

The Power and the Glory
1963, English. Directed by Marc Daniels.
Out of Graham Greene's novel that made the world gasp--the drama of a priest who somehow stumbled onto the road to martyrdom
Based on Graham Greene's novel about a flawed but devoted priest in 1930s Mexico who attempts to perform his duties while eluding a police lieutenant determined to capture him.
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- NR
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- Released
- 31 May 1963
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Dale Wasserman
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What The Power and the Glory is based on
The Power and the Glory is based on The Power and the Glory, a 1940 novel by Graham Greene, published by Heinemann.
Novel · 1940
The Power and the Glory
By Graham Greene
Published by Heinemann
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How long is The Power and the Glory?
The Power and the Glory runs 90 minutes (1h 30m).
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The Power and the Glory is rated NR in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
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The Power and the Glory isn’t on a subscription OTT platform in India, but you can watch it free online. (Checked 11 November 2026.)
What movies are like The Power and the Glory?
If you liked The Power and the Glory, try Mansfield Park, Anne of Green Gables, Abraham.
Who directed The Power and the Glory?
The Power and the Glory (1963) was directed by Marc Daniels and stars Laurence Olivier, Julie Harris, George C. Scott.
What is The Power and the Glory based on?
The Power and the Glory is based on The Power and the Glory, a 1940 novel by Graham Greene, published by Heinemann.