The Man Who Fell to Earth

Synopsis

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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When & where

Streaming on

• Criterion Channel↗
• BFI Player Amazon Channel↗

Top of the call sheet

• 
  David Bowie
  as Thomas Jerome Newton
• 
  Rip Torn
  as Nathan Bryce
• 
  Candy Clark
  as Mary-Lou
• 
  Tony Mascia
  as Arthur
• 
  Buck Henry
  as Oliver Farnsworth
• 
  Bernie Casey
  as Peters

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