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Power, space, time and a visitor. - The Man Who Fell to Earth
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Title: The Man Who Fell to Earth

Release Date: 18 Mar 1976

Runtime: 2h 19m

Genre: Science Fiction, Drama

Director: British Lion Films, Houtsnede Maatschappij N.V., Cinema 5

Production Companies: British Lion Films, Houtsnede Maatschappij N.V., Cinema 5

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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Average Vote: 6.455 (528 votes)

Cast

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