Very much a vehicle for David Bowie, this is otherwise a rather derivative and unimaginative stor...
The Man Who Fell to Earth
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
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Status
Released
Release Date
Mar 18, 1976
Runtime
2h 18m
Genres
Science Fiction, Drama
User Score
64%
Original Title
The Man Who Fell to Earth
Production Companies
British Lion Films, Houtsnede Maatschappij N.V., Cinema 5
Director
Nicolas Roeg
Budget
$1,500,000
Description
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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