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The Shawshank Redemption  (1994)

The Shawshank Redemption
Theatrical MPAA Rating:
R
Theatrical Feature Running Time:
142 mins

Theatrical Release Information:
The Shawshank Redemption

In 1946, a banker named Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins) is convicted of a double murder, even though he stubbornly proclaims his innocence. He's sentenced to a life term at the Shawshank State Prison in Maine, where another lifer, Ellis "Red" Redding (Morgan Freeman), picks him as the new recruit most likely to crack under the pressure. The ugly realities of prison life are quickly introduced to Andy: a corrupt warden (Bob Gunton), sadistic guards led by Capt. Byron Hadley (Clancy Brown), and inmates who are little better than animals, willing to use rape or beatings to insure their dominance. But Andy does not crack: he has the hope of the truly innocent, which (together with his smarts) allow him to prevail behind bars. He uses his banking skills to win favor with the warden and the guards, doing the books for Norton's illegal business schemes and keeping an eye on the investments of most of the prison staff. In exchange, he is able to improve the prison library and bring some dignity and respect back to many of the inmates, including Red. Based on a story by Stephen King, The Shawshank Redemption was the directorial debut of screenwriter Frank Darabont. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide


The Shawshank Redemption Trivia

Who played Andy Dufresne in the movie The Shawshank Redemption?
Tim Robbins played Andy Dufresne in the movie The Shawshank Redemption

Who played Ellis Boy "Red" Redding in the movie The Shawshank Redemption?
Morgan Freeman played Ellis Boy "Red" Redding in the movie The Shawshank Redemption

Who played Warden Samuel Norton in the movie The Shawshank Redemption?
Bob Gunton played Warden Samuel Norton in the movie The Shawshank Redemption

Who played Heywood in the movie The Shawshank Redemption?
Bill Sadler played Heywood in the movie The Shawshank Redemption

Who played Capt. Byron Hadley in the movie The Shawshank Redemption?
Clancy Brown played Capt. Byron Hadley in the movie The Shawshank Redemption

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