Movie

The Man Who Fell to Earth

“Power, space, time and a visitor.”

★ 6.5(611)19762h 19m

The Man Who Fell to Earth is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Canal VOD and Sooner in France. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there yet. Availability checked 23 July 2026.

Where to watch The Man Who Fell to Earth

🇫🇷 France

Good to know

Director: Nicolas Roeg
Release date: 1976-03-18
Runtime: 2h 19m
Language: English
Budget: $1,500,000
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: British Lion Films

The Man Who Fell to Earth — trailer

About The Man Who Fell to Earth

The Man Who Fell to Earth is a 1976 movie in the Science Fiction, Drama and Fantasy genres, directed by Nicolas Roeg, starring David Bowie, Rip Torn and Candy Clark. It has a runtime of 2 hours 19 minutes. It holds an average rating of 6.5/10 from 611 viewers. Below you can see where to watch The Man Who Fell to Earth in France — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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

David Bowie

Thomas Jerome Newton

Rip Torn

Nathan Bryce

Candy Clark

Mary-Lou

Tony Mascia

Arthur

Buck Henry

Oliver Farnsworth

Bernie Casey

Peters

Adrienne La Russa

Helen

Claudia Jennings

Peters' Wife (uncredited)

Rick Riccardo

Trevor

Jim Lovell

James Lovell

Hilary Holland

Jill

Linda Hutton

Elaine

Themes & keywords

based on novel or bookextraterrestrial technologydystopiaalien life-formdepressing

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch The Man Who Fell to Earth in France?+

In France, The Man Who Fell to Earth is available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store, Canal VOD and Sooner. It isn't on a subscription streaming service there right now.

Is The Man Who Fell to Earth on Netflix?+

The Man Who Fell to Earth is not on Netflix in France right now.

How long is The Man Who Fell to Earth?+

The Man Who Fell to Earth has a runtime of 2 hours 19 minutes (139 minutes).

Who stars in The Man Who Fell to Earth?+

The Man Who Fell to Earth stars David Bowie, Rip Torn, Candy Clark, Tony Mascia and Buck Henry.

When did The Man Who Fell to Earth come out?+

The Man Who Fell to Earth is a 1976 movie directed by Nicolas Roeg.

What genre is The Man Who Fell to Earth?+

The Man Who Fell to Earth is Science Fiction, Drama and Fantasy film.

Who directed The Man Who Fell to Earth?+

The Man Who Fell to Earth was directed by Nicolas Roeg.