THE MAN WHO FELL TO EARTH (1976)

The Man Who Fell to Earth
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The Man Who Fell to Earth
Power, space, time and a visitor.
Science Fiction, Drama
March 18, 1976
English
2h 19m
United States, England
British Lion Films
$1,500,000

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.

Cast & Characters

David Bowie

Thomas Jerome Newton

Rip Torn

Nathan Bryce

Candy Clark

Mary-Lou

Buck Henry

Oliver Farnsworth

Claudia Jennings

Peters' Wife

Jim Lovell

James Lovell

Jackson D. Kane

Professor Canutti

Lilybelle Crawford

Jewelery Store Owner

Richard Breeding

Receptionist

Peter Prouse

Peters' Associate

Crew

Nicolas Roeg

Director

Paul Mayersberg

Screenplay

John Phillips

Original Music Composer

Stomu Yamashta

Original Music Composer

Anthony B. Richmond

Director of Photography

Si Litvinoff

Executive Producer

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