Why is Shawshank Redemption rated the highest at IMDb?
There are a few reasons why it is still the number one rated movie (on IMDb anyway,) it has a timeless story about the little guy being wrongly punished, and eventually triumphing over adversity to win the day/ get revenge. Originally Answered: Why is Shawshank Redemption rated the highest at IMDB? The IMDb War!
Was Shawshank Redemption a flop?
One of the most surprising box office flops is a movie that has since become widely regarded as a cinematic masterpiece – The Shawshank Redemption. Based on Stephen King’s novella Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption, the film generated just $16 million during its initial theatrical run.
What is the IMDb rating of Shawshank Redemption?
User Ratings
| Top 1000 Voters | US Users | Non-US Users |
|---|---|---|
| 8.9 897 | 9.3 341,152 | 9.2 917,422 |
Is there going to be a Shawshank Redemption 2?
MIDDLETON (CAP) – Castle Rock Entertainment has confirmed reports that it will make a sequel to its beloved 1994 film The Shawshank Redemption, chronicling the further adventures of characters Andy Dufresne and Ellis Boyd “Red” Redding, to be filmed partially in Massachusetts.
Is Shawshank the best movie ever?
The Shawshank Redemption has been voted the best film of all time after thousands of LADbible readers responded to a poll on Twitter featuring the top four ranked movies on IMDb. The Shawshank Redemption stars Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman as two prisoners who strike up a friendship whilst spending time on the inside.
Did Shawshank Redemption win any Oscars?
Japan Academy Prize for Outstanding Foreign Language Film
American Society of Cinematographers Award for Outstanding Achievement in Cinematography in Theatrical Releases
The Shawshank Redemption/Awards
What is Morgan Freeman’s age?
84 years (June 1, 1937)
Morgan Freeman/Age
Morgan Freeman was born on June 1, 1937, in Memphis, Tennessee. He is the son of Mamie Edna (née Revere; 1912–2000), a teacher, and Morgan Porterfield Freeman (July 6, 1915 – April 27, 1961), a barber, who died of cirrhosis in 1961. He has three older siblings.
Can a 12 year old watch The Shawshank Redemption?
Edgy coming-of-age story isn’t for young kids. Compassionate movie, but has stereotypes, violence, cursing.
Which movie has highest IMDb rating?
IMDb Top 250 Movies
- The Shawshank Redemption (1994) 9.2.
- The Godfather (1972) 9.1.
- The Godfather: Part II (1974) 9.0.
- The Dark Knight (2008) 9.0.
- 12 Angry Men (1957) 8.9.
- Schindler’s List (1993) 8.9.
- The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King (2003) 8.9.
- Pulp Fiction (1994) 8.8.
Which movie has best IMDb rating?
How much money did Andy give red?
5) The book mentions that Andy smuggled $100 into Shawshank via his, yet to be tapped, rectum; which is how he pays Red the $10 for the rock hammer.