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The Man Who Fell to Earth

R

1976

139 minutes

Science FictionDrama

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.

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Top Cast

David Bowie headshot

David Bowie

Thomas Jerome Newton

Rip Torn headshot

Rip Torn

Nathan Bryce

Candy Clark headshot

Candy Clark

Mary-Lou

Tony Mascia headshot

Tony Mascia

Arthur

Buck Henry headshot

Buck Henry

Oliver Farnsworth

Bernie Casey headshot

Bernie Casey

Peters

Adrienne La Russa headshot

Adrienne La Russa

Helen

Claudia Jennings headshot

Claudia Jennings

Peters' Wife

Rick Riccardo headshot

Rick Riccardo

Trevor

Jim Lovell headshot

Jim Lovell

James Lovell

Hilary Holland headshot

Hilary Holland

Jill

Linda Hutton headshot

Linda Hutton

Elaine

Jackson D. Kane headshot

Jackson D. Kane

Professor Canutti

Lilybelle Crawford headshot

Lilybelle Crawford

Jewelery Store Owner

Richard Breeding headshot

Richard Breeding

Receptionist

Albert Nelson headshot

Albert Nelson

Waiter

Peter Prouse headshot

Peter Prouse

Peters' Associate