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Powers of Ten (1977): cast, story & where to watch

1977 · Film · ★ 7.8

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Released in 1977, Powers of Ten is a notable film directed by Charles Eames.

What it’s about. A scientific film essay, narrated by Phil Morrison. A set of pictures of two picnickers in a park, with the area of each frame one-tenth the size of the one before. Starting from a view of the entire known universe, the camera gradually zooms in until we are viewing the subatomic particles on a man's hand.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.8/10, Powers of Ten has been warmly received by audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Powers of Ten page.

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Where can I watch Powers of Ten (1977)?
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Is Powers of Ten worth watching?
Powers of Ten holds an audience score of 7.8 out of 10. Most viewers rate it highly.
When was Powers of Ten released?
Powers of Ten was released in 1977.