Is The Power of the Dog on Netflix?

Netflix has a great list of Oscar nominees for 2022, including the film The Power of the Dog. The Netflix original film has received the most nominations of any other Netflix feature, with a total of 12 nominations.

The Power of the Dog is a film adaptation of the novel written by Thomas Savage. This film is classified as a psychological drama film directed by Jane Campion, who has received a nomination for the Oscar for Best Director.

The film debuted at the 78th Venice International Film Festival, where Campion won the Silver Lion for Best Director. The Power of the Dog would then see a limited theatrical release before releasing on Netflix in December 2021. Critics have praised this film for its direction, screenplay, score, and cinematography.

The Power of the Dog on Netflix?

Yes, The Power of the Dog is a Netflix original released on the streaming service on Dec. 1, 2021.

The film has an outstanding cast consisting of Benedict Cumberbatch, Kirsten Dunst, Jesse Plemons, Kodi Smit-McPhee, Thomasin McKenzie, Genevieve Lemon, Keith Carradine, and Frances Conroy. Cumberbatch, Plemons, Smit-McPhee, and Dunst have also been nominated for their performances in this film.

Set in Montana in 1925, the story follows a harden rancher, Phil Burbank (Cumberbatch), whose brother George (Plemons) brings home his new wife Rose (Dunst) and her son Peter (Smit-McPhee). Phil initially teases Peter, but an unexpected connection forms that remind Phil of a deep and meaningful love he once had.

According to Indiewire, the title comes from a bible verse, Psalm 22:20: “Deliver my soul from the sword; my darling from the power of the dog.” This is in reference to when Jesus is dying on the cross and all the anguish and suffering he experiences. Director Campion stated:

"As the title stands, it’s a kind of warning. The power of the dog is all those deep uncontrollable urges that come and destroy us, you know?"

If you haven’t watched The Power of the Dog on Netflix yet, you really need to take the time to view this one.