The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976)

03/18/1976 (GB) • 2h 19m

Science Fiction, Drama

Power, space, time and a visitor.

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.

Top Billed Cast

David Bowie

Thomas Jerome Newton

Rip Torn

Nathan Bryce

Candy Clark

Mary-Lou

Buck Henry

Oliver Farnsworth

Claudia Jennings

Peters' Wife


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Status

Released

Original Language

English

Budget

$1,500,000.00

Revenue

-

Keywords

based on novel or book

extraterrestrial technology

dystopia

alien life-form

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