The Power of One movie poster

The Power of One

"An exhilarating epic of a triumph of the heart."

March 27, 1992 2h 7m 7.5/10 (147 votes)

Originally released in 1992. The Power of One is a drama film. directed by John G. Avildsen. With a runtime of 2h 7m, it's an epic theatrical experience.

Starring Morgan Freeman, Stephen Dorff, and Simon Fenton

Synopsis

PK, an English orphan terrorized for his family's political beliefs in Africa, turns to his only friend, a kindly world-wise prisoner, Geel Piet. Geel teaches him how to box with the motto “fight with your fists and lead with your heart”. As he grows to manhood, PK uses these words to take on the system and the injustices he sees around him - and finds that one person really can make a difference.

Quick Facts

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Release Date March 27, 1992 33 years ago
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Runtime 2h 7m 127 minutes total
User Rating 7.5/10 Great (147 votes)
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Budget $18M Production budget
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Box Office $2.8M 0.2x return
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Language English Original language
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Country France + 1 more

Production Details

Status
Released
Original Language
EN
Budget
$18,000,000
Revenue
$2,827,107

Production Companies

  • Regency Enterprises
  • Alcor Films
  • Village Roadshow Pictures
  • Arnon Milchan Productions
  • Le Studio Canal+

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Power of One about?

PK, an English orphan terrorized for his family's political beliefs in Africa, turns to his only friend, a kindly world-wise prisoner, Geel Piet. Geel teaches him how to box with the motto “fight...

Who directed The Power of One?

The Power of One was directed by John G. Avildsen.

How long is The Power of One?

The Power of One has a runtime of 2 hours and 7 minutes (127 minutes total).

When was The Power of One released?

The Power of One was released on March 27, 1992 in theaters.

Who are the main actors in The Power of One?

The main cast of The Power of One includes Morgan Freeman, Stephen Dorff, Simon Fenton, Guy Witcher, Armin Mueller-Stahl.

Is The Power of One worth watching?

The Power of One has a user rating of 7.5/10 based on 147 reviews, indicating very good reception from audiences.