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

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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 …

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Oct 22, 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 …

Jun 19, 2025 · More than 30 years after it bombed at the box office, The Shawshank Redemption has built an incredible legacy that cements it as a true classic.

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.

Sep 23, 1994 · 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 …

Apr 1, 2025 · From its quotability to its commercial value, here are the biggest reasons why we might consider The Shawshank Redemption the ultimate cult classic. Rita Hayworth and The …

Oct 10, 2025 · Read the transcript of THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION (1994), prison drama film directed by Frank Darabont, based on the 1982 Stephen King novella.