Powaqqatsi (1988): cast, story & where to watch
1988 · Film · ★ 7.4

Released in 1988, Powaqqatsi is a documentary film directed by Godfrey Reggio, running about 99 minutes.
What it’s about. An exploration of technologically developing nations and the effect the transition to Western-style modernization has had on them.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.4/10, Powaqqatsi has been warmly received by audiences. It went on to earn $589.2K at the box office.
Where to watch. In US you can stream it on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, MGM+ Amazon Channel and Philo and rent or buy it from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies, YouTube and Fandango At Home. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Powaqqatsi page.
If you liked it. Fans of Powaqqatsi tend to enjoy One Direction: This Is Us, Burn the Stage: The Movie, BTS World Tour: Love Yourself - Japan Edition and Senna.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Powaqqatsi (1988)?
- In US, Powaqqatsi is available to stream on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV and MGM+ Amazon Channel, and rent or buy from Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies and YouTube. Availability varies by country — check our where-to-watch page for every region.
- Is Powaqqatsi worth watching?
- Powaqqatsi holds an audience score of 7.4 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary. Most viewers rate it highly.
- When was Powaqqatsi released?
- Powaqqatsi was released in 1988, with a runtime of about 99 minutes.
