The 1994 film The Shawshank Redemption, directed by Frank Darabont, tells the story of Andy Dufresne, a banker sentenced to life in Shawshank State Penitentiary for the murder of his wife. While in prison, Andy befriends another inmate named Red and helps the prisoners maintain their humanity despite the inhumane conditions. The film received seven Oscar nominations including for Best Picture and acting nods for Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins. It was a commercial success, grossing $58 million worldwide against a $25 million budget.