The Power: Season 1

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Season Details & Credits

Prime Video | Season Premiere Date: March 31, 2023

Summary: Teenage girls suddenly develop the power to electrocute people including the daughter (Auliʻi Cravalho) of the Mayor of Seatle (Leslie Mann) in the thriller series based on Naomi Alderman's novel of the same name.

Genre(s): Drama, Fantasy, Suspense, Science Fiction

Season 1 Episodes

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S1:E9. The Shape of Power
Air Date: November 30, -0001
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S1:E8. Just a Girl
Air Date: November 30, -0001
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S1:E7. Baptism
Air Date: November 30, -0001

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Meredith Hobbs Coons

Mar 29, 2023

It’s hard to accept the world The Power presents, however well-researched it is. If not for this, the show would get an easy A-. The performances and storytelling are really that good. As such, it’s a B, with a zap, and definitely worth the watch. Read full review

The Telegraph Poppie Platt

Mar 29, 2023

Away from the core electrical condition being a somewhat jarringly obvious metaphor for the difficulties of puberty – Periods! Orgasms! Whatever next! – The Power is filled with thrills, and will appeal to a wide audience from teenage fans of Stranger Things to nostalgic adults fresh from bingeing Yellowjackets or The Last of Us. Read full review

RogerEbert.com Cristina Escobar

Mar 31, 2023

The result is a compelling, action-packed series that, while heavy-handed at times, is still delightfully thought-provoking to watch. Read full review

Lacy Baugher

Mar 29, 2023

By the back half of the first season, several characters’ stories have at last begun to intersect, in ways that promise intriguing overlaps in the future. But without a clear sense of where this show is headed, it may be too little too late. Read full review

i Marianne Levy

Mar 31, 2023

The script's brush strokes are generally broad, and the multiplex blockbuster vibe will suit some viewers more than others. The marital battles between Toni Collete's mayor Margot and her husband (John Leguizamo) lean towards cliché, and, later in the series, the wide-eyed recounting of the science behind the rise of the girls' power feels somewhat hokum. It's the ideas behind the drama that are most exciting. Read full review

Joshua Alston

Mar 30, 2023

A decently executed and mostly faithful screen adaptation that undermines itself by demonstrating why a novel is the perfect format for this story. Read full review

Joel Keller

Mar 31, 2023

It feels like it’s going to be an exhausting show to watch; for every moment that will be interesting and show the real change in the power dynamics between men and women, there might be two others that will feel like we’re barely in one story before we rocket to another. Read full review

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Wittie2m

Apr 30, 2023

as a preface let me just state that as a middle aged man I know full well that this show isn't aimed at me.

however the scores here really undersell this absolutely amazing show. i'm not one for writing reviews, but having seen this score whilst searching online for the next episodesas a preface let me just state that as a middle aged man I know full well that this show isn't aimed at me.

however the scores here really undersell this absolutely amazing show. i'm not one for writing reviews, but having seen this score whilst searching online for the next episodes release date I felt I had to say something.

This show is an eyeopener, from the subtle little details like comments about walking at night without feeling afraid, to the general take on how certain phrases take on much more negative connotations when genders are assigned to them ("don't get your panties in a twist" for example) it shows how the odds are stacked in the world at large, with women often facing the brunt of things and their underlying fear of living in a "mans world" I havn't read the book, and i'm sure some of the stereotypes of certain people and places are likely inaccurate in their portrayal (correct me if i'm wrong, please) but all I can say is that the english Characters feel very realistic in their authenticity (I'm from England)

this show is honestly a marvel at telling a story of a world tipping slowly on its head, how little things and huge fears for half of our population affect people. its also made me realise that whilst I know I'm very much a teddy bear, wouldn't hurt a fly, I could be intimidating to the fairer sex, and has made me re-evaluate how I approach things in my day to day life, how my mere presence might be perceived as a threat, not because of anything I've done, but because of the kinds of things women across the world have had to go through in their day-to-day lives, and has given me some insight in how to act in regards to those things, i'm not talking about treating women differently or with velvet gloves, but showing them respect (which i've always tried to do anyway) understanding and importantly compassion, being friendly with a smile without being creepy and hopefully letting them know they are safe regardless.

I cant imagine living every day with a niggling feeling of fear in the back of my mind, or worrying that my competence will be judged solely on the shoes I choose to wear. but I do want to be part of a world where those things don't exist. I want to go out in the daytime/evening and night time, and see women and men not afraid to be on their own. I want to help lift these feelings of fear off their shoulders and help lighten their load so each and every one of us can enjoy the finite time we have here without being afraid of each other, without feeling like we are being judged, or threatened because of something arbitrary.

And most importantly I want that to be the world my daughter grows up in.

so well done writers of "The Power" please keep doing what your doing, and I cant wait for more, and I enthusiastically hope for a second season.… Expand

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winzentween

Jun 20, 2023

The spoiler is this mature audience show is excellent and not the trash ...the seemingly sexist possibly misogynist trolls awarding it 1/10 ... would have you believe! SUCH people are clearly why the show exists . To push boundarie snd comment on what it is to have and have no power. AndThe spoiler is this mature audience show is excellent and not the trash ...the seemingly sexist possibly misogynist trolls awarding it 1/10 ... would have you believe! SUCH people are clearly why the show exists . To push boundarie snd comment on what it is to have and have no power. And its Written, starred and directed by very talented women but not just for women...It's for everyone(accept kids...And bigots).. Disclaimer...I'm a conservative person who ignorantly throught this show be pc and too girly for me. Wow was I wrong! This is a proper sci-fi superhero show with excellent acting, writing , direction, music, casting and effects. It's all good for the budget. So much better than so many other recent high profile fantasies. No idea if it's like the book but I know I liked it. I didn't want to but it's just that good. Though it's a slow burner so give it a chance and be surprised!… Expand

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delineo

Apr 5, 2023

This is a fantastic tv show, that adds thoughtful and engaging direction and acting to the original intricate story. There are little touches and attention to detail at every turn that tell me the writer's room has been attuned to women's experiences in ways that are rarely depicted orThis is a fantastic tv show, that adds thoughtful and engaging direction and acting to the original intricate story. There are little touches and attention to detail at every turn that tell me the writer's room has been attuned to women's experiences in ways that are rarely depicted or discussed on TV, like the mayor having to wear ill fitting shoes at the behest of a patriarchal public only to develop horrible blisters. It's also deeply funny, as in Josh Charles' character spouting political strategy while in a facemask. I wasn't sure how they'd do with the different locations, but each - from London to Lagos - feels true to form and I'm looking forward to how the power is culturally received in each place. The clincher, though, are the young actresses who ground this show - I've never seen any of them act before, and their choices are compelling and (wait for it) powerful (sorry for the pun, couldn't help it ;)… Expand

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muriiram

Apr 4, 2023

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The movie is for those who love fiction and thrilling movies there is great creativity and does not contain discliminatory or sexual activities, it can be watched by all ioncluluding kids . you should put it on your watch list… Expand

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Acosteco

Apr 8, 2023

Despite the engaging premise and cinematography, the show is consistently set back by the amount of ham-fisted clichés and political commentary. There's no subtlety at all on the message being conveyed, which is leads to a disappointing and quickly fading interest.

Contrary to one review,Despite the engaging premise and cinematography, the show is consistently set back by the amount of ham-fisted clichés and political commentary. There's no subtlety at all on the message being conveyed, which is leads to a disappointing and quickly fading interest.

Contrary to one review, the show is also absolutely not suitable for children. Multiple inappropriate themes have been shown including rape, murder, drug abuse, and sexual content.… Expand

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blufnx

Apr 29, 2023

The worst one sided monosyllabic show I’ve ever seen. Lacks complexity and depth.

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shekt

Mar 31, 2023

This is one monstrous cliche. I'm saddened by the waste of the acting talent, and troubled that the entertainment producers believe that the public is stupid and mediocre enough to swallow this as entertainment. There's no way that critics truly believe (collectively) this deserves a greenThis is one monstrous cliche. I'm saddened by the waste of the acting talent, and troubled that the entertainment producers believe that the public is stupid and mediocre enough to swallow this as entertainment. There's no way that critics truly believe (collectively) this deserves a green metascore. There must be some form of collective corruption.… Expand

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Seasons & Episodes

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Series Overview
Season 1

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- Season 1 Overview
  Air Date: March 31, 2023
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  S1:E9. The Shape of Power
  Air Date: November 30, -0001
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  S1:E8. Just a Girl
  Air Date: November 30, -0001
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  S1:E7. Baptism
  Air Date: November 30, -0001
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  S1:E6. Sparklefingers
  Air Date: November 30, -0001
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  S1:E5. Scarlet Minnow
  Air Date: November 30, -0001
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  S1:E4. The Day of The Girls
  Air Date: November 30, -0001
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  S1:E3. A New Organ
  Air Date: November 30, -0001
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  S1:E2. The World is on Fu*king Fire
  Air Date: November 30, -0001
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  S1:E1. A Better Future is in Your Hands
  Air Date: November 30, -0001