Andres Gomez
8/10A great idea for a movie developed in a witty script. Well done and with a decent cast. Perfect for being played also in the theaters or watched under the blanket at home.
Reviewed on February 18, 2016
The Man from Earth(2007)
From one of the acclaimed writers of Star Trek and The Twilight Zone comes a story that transcends both time and space...
7.6(3,024)1h 27m2007-06-10
Science FictionDrama
The Man from Earth Synopsis
A departing professor gathers his closest colleagues for an intimate farewell, but the night takes an unexpected turn when he shares a stunning secret about his past. As the conversation unfolds, skepticism and curiosity collide, challenging everything they thought they knew about history, science, and belief.
The Man from Earth (2007) is a science fiction and drama film directed by Richard Schenkman, released on June 10, 2007 with a runtime of 1h 27m. It stars David Lee Smith, Tony Todd, John Billingsley and Ellen Crawford. Viewers rate it 7.6 out of 10 across 3,024 ratings.
- Director:
- Richard Schenkman
- Writers:
- Jerome Bixby
- Producers:
- Eric D. Wilkinson, Richard Schenkman
- Cinematographer:
- Afshin Shahidi
- Composer:
- Mark Hinton Stewart
- Production:
- Falling Sky Entertainment
- Budget:
- $200,000
- Status:
- Released
The Man from Earth (2007) Trailer
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The Man from Earth Cast & Crew
Main cast
David Lee Smith
as John Oldman
Tony Todd
as Dan
John Billingsley
as Harry
Ellen Crawford
as Edith
Annika Peterson
as Sandy
Alexis Thorpe
as Linda Murphy
William Katt
as Art
Richard Riehle
as Dr. Will Gruber
Steven Littles
as Moving Man #1
- Chase Sprague
Chase Sprague
as Moving Man #2
Robbie Bryan
as Officer
Key crew
Directed by Richard Schenkman, written by Jerome Bixby, produced by Eric D. Wilkinson and Richard Schenkman.
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The Man from Earth Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 7.6/10 from 3,024 ratings.
furious_iz
3/10DON'T BELIEVE THE HYPE! Maybe that statement is a little facetious, but I feel it is true. I read **_AMAZING_** reviews for this film. I went in with high hopes, expecting a well acted, thoughtful, existential and quiet science fiction film. Instead I saw a film so poor I wondered what's the scam here? How could this film possibly have a score in the high 7s. The premise is solid at first glance, but as the film…
Reviewed on February 13, 2018
Hossein
10/10I'd like to invite you to **believe the hype**. This movie is very well written and simply great. Keeps you at the edge of your seat and doesn't fail to amaze you till its very last second.
Reviewed on December 24, 2020
RalphRahal
7/10The Man From Earth is a rare gem in indie filmmaking, a movie that relies solely on its thought-provoking writing and concept rather than flashy visuals or high-budget effects. Directed by Richard Schenkman and written by Jerome Bixby, the film unfolds entirely through dialogue, as a college professor reveals an extraordinary secret to his friends during an intimate gathering. The story is the heart of the movie,…
Reviewed on December 17, 2024
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The Man from Earth – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch The Man from Earth online?
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The Man from Earth (2007) is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, Philo, Fandor, Fandor Amazon Channel, Amazon Prime Video with Ads and Midnight Pulp Amazon Channel, and to rent or buy from Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in The Man from Earth?
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The main cast of The Man from Earth (2007) includes David Lee Smith, Tony Todd, John Billingsley, Ellen Crawford and Annika Peterson. The film was directed by Richard Schenkman. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was The Man from Earth released?
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The Man from Earth was released on June 10, 2007 and runs for 1h 27m.
Is The Man from Earth worth watching?
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The Man from Earth (2007) holds an average rating of 7.6 out of 10 from 3,024 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy science fiction and drama films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
Is there a trailer for The Man from Earth?
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