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The Man Who Fell to Earth

Science Fiction | Drama

6.5

Release Date

March 18, 1976

Duration

139 min

Status

Released

Language

en

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.

Casts

David Bowie

Thomas Jerome Newton

David Bowie

Rip Torn

Nathan Bryce

Rip Torn

Candy Clark

Mary-Lou

Candy Clark

Tony Mascia

Arthur

Tony Mascia

Buck Henry

Oliver Farnsworth

Buck Henry

Bernie Casey

Peters

Bernie Casey

Adrienne La Russa

Helen

Adrienne La Russa

Claudia Jennings

Peters' Wife

Claudia Jennings

Rick Riccardo

Trevor

Rick Riccardo

Jim Lovell

James Lovell

Jim Lovell

Hilary Holland

Jill

Hilary Holland

Linda Hutton

Elaine

Linda Hutton

Jackson D. Kane

Professor Canutti

Jackson D. Kane

Lilybelle Crawford

Jewelery Store Owner

Lilybelle Crawford

Richard Breeding

Receptionist

Richard Breeding

Albert Nelson

Waiter

Albert Nelson

Peter Prouse

Peters' Associate

Peter Prouse

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