The Man Who Fell to Earth

The Man Who Fell to Earth

6.5 | 1976-03-18 | Science Fiction Drama

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.

Featured Crew

Si Litvinoff Executive Producer
Anthony B. Richmond Director of Photography
Graeme Clifford Editor
Nicolas Roeg Director
Walter Tevis Novel
Brian Eatwell Production Design
Paul Mayersberg Screenplay
John Phillips Original Music Composer
Barry Spikings Producer
Michael Deeley Producer

Cast

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
Claudia Jennings
Claudia Jennings
Peters' Wife
Jim Lovell
Jim Lovell
James Lovell

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