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The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976)

Power, space, time and a visitor.

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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 David Bowie Thomas Jerome Newton
  • Rip Torn Rip Torn Nathan Bryce
  • Candy Clark Candy Clark Mary-Lou
  • Tony Mascia Tony Mascia Arthur
  • Buck Henry Buck Henry Oliver Farnsworth
  • Bernie Casey Bernie Casey Peters
  • Adrienne La Russa Adrienne La Russa Helen
  • Claudia Jennings Claudia Jennings Peters' Wife (uncredited)
  • Rick Riccardo Rick Riccardo Trevor
  • Jim Lovell Jim Lovell James Lovell
  • Hilary Holland Jill
  • Linda Hutton Elaine
  • Jackson D. Kane Professor Canutti
  • Lilybelle Crawford Jewelery Store Owner
  • Richard Breeding Receptionist
  • Albert Nelson Waiter
  • Peter Prouse Peters' Associate

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