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The Power and the Glory
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The Power and the Glory

1963-05-31 · 90 min · ★ 9.0

Drama · TV Movie

Based on Graham Greene's novel about a flawed but devoted priest in 1930s Mexico who attempts to perform his duties while eluding a police lieutenant determined to capture him.

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Directors
Marc Daniels
Production companies
CBS Productions
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released

Top Cast

Laurence OlivierLaurence OlivierPriest
Julie HarrisJulie HarrisMaria (Priest's Mistress)
George C. ScottGeorge C. ScottPolice Lieutenant
Martin GabelMartin GabelChief of Police
Roddy McDowallRoddy McDowallMestizo
Keenan WynnKeenan WynnWine Merchant
Patty DukePatty DukeCoral
Lou AntonioLou Antonio
Val AveryVal Avery
Beryl Bernay
Santiago Burgos
Linda CanbyBrigida
Leonardo CiminoLeonardo Cimino
Frank ConroyFrank ConroyPadre José
Steve Curry
Cyril CusackCyril CusackTench
Roger De KovenRoger De Koven
Mildred DunnockMildred DunnockSpinster
Thomas GomezThomas GomezDelgado
Martha Greenhouse

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