Shawshank Redemption

Theatrical - Wide 1994-09-23

Cast Tim Robbins Morgan Freeman Clancy Brown Gil Bellows Bob Gunton William Sadler
Directed by Frank Darabont
Written by Frank Darabont

Genres: Crime Drama Mystery

Synopsis

After the murder of his wife, hotshot banker Andrew Dufresne is sent to Shawshank Prison, where the usual unpleasantness occurs. Over the years, he retains hope and eventually gains the respect of his fellow inmates, especially longtime convict “Red” Redding, a black marketeer, and becomes influential within the prison. Eventually, Andrew achieves his ends on his own terms.

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