Movie · 139 min · drm, fnt, scf
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.
Where to watch The Man Who Fell to Earth
Available on 3 platforms across 1 countries.
Chart positions today
Currently charting in 1 countries, best placed at #241 in Switzerland.
- Switzerland #241
Available languages
Audio: English, German
Subtitles: French, German
Chart history
The Man Who Fell to Earth has spent 0 days in a top 3, 0 days in a top 10 and 5 days in a top 100 across the markets we track. Its best position anywhere is #13.
Cast
David Bowie, Rip Torn, Candy Clark, Tony Mascia, Buck Henry, Bernie Casey, Adrienne La Russa, Claudia Jennings, Rick Riccardo, Jim Lovell, Hilary Holland, Linda Hutton, Jackson D. Kane, Lilybelle Crawford, Richard Breeding, Albert Nelson, Peter Prouse
Crew
Nicolas Roeg (director), Paul Mayersberg (screenplay), Barry Spikings (producer), Michael Deeley (producer)
Awards
0 wins from 1 nominations.
- Hugo Award for Best Dramatic Presentation 1977 — nominated