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Where to Watch The Man Who Fell to Earth(1976)
“Power, space, time and a visitor.”
Looking for where to watch The Man Who Fell to Earth? You can currently find The Man Who Fell to Earth online through Criterion Channel, BFI Player Amazon Channel, and Amazon Video. Availability changes often, so we separate subscription, free, rental, and purchase options below.
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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The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976), directed by Nicolas Roeg, is a science fiction film and is available to stream on 11 services in the US. With an IMDb score of 6.6/10 and 79% on Rotten Tomatoes from 604 ratings, it has mixed-to-positive reviews. Released in 1976, the film is a recognisable touchstone of 1970s science fiction, and remains widely watched decades later.
The film stars David Bowie, Rip Torn, and Candy Clark. At 139 minutes, it's a typical feature-length viewing. It fits comfortably into a single sitting without feeling rushed.
If you're looking to watch The Man Who Fell to Earth online, the best option is Criterion Channel for subscribers, and it's also included with BFI Player Amazon Channel, so subscribers to any of those services can watch without an additional rental. Prefer not to add another subscription? You can also rent or buy it from Amazon Video, Apple iTunes, and Google Play Movies. If you're picking what to watch next, it shares a vibe with The Name of the Rose and Brazil, both of which are available to stream right now.
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Frequently asked
- No — The Man Who Fell to Earth isn't streaming on Netflix. It's currently available on Criterion Channel, BFI Player Amazon Channel.
- The Man Who Fell to Earth is available to stream on Criterion Channel, BFI Player Amazon Channel in the US.
- No — The Man Who Fell to Earth isn't streaming on Prime Video. It's currently available on Criterion Channel, BFI Player Amazon Channel.
- Yes — The Man Who Fell to Earth is available to stream for free (with ads) on Kanopy, The Roku Channel, Plex, Tubi, and it's also included with Criterion Channel, BFI Player Amazon Channel.
- The Man Who Fell to Earth runs 2h 19m (139 minutes total).
- IMDb 6.6/10 · Rotten Tomatoes 79% · Metacritic 81/100.
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