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The Man Who Fell to Earth

1976 • 2h19m Science Fiction, Drama

Rating

6.4/10

Popularity

2

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.

Details

Director

Nicolas Roeg

Screenplay

Paul Mayersberg

Cast

David Bowie

Rip Torn

Candy Clark

Release date

3/18/1976

Status

Released

Budget

$1,500,000

Origin country

GB

Vote count

573