Power, space, time and a visitor.
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.
Directed by: Nicolas Roeg
Written by: Walter Tevis, Paul Mayersberg
Music by: Stomu Yamashta, John Phillips
Starring: David Bowie, Rip Torn, Candy Clark, Tony Mascia, Buck Henry, Bernie Casey, Adrienne La Russa, Claudia Jennings, Rick Riccardo, Jim Lovell
Genre: Science Fiction, Drama, Fantasy
Released: 1976-03-18
Runtime: 139 minutes
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