Arthur
  • Buck Henry — Oliver Farnsworth
  • Bernie Casey — Peters
  • Adrienne La Russa — Helen
  • Claudia Jennings — Peters' Wife (uncredited)
  • Rick Riccardo — Trevor
  • Jim Lovell — James Lovell
  • Hilary Holland — Jill
  • Linda Hutton — Elaine

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