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The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976)

Power, space, time and a visitor.

★ 6.5/10 TMDBR2h 19mScience FictionDramaFantasy
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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.

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The Man Who Fell to Earth Cast

  • David Bowie

    David Bowie

    as Thomas Jerome Newton

  • Rip Torn

    Rip Torn

    as Nathan Bryce

  • Candy Clark

    Candy Clark

    as Mary-Lou

  • Tony Mascia

    Tony Mascia

    as Arthur

  • Buck Henry

    Buck Henry

    as Oliver Farnsworth

  • Bernie Casey

    Bernie Casey

    as Peters

  • Adrienne La Russa

    Adrienne La Russa

    as Helen

  • Claudia Jennings

    Claudia Jennings

    as Peters' Wife (uncredited)

  • Rick Riccardo

    Rick Riccardo

    as Trevor

  • Jim Lovell

    Jim Lovell

    as James Lovell

  • H

    Hilary Holland

    as Jill

  • L

    Linda Hutton

    as Elaine

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The Man Who Fell to Earth is streaming on Lionsgate+ Amazon Channel, BFI Player Amazon Channel, Howdy Amazon Channel in the US.

When was The Man Who Fell to Earth released?

The Man Who Fell to Earth came out on March 18, 1976.

Is The Man Who Fell to Earth worth watching?

The Man Who Fell to Earth holds a 6.5/10 average from 633 TMDB user ratings. Viewers generally enjoy it, especially fans of the genre.

How long is The Man Who Fell to Earth?

The Man Who Fell to Earth runs 139 minutes (2h 19m).

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