The Man Who Fell to Earth
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The Man Who Fell to Earth

Power, space, time and a visitor.

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.

Science Fiction
Drama
Fantasy

Why watch this

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 March 18, 1976

Quick facts

Language
en
Status
Released
Votes
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Seasons
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Top cast

The faces you are about to watch.

David Bowie

David Bowie

Thomas Jerome Newton

Rip Torn

Rip Torn

Nathan Bryce

Candy Clark

Candy Clark

Mary-Lou

Tony Mascia

Tony Mascia

Arthur

Buck Henry

Buck Henry

Oliver Farnsworth

Bernie Casey

Bernie Casey

Peters

Adrienne La Russa

Adrienne La Russa

Helen

Claudia Jennings

Claudia Jennings

Peters' Wife (uncredited)

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