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.
Top Billed Cast
David Bowie
Thomas Jerome Newton
Rip Torn
Nathan Bryce
Candy Clark
Mary-Lou
Tony Mascia
Arthur
Buck Henry
Oliver Farnsworth
Featured Crew
Walter Tevis
Novel
Michael Deeley
Producer
Stomu Yamashta
Original Music Composer
Graeme Clifford
Editor
Brian Eatwell
Production Design
Barry Spikings
Producer
Nicolas Roeg
Director
Paul Mayersberg
Screenplay
May Routh
Costume Design
John Phillips
Original Music Composer
Si Litvinoff
Executive Producer
Anthony B. Richmond
Director of Photography
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