The Man Who Fell to Earth
6.473
1976-03-18
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.
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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.
Released
1976-03-18
Runtime
139
Director
Nicolas Roeg
Budget
$1500000
Revenue
$0
Genres
Science Fiction
Drama
Language
English
Production
British Lion Films
Houtsnede Maatschappij N.V.
Cinema 5
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David Bowie
David Bowie
Rip Torn
Rip Torn
Candy Clark
Candy Clark
Tony Mascia
Tony Mascia
Buck Henry
Buck Henry
Bernie Casey
Bernie Casey
Adrienne La Russa
Adrienne La Russa
Claudia Jennings
Claudia Jennings
Rick Riccardo
Rick Riccardo
Jim Lovell
Jim Lovell
Hilary Holland
Hilary HollandLinda Hutton
Linda HuttonJackson D. Kane
Jackson D. KaneLilybelle Crawford
Lilybelle CrawfordRichard Breeding
Richard BreedingAlbert Nelson
Albert NelsonPeter Prouse
Peter Prouse