The Man Who Fell to Earth(1976)
“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.
Director
Nicolas Roeg
Studio
British Lion Films
Budget
$2M
Cast
David Bowie
as Thomas Jerome Newton
Rip Torn
as Nathan Bryce
Candy Clark
as Mary-Lou
Tony Mascia
as Arthur
Buck Henry
as Oliver Farnsworth
Bernie Casey
as Peters
Adrienne La Russa
as Helen
Claudia Jennings
as Peters' Wife (uncredited)
Rick Riccardo
as Trevor
Jim Lovell
as James Lovell
Hilary Holland
as Jill
Linda Hutton
as Elaine
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Movie Facts
Release Year
1976
Runtime
2h 19m
Language
English
Rating
6.5 / 10
Budget
$2M
Production Companies
British Lion Films • Houtsnede Maatschappij
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Where can I watch The Man Who Fell to Earth?▼
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What is The Man Who Fell to Earth about?▼
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.
Who directed The Man Who Fell to Earth?▼
The Man Who Fell to Earth was directed by Nicolas Roeg and released in 1976. It is a science fiction, drama, fantasy film.
How long is The Man Who Fell to Earth?▼
The Man Who Fell to Earth has a runtime of 2 hours and 19 minutes (139 minutes total).
Who stars in The Man Who Fell to Earth?▼
The cast of The Man Who Fell to Earth includes David Bowie as Thomas Jerome Newton, Rip Torn as Nathan Bryce, Candy Clark as Mary-Lou, Tony Mascia as Arthur, Buck Henry as Oliver Farnsworth and more.
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