The Man Who Fell to Earth poster

The Man Who Fell to Earth

19762h 19mScience Fiction · Drama · Fantasy
directed by Nicolas Roeg

“Power, space, time and a visitor.”

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6.5 / 10
604 votes
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6.6 / 10
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81 / 100
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79%

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Synopsis

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·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