The Man Who Fell to Earth

The Man Who Fell to Earth

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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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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

Rick Riccardo

Trevor

Jim Lovell

James Lovell

Hilary Holland

Jill

Linda Hutton

Elaine

Jackson D. Kane

Professor Canutti

Lilybelle Crawford

Jewelery Store Owner

Richard Breeding

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Release dateMar 18 1976

Runtime2 hours 19 minutes

Official siteVisit here

LanguageEnglish

Production companiesBritish Lion Films, Houtsnede Maatschappij N.V., Cinema 5

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