The Shawshank Redemption is a 1994 American drama film written and directed by Frank Darabont, based on the 1982 Stephen King novella Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption.

Oct 14, 1994 · Reviewers say 'The Shawshank Redemption' is celebrated for its themes of hope and friendship, with exceptional performances by Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman. Its …

Dec 2, 2025 · The Shawshank Redemption is an American prison-drama film, released in 1994, starring Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman and based on Stephen King’s novella Rita …

Convicted of murdering his wife and her lover, a quiet banker tries to survive prison by clinging to hope — and befriending a fellow lifer named Red. Watch trailers & learn more.

Nov 30, 2025 · Chronicles the experiences of a formerly successful banker as a prisoner in the gloomy jailhouse of Shawshank after being found guilty of a crime he did not commit.

Jan 1, 2026 · Written and directed by Frank Darabont, the adaptation of King's novella, Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption, has sat atop IMDb's list of the Top 250 Movies for years.

Sep 23, 1994 · Shawshank Redemption” tells the story of Andy Dufresne (Tim Robbins), wrongly imprisoned for the murder of his wife and her lover. Over the course of his lengthy …

Sep 22, 1994 · Internationally acclaimed actors Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman star in a compelling drama of hope, friendship and atonement behind the walls of a maximum-security …

Jan 1, 2026 · ‘The Shawshank Redemption’ hits Pluto TV and climbs the streaming charts, 31 years after its original release.

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