Captain Power: The Beginning (1991): cast, story & where to watch

Released in 1991, Captain Power: The Beginning is an action, science fiction and tv movie film, running about 94 minutes.

What it’s about. The year 2099. The place 'Volcania', center of the bionic universe. It is shortly after the titanic struggles of the metal wars in a world of Darkness, Destruction and Terrifying Evil, ruled by "Lord Dread" and his bionic creations. Due to the twisted mind of this evil creature, the very machines designed to end war for all time are now the executioners of civilization. History tells us that such times produce heroes and heroines, dedicated to turning back the darkness and creating a brave new world of Power, Wonder and Mystery. The World has only one chance "Captain Power and the Soldiers of the Future". Aided by their power suits, which turn each soldier into a one man specialized attack force, they give hope once again to civilization. The World once more has a future! A future where legends are born!

Who’s in it. Captain Power: The Beginning stars Tim Dunigan as Captain Jonathan Power, Peter MacNeill as Major Matthew 'Hawk' Masterson, Sven-Ole Thorsen as Lieutenant Michael 'Tank' Ellis and Maurice Dean Wint as Sergeant Robert 'Scout' Baker, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 7.0/10, Captain Power: The Beginning 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 Captain Power: The Beginning page.

If you liked it. Fans of Captain Power: The Beginning tend to enjoy The Dark Knight, The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King, Inception and The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring.