The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
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📖 Story
The Shawshank Redemption follows Andy Dufresne, a quiet banker whose life changes completely after he is sent to Shawshank Prison for murder. Inside the prison, Andy faces a harsh world ruled by fear, routine, and survival, but he refuses to let it destroy his sense of dignity. Over the years, he forms a deep friendship with Red, a longtime inmate who knows how life inside Shawshank works. Through patience, intelligence, and an unshakable sense of hope, Andy’s journey becomes more than a prison story; it becomes a powerful drama about friendship, resilience, and the search for freedom.
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A profound tale of hope and resilience
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EnergySlow-burn
Tonedeeply dramatic and hopeful
Experienceintense character study within prison walls
Best suited forthose seeking inspiring human stories and psychological depth
What to expect from this title?Expect a powerful drama centered on friendship, hope, and endurance within the brutal confines of Shawshank prison. The film explores the strength of the human spirit against corruption and despair, focusing on detailed daily life and emotional resilience without relying on excessive violence.
Dialogue drives the rhythmChemistry matters more than escalationEasy to settle into
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Adults
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Runtime
142 min
Original language
English
Country of origin
United States
Type
Movie
👥 Cast profile
6 sectionsCast & Crew
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DirectorFrank Darabont
WritingFrank DarabontStephen King
CastTim RobbinsMorgan FreemanBob GuntonWilliam SadlerClancy Brown
ProductionNiki MarvinDavid V. LesterLiz Glotzer
MusicThomas NewmanPaul ZydelTommy Morgan
CinematographyRoger DeakinsTim.L.armstutzBrian 'Buzz' Buzzelli
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Commercial performance analysis
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⚠️Soft performer1.13x
💱Analysis currency: USD
Commercial takeaway
Revenue crossed the budget line with a thin margin
The release covered its reported production cost, but the commercial cushion remained narrow.
Quick pulse
Weak return
💹 Return multiple: 1.13x📈 ROI: +13%🧾 Soft performer
💰Budget
$25M25 million USD
Reported production cost in USD.
🌍Worldwide revenue
$28.3M28.3 million USD
Total reported box office return in USD.
⚠️Commercial gap
+$3.3M+3.3 million USD
Gap between revenue and budget.
⚠️Return multiple
1.13x1.13x
How many times revenue covered the budget.
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Budget: $25M • Revenue: $28.3M • Commercial gap: +$3.3M ROI +13%
This commercial analysis compares the release budget, total revenue, commercial gap, and return multiple to explain the final box office position. — Covered budget with a limited margin.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
Financial data is based on available sources and may be updated when official or newer figures become available.
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Cast & crew
Tim Robbins
Andy Dufresne
Morgan Freeman
Ellis Boyd 'Red' Redding
Bob Gunton
Warden Norton
William Sadler
Heywood
Clancy Brown
Captain Byron T. Hadley
Gil Bellows
Tommy
James Whitmore
Brooks Hatlen
Mark Rolston
Bogs Diamond
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Jeffrey DeMunn
1946 D.A.
Larry Brandenburg
Skeet
Neil Giuntoli
Jigger
Brian Libby
Floyd
David Proval
Snooze
Joseph Ragno
Ernie
Director: Frank Darabont
❓ FAQ
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1How does The Shawshank Redemption depict the prison atmosphere in the 1940s?
The movie portrays the harsh prison life of the 1940s through Andy’s experience at Shawshank, highlighting the exploitation by the corrupt warden and the challenging environment among inmates, reflecting the era’s grim and oppressive setting.
2Who is The Shawshank Redemption specifically suitable for based on its story and drama?
This film is ideal for fans of psychological drama and stories about resilience and hope, especially viewers interested in human relationships and challenges within a prison setting.
3What kind of dramatic experience can viewers expect from watching The Shawshank Redemption?
Viewers can expect a deep drama focusing on internal struggles and relationships inside prison, emphasizing hope and resilience against injustice, without relying on fast-paced action or suspense.
4What is the main storyline of The Shawshank Redemption without revealing the ending?
The story centers on Andy, a banker wrongfully imprisoned, who uses his skills to earn inmates’ respect and confront prison corruption, holding on to hope despite harsh conditions.
5What distinguishes The Shawshank Redemption among prison dramas?
The film stands out by focusing on human relationships and hope as sustaining forces, along with realistic portrayals of prisoners and their interactions, unlike prison films relying solely on violence or suspense.
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