Michael Powell books in order
English film director
- Lived
- 1905–1990
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Books
- 6
Michael Powell published 3 novels, 1 novella and 2 non-fiction books, beginning with Graf Spee (1956). The best-known is A Waiting Game (1975).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Michael Powell
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A Waiting Game
Michael Powell's most-read book.
Standalone novels in order
Graf Spee (1956)
A Waiting Game (1975)
The Red Shoes (1996)
Novellas in order
The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp (1994)
Non-fiction in order
A Life in Movies (1986)
Million Dollar Movie (1992)
About Michael Powell
Michael Latham Powell was an English filmmaker. He is celebrated for his partnership with Emeric Pressburger and through their production company, The Archers, they together wrote, produced and directed a series of classic British films, notably The Life and Death of Colonel Blimp (1943), A Canterbury Tale (1944), I Know Where I'm Going! (1945), A Matter of Life and Death, Black Narcissus (1947), The Red Shoes (1948), and The Tales of Hoffmann (1951).
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Michael Powell FAQ
- How many books has Michael Powell written?
- Michael Powell published 3 novels, 1 novella and 2 non-fiction books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Michael Powell's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with A Waiting Game.
- What is Michael Powell's last book?
- Million Dollar Movie (1992).
- What is Michael Powell's most famous book?
- A Waiting Game (1975) is Michael Powell's most widely read book.
Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.