The Power 1968
"YOU feel it until you can't feel anything at all!"
Byron Haskin's *The Power (1968)* plunges viewers into a chilling sci-fi thriller where a shadowy force strikes from the depths of the human mind.
Director: Byron Haskin
Cast
George Hamilton
Prof. Jim Tanner
Aldo Ray
Bruce
Suzanne Pleshette
Prof. Margery Lansing
Richard Carlson
Prof. Norman E. Van Zandt
Yvonne De Carlo
Mrs. Sally Hallson
Earl Holliman
Prof. Talbot Scott aka Scotty
Gary Merrill
Mark Corlane
Ken Murray
Grover
Barbara Nichols
Flora
Arthur O'Connell
Prof. Henry Hallson
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Power (1968) about?
The film follows a team of scientists working on telekinesis, only to be hunted down one by one by an unseen assailant. The survivors must uncover which teammate possesses this lethal mental ability before they become the next victim.
Who directed The Power?
The Power was directed by Byron Haskin, known for his work in science fiction and adventure films.
Who stars in The Power?
The Power features George Hamilton, Suzanne Pleshette, Richard Carlson, Yvonne De Carlo, and Earl Holliman in its lead roles.
Is The Power (1968) worth watching?
For fans of vintage sci-fi thrillers, *The Power* delivers an intriguing premise and solid tension, though its pacing may feel dated by modern standards. The psychological stakes and cast chemistry make it a compelling watch for genre enthusiasts.
How long is The Power?
The Power runs for 108 minutes.
🎥 Trailer
About The Power (1968) — A Paranoid Sci-Fi Thriller Rooted in the Power of the Mind
Byron Haskin's *The Power (1968)* plunges viewers into a chilling sci-fi thriller where a shadowy force strikes from the depths of the human mind. A high-stakes government project team, assembled for its groundbreaking work on telekinesis, begins to unravel when its members are systematically eliminated—each killed by unseen mental powers capable of bending reality itself. As paranoia takes hold, the remaining scientists race against time to uncover which colleague wields this deadly ability before the next tragedy strikes. The film masterfully blends eerie suspense with the psychological terror of isolation, as trust erodes and suspicions fester in the sterile confines of their research facility.
Set against the backdrop of Cold War-era scientific ambition, *The Power* delivers a gripping meditation on the unpredictability of human nature when faced with unfathomable control. George Hamilton leads a talented ensemble cast, including Suzanne Pleshette and Richard Carlson, whose performances heighten the tension as the boundaries between science and survival blur. With its moody cinematography and relentless pacing, the movie offers a haunting exploration of power—both the kind we seek and the kind that seeks us.
