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7.6/10 2007 1h 27m Released

From one of the acclaimed writers of Star Trek and The Twilight Zone comes a story that transcends both time and space...

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.

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Top Cast

David Lee Smith
David Lee Smith
John Oldman
Tony Todd
Tony Todd
Dan
John Billingsley
John Billingsley
Harry
Ellen Crawford
Ellen Crawford
Edith
Annika Peterson
Annika Peterson
Sandy
Alexis Thorpe
Alexis Thorpe
Linda Murphy
William Katt
William Katt
Art
Richard Riehle
Richard Riehle
Dr. Will Gruber
Steven Littles
Steven Littles
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Chase Sprague
Chase Sprague
Moving Man #2
Robbie Bryan
Robbie Bryan
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Reviews

Andres Gomez 8/10

A 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.

furious_iz 3/10

DON'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…

Hossein 10/10

I'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.

RalphRahal 7/10

The 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,…

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FAQ about The Man from Earth

What is The Man from Earth about?
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…
When was The Man from Earth released?
The Man from Earth was released in 2007.
What genres does The Man from Earth belong to?
The Man from Earth is categorised as Science Fiction, Drama.
Who stars in The Man from Earth?
The cast of The Man from Earth includes David Lee Smith, Tony Todd, John Billingsley, Ellen Crawford, Annika Peterson.