
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.
The Man Who Fell to Earth
March 18, 1976
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Cast (17)

David Bowie
Thomas Jerome Newton

Rip Torn
Nathan Bryce

Candy Clark
Mary-Lou

Tony Mascia
Arthur

Buck Henry
Oliver Farnsworth

Bernie Casey
Peters

Adrienne La Russa
Helen

Claudia Jennings
Peters' Wife

Rick Riccardo
Trevor

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
Crew (32)
Directing

Nicolas Roeg
Director

Michael Stevenson
Second Assistant Director

Kip Gowans
Assistant Director

Susanna Merry
Continuity
Writing

Paul Mayersberg
Screenplay

Walter Tevis
Novel
Production

Michael Deeley
Producer

Roy Stevens
Production Manager

John Peverall
Associate Producer

Si Litvinoff
Executive Producer

Ronald Cook
Production Accountant

Marilyn Clarke
Production Coordinator

Barry Spikings
Producer
Sound

Michael Ellis
Sound Editor

Stomu Yamashta
Original Music Composer

John Phillips
Original Music Composer

Terry Sharratt
Boom Operator

Robin Gregory
Sound Recordist
Art
Camera

Anthony B. Richmond
Director of Photography

Gordon Hayman
Camera Operator

Chuck White
Still Photographer
Costume & Make-Up
Crew
Editing

Graeme Clifford
Editor
Lighting

Martin Evans
Gaffer