1994 · movie · R · 2h 22m
The Shawshank Redemption
Fear can hold you prisoner. Hope can set you free.
Is The Shawshank Redemption on Netflix?
No. The Shawshank Redemption (1994) is not on Netflix, or on any of the other seven major US subscription services, right now.
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 his accounting skills to work for an amoral warden. During his long stretch in prison, Dufresne comes to be admired by the other inmates -- including an older prisoner named Red -- for his integrity and unquenchable sense of hope.
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How we got to 86.7
Critic and audience ratings set the number. Popularity, Top 10 position and recency can only lift it, never sink it. Full method.
| Signal | Value | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| TMDB | 8.7/10 | 100% of base score |
| Popularity | 62 | none |
The Shawshank Redemption: common questions
Is The Shawshank Redemption on Netflix?
No. The Shawshank Redemption (1994) is not on Netflix, or on any of the other seven major US subscription services, right now.
Where can I watch The Shawshank Redemption?
The Shawshank Redemption (1994) is not included with any major US streaming subscription right now. It may be available to rent or buy.
Is The Shawshank Redemption worth watching?
It scores 86.7/100 on our blended rating, which puts it in A-tier: excellent.
How long is The Shawshank Redemption?
The Shawshank Redemption runs 2h 22m (142 minutes).
What is The Shawshank Redemption rated?
The Shawshank Redemption is rated R in the US.
Who is in The Shawshank Redemption?
The Shawshank Redemption stars Tim Robbins, Morgan Freeman, Bob Gunton, William Sadler.
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Availability last verified September 23, 2026. Ratings from TMDB. Streaming data from JustWatch via TMDB.