Thomas Jerome Newton — The Man Who Fell to Earth Character Profile

Thomas Jerome Newton - The Man Who Fell to Earth

About Thomas Jerome Newton

Protagonist and humanoid alien visiting Earth to secure water for his drought-stricken homeworld. Poses as an Englishman, builds a tech empire with partner Oliver Farnsworth, and constructs a spacecraft. He forms a romantic relationship with Mary-Lou, suffers from crippling alcoholism, and is eventually captured by the government and rivals. After years of captivity and medical experimentation, he escapes and leaves behind a desperate radio message to his home planet.

Thomas Jerome Newton — Character Profile

Character Facts

Played by
David Bowie
Appears in
The Man Who Fell to Earth (1976)
Role
Protagonist

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