Power of the Press (1943): cast, story & where to watch
1943 · Film · ★ 6.2
Released in 1943, Power of the Press is a drama film directed by Lew Landers, running about 64 minutes. “He feels the power of a woman! They feel the power of a fist!” — that tagline sets the tone.
What it’s about. During WWII, the publisher of the isolationist New York Gazette is murdered just as he was about to change the paper's policy and support the US war effort. His friend, a small town patriotic editor, is brought in to find the culprits.
Who’s in it. Power of the Press stars Guy Kibbee as Ulysses Bradford, Lee Tracy as Griff Thompson, Gloria Dickson as Edwina Stephens and Otto Kruger as Howard Raskin, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.2/10, Power of the Press has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Power of the Press page.
If you liked it. Fans of Power of the Press tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Power of the Press (1943)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Power of the Press change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Power of the Press worth watching?
- Power of the Press holds an audience score of 6.2 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Power of the Press?
- Power of the Press stars Guy Kibbee, Lee Tracy, Gloria Dickson, Otto Kruger and Victor Jory.
- When was Power of the Press released?
- Power of the Press was released in 1943, with a runtime of about 64 minutes.