The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
Fear can hold you prisoner. Hope can set you free.
Storyline
Imprisoned in the 1940s for the double murder of his wife and her lover, upstanding banker Andy Dufresne begins a new life at the Shawshank prison, where he puts his accounting skills to work for an amoral warden. During his long stretch in prison, Dufresne comes to be admired by the other inmates -- including an older prisoner named Red -- for his integrity and unquenchable sense of hope.
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Movie Details
| Original title | The Shawshank Redemption |
|---|---|
| Release date | Oct 14, 1994 |
| Status | Released |
| Keywords | based on novel or book, friendship, prison escape, prison, redemption, corruption, police brutality, freedom, hope, prison cell, delinquent, parole board |
FAQ
What is The Shawshank Redemption about?
Imprisoned in the 1940s for the double murder of his wife and her lover, upstanding banker Andy Dufresne begins a new life at the Shawshank prison, where he puts his accounting skills to work for an amoral warden. During his long stretch in prison, Dufresne comes to be admired by the other inmates -- including an older prisoner named Red -- for his integrity and unquenchable sense of hope.
When was The Shawshank Redemption released?
The Shawshank Redemption was released on Oct 14, 1994 (status: Released).
Who directed The Shawshank Redemption?
The director has not been announced yet.
What is the TMDB rating of The Shawshank Redemption?
The Shawshank Redemption has a TMDB rating of 8.7/10 from 31,411 votes.