About The Man Who Fell to Earth
- Released on March 18, 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 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.
Full Cast of The Man Who Fell to Earth
David Bowie plays Thomas Jerome Newton
Rip Torn plays Nathan Bryce
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Candy Clark plays Mary-Lou
Tony Mascia plays Arthur
Buck Henry plays Oliver Farnsworth
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Bernie Casey plays Peters
Adrienne La Russa plays Helen
Claudia Jennings plays Peters' Wife
Rick Riccardo plays Trevor
Jim Lovell plays Self (Commander of Apollo 13) (as Captain James Lovell)
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