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Prison (1987)

Movie ★ 5.8 102 min

After Charles Forsyth was sent to the electric chair for a crime he didn't commit, he forever haunts the prison where he was executed. Flash forward several years when the prison is reopened, under the control of its new warden Eaton Sharpe, a former security guard who framed Charlie. When prisoners are ordered to break down the wall to the execution room, they unknowingly release the angry spirit of Charles Forsyth, a powerful being distributing his murderous rage to all, leading up to the Warden himself.

Renny Harlin Director

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Quick facts

Released
December 8, 1987
Runtime
102 min
Rating
R
Budget
$4.0M
Box office
$354,704
IMDb
tt0095904
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Cast

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Frequently asked questions

What is Prison about?
After Charles Forsyth was sent to the electric chair for a crime he didn't commit, he forever haunts the prison where he was executed. Flash forward several years when the prison is reopened, under the control of its new warden Eaton Sharpe, a former security guard who framed Charlie. When prisoners are ordered to break down the wall to the execution room, they unknowingly release the angry spirit of Charles Forsyth, a powerful being distributing his murderous rage to all, leading up to the Warden himself.
Who directed Prison?
Prison was directed by Renny Harlin.
Who stars in Prison?
Prison stars Viggo Mortensen, Chelsea Field, Lane Smith, Lincoln Kilpatrick.
When was Prison released?
Prison is a 1987 crime, horror, thriller, drama film.
Where can I watch Prison?
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