THE MAN WHO FELL TO EARTH (1976)

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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
Tony Mascia
Arthur
Buck Henry
Oliver Farnsworth
Bernie Casey
Peters
Adrienne La Russa
Helen
Claudia Jennings
Peters' Wife
Rick Riccardo
Trevor
Jim Lovell
James Lovell
Hilary Holland
Jill
Linda Hutton
Elaine
Jackson D. Kane
Professor Canutti
Lilybelle Crawford
Jewelery Store Owner
Richard Breeding
Receptionist
Albert Nelson
Waiter
Peter Prouse
Peters' Associate
Crew
Nicolas Roeg
Director
Walter Tevis
Novel
Paul Mayersberg
Screenplay
John Phillips
Original Music Composer
Stomu Yamashta
Original Music Composer
Anthony B. Richmond
Director of Photography
Michael Deeley
Producer
Barry Spikings
Producer
Si Litvinoff
Executive Producer