The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976)

The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976)

Power, space, time and a visitor. 1976-03-18 United Kingdom 139 Min. PG-13
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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.

Cast

David Bowie is Thomas Jerome Newton
Thomas Jerome Newton
Rip Torn is Nathan Bryce
Nathan Bryce
Candy Clark is Mary-Lou
Mary-Lou
Tony Mascia is Arthur
Arthur
Buck Henry is Oliver Farnsworth
Oliver Farnsworth
Bernie Casey is Peters
Peters
Adrienne La Russa is Helen
Helen
Claudia Jennings is Peters' Wife
Peters' Wife
Rick Riccardo is Trevor
Trevor
Jim Lovell is James Lovell
James Lovell
Hilary Holland is Jill
Jill
Linda Hutton is Elaine
Elaine

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