Power
1986, English. Directed by Sidney Lumet.
More seductive than sex… More addictive than any drug… More precious than gold. And one man can get it for you. For a price.
Pete St. John is a powerful and successful political consultant, with clients spread around the country. When his long-time friend and client Ohio senator Sam Hastings decides to quit politics, he is rapidly drafted to help with the campaign of the man destined to succeed him, unknown and mysterious businessman Jerome Cade...
- Runtime
- 1h 51m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- R
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Snoozefest
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5.8/10 from 78 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Cast & crew
- Sidney LumetDirector
- Richard GerePete St. John
- Denzel WashingtonArnold Billings
- Gene HackmanWilfred Buckley
- Julie ChristieEllen Freeman
- Kate CapshawSydney Betterman
- E.G. MarshallSenator Sam Hastings
- J.T. WalshJerome Cade
- Beatrice StraightClaire Hastings
- Fritz WeaverWallace Furman
- E. Katherine KerrIrene Furman
- Michael LearnedGov. Andrea Stannard
- Omar TorresRoberto Cepeda
Details
- Released
- 31 January 1986
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- David Himmelstein
- Budget
- $16M
- Box office
- $3.8M
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Power: quick answers
Is Power worth watching?
Our verdict is Snoozefest: Your time is worth more. It scores 5.8/10 from 78 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Power?
Power runs 111 minutes (1h 51m).
Does Power have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Power. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Is Power suitable for kids?
Power is rated R in India. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
Where can I watch Power?
Power is streaming on Howdy Amazon Channel.
What movies are like Power?
If you liked Power, try The Social Reckoning, The Sound of Silence, The Best Man.
Who directed Power?
Power (1986) was directed by Sidney Lumet and stars Richard Gere, Denzel Washington, Gene Hackman.