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The Power

  • 19841984
  • RR
  • 1h 24m
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4.5/10
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The Power (1984)
Horror
A few people come into possession of an ancient Aztec doll. However, the doll is possessed by an evil spirit, which takes over their bodies.A few people come into possession of an ancient Aztec doll. However, the doll is possessed by an evil spirit, which takes over their bodies.A few people come into possession of an ancient Aztec doll. However, the doll is possessed by an evil spirit, which takes over their bodies.
IMDb RATING
4.5/10
536
YOUR RATING
  • Directors
    • Stephen Carpenter
    • Jeffrey Obrow
  • Writers
    • Jeffrey Obrow
    • Stephen Carpenter
    • John Penney
  • Stars
    • Suzy Stokey
    • Warren Lincoln
    • Lisa Erickson
Top credits
  • Directors
    • Stephen Carpenter
    • Jeffrey Obrow
  • Writers
    • Jeffrey Obrow
    • Stephen Carpenter
    • John Penney
  • Stars
    • Suzy Stokey
    • Warren Lincoln
    • Lisa Erickson
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    • 21User reviews
    • 20Critic reviews
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    • Awards
      • 1 win

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    Top cast

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    Suzy Stokey
    Suzy Stokey
    • Sandyas Sandy
    Warren Lincoln
    • Jerryas Jerry
    Lisa Erickson
    • Julieas Julie
    Chad Cowgill
    Chad Cowgill
    • Tommyas Tommy
    Ben Gilbert
    • Mattas Matt
    J. Dinan Myrtetus
    • Francis Lottas Francis Lott
    Stan Weston
    • Professor Wilsonas Professor Wilson
    Chris Morrill
    • Ron Princeas Ron Prince
    Rod Mays
    • Lee McKennahas Lee McKennah
    Alice Champlin
    • Roxanneas Roxanne
    Juan del Valle
    • Jeep Driveras Jeep Driver
    Gabe Cohen
    • Martyas Marty
    Jacqueline Cowgill
    Jacqueline Cowgill
    • Mrs. Lawrenceas Mrs. Lawrence
    • (as Jackie Cowgill)
    James Gilchrist
    • Bill Hopkinsas Bill Hopkins
    Brian Grayson
    • Markas Mark
    Ted Novack
    • Rickas Rick
    Jay Fisher
    • Raphaelas Raphael
    Costy Basile
    • Jorgeas Jorge
    • Directors
      • Stephen Carpenter
      • Jeffrey Obrow
    • Writers
      • Jeffrey Obrow(story) (screenplay)
      • Stephen Carpenter(story) (screenplay)
      • John Penney(story)
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    Storyline

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    A few people come into possession of an ancient Aztec doll. However, the doll is possessed by an evil spirit, which takes over their bodies.
    psychotronic filmsupernatural powercursed totemdemonic possessionsmall totem32 more
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    • Taglines
      • Pray for them. They have unleashed ... THE POWER
    • Genre
      • Horror
    • Certificate
      • R
    • Parents guide

    Did you know

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    • Trivia
      Riffed by Rifftrax (Michael J. Nelson, Bill Corbett, and Kevin Murphy).
    • Goofs
      When Sandy leaves her bedroom (after having a nightmare), a man with a beard can be seen in the mirror on the door.
    • Connections
      Featured in Katarina's Nightmare Theater: The Power (2014)

    User reviews21

    Review
    Top review
    "If I Have To Write One More Story About Talking Dogs Or UFOs, I'm Gonna Go Crazy!"...
    THE POWER is about a man named Jerry (Warren Lincoln), who comes into possession of an Aztec idol. Jerry has little idea of its dark history, beyond the fact that some kids claim that it caused a death.

    Many unexplained events take place, and Jerry undergoes a drastic change in personality, becoming a danger to himself and others. Mostly others.

    THE POWER is enjoyable in spite of / due to its inescapable, 1980's cheeeze-vibe. Jerry's transformation scene is quite impressive, as are his massive tumbleweed hairdo and matching sideburns!

    Definitely recommended for all of those who are addicted to the movies of this era...
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    • azathothpwiggins
    • Jun 9, 2021

    Details

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    • Release date
      • January 20, 1984 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • The Intruder
    • Filming locations
      • Redondo Beach, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Film Ventures International (FVI)
      • Jeff Obrow Productions
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    Box office

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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $929,162
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $929,162
      • Jan 22, 1984
    • Gross worldwide
      • $929,162
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    Technical specs

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    • Runtime
      1 hour 24 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Mono
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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