The Power of the Dog

drama
western
psychological thriller
lgbtq
period drama
R
2h 6m

A domineering rancher responds with mocking cruelty when his brother brings home a new wife and her son, until the unexpected comes to pass. Set in 1925 Montana, charismatic rancher Phil Burbank inspires fear and awe in those around him. When his brother brings home a new wife and her son, Phil torments them until he finds himself exposed to the possibility of love.

Released: 2021-12-01

Based on Books/1967/The Power of the Dog

Director: Jane Campion

Producers: Jane Campion Tanya Seghatchian Emile Sherman Iain Canning Roger Frappier

Writer: Jane Campion

Editor: Peter Sciberras

Cinematography: Ari Wegner

Music: Jonny Greenwood

Production: See-Saw Films Big Shell Films Max Films Productions BBC Film

Distributor: Netflix

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Characters

Phil Burbank Benedict Cumberbatch
Rose Gordon Kirsten Dunst
George Burbank Jesse Plemons
Peter Gordon Kodi Smit-McPhee
Bronco Henry Sean Keenan
Old Gent George Mason
Old Lady Geneviève Lemon
Governor Edward Keith Pemberton
Mrs. Lewis Thomasin McKenzie
Lola Monica Maughan
Herndon Josh Owen
Bobby Adam Beach
Bartender Frances Conroy
The Doctor David Dennis
Minister Max Cullen