🎙️ The Shawshank Redemption (1994) is one of the most beloved film adaptations of all time—but how does it stack up against Stephen King’s original novella, Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption?

In this episode of King Sized, Laramy Wells is joined by Bethany Wells and Nicholas Pepin (Pop Culture Roulette) to dig into the similarities, the changes, and the legacy of this classic. We’ll talk about Frank Darabont’s direction, Tim Robbins and Morgan Freeman’s iconic performances, the story’s themes of hope and freedom, and why this film—once overlooked at the Oscars—became one of the most enduring favorites in cinema history.

Is Shawshank King’s greatest adaptation? Let’s find out.