---
title: "Power Play"
year: 1978
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/power-play-1978"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 144229
imdb_id: "tt0078105"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 102
community_rating: 7.2
vote_count: 13
content_rating: "Unrated"
---

# Power Play (1978) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/power-play-1978

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

Power Play is a film first released in 1978. Catalogued under Thriller, Drama. Produced and broadcast by The Rank Organisation, Magnum Films, Cowry. Current status: Released.

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

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## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Martyn Burke
- **Networks / Studios**: The Rank Organisation, Magnum Films, Cowry

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Peter O'Toole** as *Colonel Zeller*
- **David Hemmings** as *Colonel Anthony Narriman*
- **Donald Pleasence** as *Blair*
- **Barry Morse** as *Dr. Jean Rousseau*
- **August Schellenberg** as *Minh*
- **Harvey Atkin** as *Anwar*
- **George Touliatos** as *Barrientos*
- **Alberta Watson** as *Donna*
- **Chuck Shamata** as *Hillsman*
- **Michael Ironside** as *Torturer*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Power Play online?
Power Play is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Power Play worth watching?
Power Play holds a community rating of 7.2/10 based on 13 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Thriller, Drama for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Power Play and when was it released?
Power Play is a feature film with a runtime of 102 minutes. It was released in 1978. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Power Play?
Power Play was directed by Martyn Burke.

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