The Man Who Fell to Earth
6.472
545 reviews
Sci-Fi/Drama
2h 19m
1976
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...
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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.
- DirectorNicolas Roeg
- Release18 March 1976
- Genre
- Duration2h 19m
- Budget$1,500,000
- Revenue?
- Rate6.472545 reviews
- Productions
British Lion Films, Houtsnede Maatschappij N.V., Cinema 5
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