Storyline
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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Cast & Crew
David Bowie
Thomas Jerome Newton
Rip Torn
Nathan Bryce
Candy Clark
Mary-Lou
Tony Mascia
Arthur
Buck Henry
Oliver Farnsworth
Bernie Casey
Peters
Adrienne La Russa
Helen
Claudia Jennings
Peters' Wife (uncredited)
Rick Riccardo
Trevor
Jim Lovell
James Lovell
Hilary Holland
Jill
Linda Hutton
Elaine
Frequently Asked Questions
The Man Who Fell to Earth was released on March 18, 1976.
The runtime of The Man Who Fell to Earth is 2h 19m.
The Man Who Fell to Earth is a Science Fiction, Drama, Fantasy movie.
The Man Who Fell to Earth has a rating of 6.5 out of 10 on TMDB.
The Man Who Fell to Earth is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
The Man Who Fell to Earth was directed by Nicolas Roeg.
The main cast of The Man Who Fell to Earth includes David Bowie, Rip Torn, Candy Clark.
The Man Who Fell to Earth is originally in English.