The Great Electrical Revolution (1990): cast, story & where to watch
1990 · Film · ★ 9
Released in 1990, The Great Electrical Revolution is a family, drama, comedy and tv movie film directed by Larry Bauman, running about 24 minutes.
What it’s about. In depression-era Saskatchewan, families took refuge in the magic world of radio. When Grandad's old Marconi is short-circuited by the stingy power company, so begins "the great electrical revolution," and a good-natured comedy that pits the working class against the capitalists.
Who’s in it. The Great Electrical Revolution stars Lewis Gordon as Grandad, Jean Farr as Grandma, Dwayne Brenna as Matthew and Beverley Brenna as Patty, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 9.0/10, The Great Electrical Revolution sits among the best-reviewed titles in the catalogue.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch The Great Electrical Revolution page.
If you liked it. Fans of The Great Electrical Revolution tend to enjoy Spirited Away, Back to the Future, The Lion King and Coco.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch The Great Electrical Revolution (1990)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for The Great Electrical Revolution change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is The Great Electrical Revolution worth watching?
- The Great Electrical Revolution holds an audience score of 9.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy family, drama, comedy and tv movie. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in The Great Electrical Revolution?
- The Great Electrical Revolution stars Lewis Gordon, Jean Farr, Dwayne Brenna, Beverley Brenna and Ben Rootman.
- When was The Great Electrical Revolution released?
- The Great Electrical Revolution was released in 1990, with a runtime of about 24 minutes.