The Man Who Fell to Earth [991] Released: 1976-03-18 Revenue: $0 Budget: $1,500,000 Profit: $-1,500,000 Runtime: 139 mins Popularity: 2.4603 Vote Average: 6.5 Vote Count: 546 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. Cast [17] David BowieThomas Jerome Ne Rip TornNathan Bryce Candy ClarkMary-Lou Tony MasciaArthur Buck HenryOliver Farnswort Bernie CaseyPeters Adrienne La RussaHelen Claudia JenningsPeters' Wife Rick RiccardoTrevor Jim LovellJames Lovell Hilary HollandJill Linda HuttonElaine Jackson D. KaneProfessor Canutt Lilybelle CrawfordJewelery Store O Richard BreedingReceptionist Albert NelsonWaiter Peter ProusePeters' Associat Trailers STUDIOCANAL PRESENTS: THE PODCAST - The Man Who Fell to Earth with guest & film critic Mark Kermode Michael C. Hall on The Man Who Fell to Earth and David Bowie The Man Who Fell To Earth - Rialto Pictures 35th Anniversary Trailer THE MAN WHO FELL TO EARTH - Trailer