The Shawshank Redemption Box Office & Budget
Drama • Castle Rock Entertainment / Columbia
2.93x Production Recoup Multiple
Tim Robbins Lead Star Synergy
Executive Box Office BriefingTTMI™ MODELDOCUMENTED 2026
The Shawshank Redemption has generated a documented worldwide box office gross of $73.3 Million against an estimated net production budget of $25.0 Million. Under standard Hollywood theatrical distribution models (2.5× budget recoupment), the breakeven threshold was established at $62.5M, yielding a status of Theatrically Profitable (2.93× gross multiple).
Streaming Availability & Theatrical Exclusivity Window
Theatrical-to-Digital Release TimelineTheatrical Debut
45-day exclusive theatrical run
Digital PVOD
Apple TV, Prime Video, Fandango
SVOD Streaming
Castle Rock Entertainment / Columbia / Major Streamer
Physical Media
4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray & Steelbook
Ensemble Cast & Creative Architects
Billed Talent & Direct Wealth Details & ConnectionsPrincipal Theatrical Cast
Tim Robbins
Lead Star
Morgan Freeman
Principal Cast
Bob Gunton
Principal Cast
William Sadler
Principal Cast
Clancy Brown
Principal CastCreative Department Heads & Producers
Castle Rock Entertainment / Columbia
Major Hollywood StudioLead Star Salary & Equity Contract
Tim Robbins
A-List LeadNet Worth: $25.0 Million
Theatrical Narrative & Production Overview
Over the course of several years, two convicts form a friendship, seeking solace and, eventually, redemption through basic compassion.
Ensemble Cast
Production & Studio Data
Theatrical Box Office Showdown
Head-to-Head Theatrical Financial Faceoffs
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The Shawshank Redemption vs. Avatar
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The Shawshank Redemption vs. Avengers: Endgame
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