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.

Details

Genres

Science Fiction, Drama, Fantasy

Language

EN

Release Date

1976-03-18

Runtime

139 min

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Cast

David Bowie

Rip Torn

Candy Clark

Tony Mascia

Buck Henry

Bernie Casey

Adrienne La Russa

Claudia Jennings

Rick Riccardo

Jim Lovell