In 2005 Power was asked to read for a new comedy series for the BBC written by and starring Jack Dee. Lead Balloon, initially started on BBC4 and then moved to BBC2 where it ran from 2006–2011, with Power playing Marty, the sardonic writing partner of failed comedian Rick Spleen (Jack Dee). During this time Power also had guest leads on the British television series Moving Wallpaper, Holby City, Doctors, Taking the Flak, and Wild West. During this time Power filmed his first feature film in "Played", a series of three with the actor and writer Mick Rossi. "Played" was produced by John Daly, with an all-star cast and indie film budget, it was originally intended to be a short. The film was shot without the use of a scripted screenplay and the director (Sean Stanek) allowed the actors to improvise a majority of dialogue as he shot the scenes. The film was shot on location in London and Los Angeles and took three years to complete. Rossi then offered Power the role of "Rudy" in the robbery film , then in 2012 Power starred along Rossi in the psychological thriller "A Kiss and A Promise' as the character "Charlie Matthews". During this time Power also appeared in minor role with Anthony Hopkins in Fernando Meirelles interrelationship film 360.