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The Man Who Fell to Earth

1976 · 2h 19m · Science Fiction, Drama, Fantasy

IMDb 6.6 Metacritic 81 RT 79%

Watch it. This is a slow-burn sci-fi classic with genuinely thoughtful ideas about humanity and belonging—the kind of film that rewards your patience with real emotional depth. David Bowie's haunting performance as an otherworldly visitor is reason enough to spend your evening with it.

Plot

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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