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6.8/10 2015 2h 2m Released

They were given 2 weeks. It lasted 6 days.

In 1971, Stanford's Professor Philip Zimbardo conducts a controversial psychology experiment in which college students pretend to be either prisoners or guards, but the proceedings soon get out of hand. Based on a true story.

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Top Cast

Billy Crudup
Billy Crudup
Dr. Philip Zimbardo
Michael Angarano
Michael Angarano
Christopher Archer
Ezra Miller
Ezra Miller
Daniel Culp / Prisoner 8612
Tye Sheridan
Tye Sheridan
Peter Mitchell / Prisoner 819
Olivia Thirlby
Olivia Thirlby
Dr. Christina Maslach
Nelsan Ellis
Nelsan Ellis
Jesse Fletcher
Moisés Arias
Moisés Arias
Anthony Carroll
Nicholas Braun
Nicholas Braun
Karl Vandy
Gaius Charles
Gaius Charles
Paul Vogel
Keir Gilchrist
Keir Gilchrist
John Lovett
Ki Hong Lee
Ki Hong Lee
Gavin Lee / Prisoner 3401
Thomas Mann
Thomas Mann
Prisoner 416
Logan Miller
Logan Miller
Jerry Sherman / Prisoner 5486
Johnny Simmons
Johnny Simmons
Jeff Jansen / Prisoner 1037
James Wolk
James Wolk
Mike Penny
Matt Bennett
Matt Bennett
Kyle Parker

Reviews

Reno 7/10

**Be cautious about what you're signing for!** Do you remember the Kubrick's film 'A Clockwork Orange', well, I'm not saying it is the same or similar film or storyline, but it reminded how it affects those people who are involved in a similar kind experiment. This is not too violent like that film, but it has its share where some might feel uncomfortable. Except in the opening and some other parts, the entire…

John Chard 7/10

Another very worthwhile production of a chilling real life experiment. The Stanford Prison Experiment makes for compelling reading/viewing, whichever format you choose to partake in, it's science gone bonkers and has the power to chill the blood. Did we need another film version? Especially since Das Experiment (2001) is an outstanding film and clearly the one that is recommended as a first port of call on the…

r96sk 7/10

I don't think they quite nailed what they were going for with this film, but I can't deny it does make for fairly uncomfortable viewing - which is the intention, I guess. <em>'The Stanford Prison Experiment'</em> has a very localised and low-budget feel to it, things that arguably actually enhance the vibe of the production. The acting is up-and-down, while the run time is too long. Billy Crudup is very good…

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FAQ about The Stanford Prison Experiment

What is The Stanford Prison Experiment about?
In 1971, Stanford's Professor Philip Zimbardo conducts a controversial psychology experiment in which college students pretend to be either prisoners or guards, but the proceedings soon get out of hand. Based on a true story.
When was The Stanford Prison Experiment released?
The Stanford Prison Experiment was released in 2015.
What genres does The Stanford Prison Experiment belong to?
The Stanford Prison Experiment is categorised as Thriller, Drama, History.
Who stars in The Stanford Prison Experiment?
The cast of The Stanford Prison Experiment includes Billy Crudup, Michael Angarano, Ezra Miller, Tye Sheridan, Olivia Thirlby.