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… Read more
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The Man Who Fell to Earth
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Movie · Science Fiction · Drama · R
1976 · 2h 19m · ★ 50% (91K)
Power, space, time and a visitor.
Director: Nicolas Roeg
Starring: David Bowie, Rip Torn, Candy Clark
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
Production
British Lion Films, Houtsnede Maatschappij
Cast
David Bowie, Rip Torn, Candy Clark, Tony Mascia, Buck Henry, Bernie Casey, Adrienne La Russa, Claudia Jennings, Rick Riccardo, Jim Lovell, Hilary Holland, Linda Hutton, Jackson D. Kane, Lilybelle Crawford, Richard Breeding, Albert Nelson, Peter Prouse