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Tim Robbins Credits One Man For “The Shawshank Redemption” Finding Its Audience
DeadlineStory by Caroline Frost
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Shawshank star Tim Robbins reveals the unlikely hero who helped the iconic film find its footing and endure as a Hollywood classic.
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- Ted Turner's programming pivot on his fledgling TBS network in the early 90s gave The Shawshank Redemption its first big break, exposing the film to a wider audience and kickstarting its journey to cult status.
- Robbins credits Turner's decision to repeatedly air the film on TBS as a key factor in the movie's longevity, saying it allowed the story to build a devoted fanbase over time that endures to this day.
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Tim Robbins, Ted Turner, The Shawshank Redemption