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The Man Who Fell to Earth

The Man Who Fell to Earth

1976 · Movies · 2h 19m · Drama, Science Fiction
bittersweet
Satisfying closure

How it ends

Adam leaves Earth to return to his home planet after realizing he doesn't belong.

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Overview

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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Cast & Crew

Cast

Rip Torn

Rip Torn

Nathan Bryce

Candy Clark

Candy Clark

Mary-Lou

Tony Mascia

Tony Mascia

Arthur

Buck Henry

Buck Henry

Oliver Farnsworth

Bernie Casey

Bernie Casey

Peters

Adrienne La Russa

Adrienne La Russa

Helen

Claudia Jennings

Claudia Jennings

Peters' Wife (uncredited)

Rick Riccardo

Rick Riccardo

Trevor

Crew

Nicolas Roeg

Nicolas Roeg

Director

Paul Mayersberg

Screenplay

Michael Deeley

Producer

Barry Spikings

Barry Spikings

Producer