Plot — 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.
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| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2015 |
| Genre | Thriller, Drama, History |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 122 min |
| Audience Score | 68% (6.8/10, 1,014 votes) |
The Stanford Prison Experiment — FAQ
Is The Stanford Prison Experiment worth watching? The Stanford Prison Experiment holds a 6.8/10 rating from 1,014 viewers. 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 s
Who directed The Stanford Prison Experiment? Directed by Kyle Patrick Alvarez.
Who is in the cast of The Stanford Prison Experiment? It stars Billy Crudup, Michael Angarano, Ezra Miller, Tye Sheridan, Olivia Thirlby, Nelsan Ellis and more.
Where can I stream The Stanford Prison Experiment? You can stream The Stanford Prison Experiment on Philo, AMC Plus Apple TV channel, AMC+ Amazon Channel, AMC+ Roku Premium Channel, AMC+, Sundance Now. Availability may vary by region.
When did The Stanford Prison Experiment release? It released in 2015.
