The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976)
"Power, space, time and a visitor."
Science Fiction
Drama
Fantasy
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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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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 (uncred...
Rick Riccardo
Trevor
Jim Lovell
James Lovell
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Hilary Holland
Jill
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Linda Hutton
Elaine
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Jackson D. Kane
Professor Canutti
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Lilybelle Crawford
Jewelery Store Owner
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Richard Breeding
Receptionist