The Power of Myth

The Power of Myth

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Documentary

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The Power of Myth is a television series originally broadcast on PBS in 1988 as Joseph Campbell and the Power of Myth. The documentary comprises six one-hour conversations between mythologist Joseph Campbell and journalist Bill Moyers.

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Budget

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Revenue

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Status

Ended

Original Language

English

Runtime

mins

Rating

7.053/10

Release Date

14 April 2025

Country

United States of America

Cast

Joseph Campbell

Joseph Campbell

Self

Bill Moyers

Bill Moyers

Self

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