The Shawshank Redemption. Poster of the 1994 movie and cover of the 1982 book, Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption
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Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption
Stephen King, 1982
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Frank Darabont, 1994

In the late 1940s, Andy Dufresne receives two consecutive life sentences for the murders of his wife and her lover. Despite maintaining his innocence, Andy finds himself incarcerated in Shawshank Prison, where he must adapt to the harsh and competitive environment of prison life. As a reserved banker in the outside world, Andy learns to navigate the brutality of his new surroundings. Over time, his quiet resilience garners the respect of both fellow inmates and prison staff alike.


El Deafo. Poster of the 2022 TV series and cover of the 2014 comic book
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El Deafo
Cece Bell, 2014
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Gilly Fogg, 2022

After losing her hearing, Cece learns to navigate school and making new friends, all through the help of her superhero alter ego named El Deafo.


Gen V. Poster of the 2023 TV series and cover of the 2009 comic book, The Boys: We Gotta Go Now
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The Boys: We Gotta Go Now
Garth Ennis, Darick Robertson, 2009
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Craig Rosenberg, 2023-

Set in the universe of The Boys, Gen V delves into the initial generation of superheroes who are aware that their powers are a result of Compound V. These individuals push their physical and ethical limits as they vie for the coveted top position at their school.


The Hurricane. Poster of the 1999 movie and cover of the 1991 book, Lazarus and the Hurricane
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Lazarus and the Hurricane
Sam Chaiton, Terry Swinton, 1991
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Norman Jewison, 1999

The story of middleweight boxer Rubin ‘The Hurricane’ Carter, who was convicted of committing a triple murder in a bar in Paterson, New Jersey. The film concentrates on Rubin Carter’s life between 1966 and 1985. It describes his fight against the conviction for triple murder and how he copes with nearly 20 years in prison.


The Hurricane. Poster of the 1999 movie and cover of the 1974 book, The Sixteenth Round
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The Sixteenth Round
Rubin Carter, 1974
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Norman Jewison, 1999

The story of middleweight boxer Rubin ‘The Hurricane’ Carter, who was convicted of committing a triple murder in a bar in Paterson, New Jersey. The film concentrates on Rubin Carter’s life between 1966 and 1985. It describes his fight against the conviction for triple murder and how he copes with nearly 20 years in prison.


The Express. Poster of the 2008 movie and cover of the 1983 book, Ernie Davis: The Elmira Express
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Ernie Davis: The Elmira Express
Robert C. Gallagher, 1983
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Gary Fleder, 2008

Based on the incredible true story, “The Express” follows the inspirational life of college football player Ernie Davis, the first African-American to win the Heisman Trophy. Following his draft by the NFL, tragedy struck the star athlete and he was never able to take the professional field. But his tale would forever change the face of professional sports.


Starship Troopers. Poster of the 1997 movie and cover of the 1959 book
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Starship Troopers
Robert A. Heinlein, 1959
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Paul Verhoeven, 1997

In the 23rd century, while colonizing new planets, humans have encountered a hostile non-technological insectoid species known as Arachnids, but commonly referred to as Bugs. After graduating from high school in Buenos Aires, John Johnny Rico, his girlfriend Carmen Ibanez, and psychic best friend Carl Jenkins enlist in the Federal Service, despite Rico’s parents’ disapproval of military service.


Love, Lies and Murder. Poster of the 1991 TV series and cover of the 1991 book, If You Really Loved Me
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If You Really Loved Me
Ann Rule, 1991
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Robert Markowitz, 1991

In 1985, computer expert David A. Brown enlists the help of two teenage girls to murder his wife. He manipulates the girls into committing the crime and plans the murder himself. As the investigation progresses, it reveals Brown’s web of deceit and manipulation, which is ultimately exposed in a series of shocking revelations.


Dumb Money. Poster of the 2023 movie and cover of the 2021 book, The Antisocial Network
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The Antisocial Network
Ben Mezrich, 2021
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Craig Gillespie, 2023

The ultimate narrative of David challenging Goliath, drawing from the astonishing real-life account of ordinary individuals who completely changed the dynamics of Wall Street. They achieved wealth by transforming GameStop into the most sought-after company on a global scale.


Stronger. Poster of the 2017 movie and cover of the 2014 book
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Stronger
Jeff Bauman, Bret Witter, 2014
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David Gordon Green, 2017

Jeff Bauman is a well-intentioned but underachieving Boston native who works at the deli counter of a Costco and lives in a small two-bedroom apartment with his alcoholic mother Patty. After learning that Erin is running in the Boston Marathon to raise money for the hospital she works at, Jeff asks every patron in the bar to donate and then promises Erin he’ll wait at the finish line for her with a big sign.


Warcraft. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the 2006 book, Cycle of Hatred
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Cycle of Hatred
Keith R.A. DeCandido, 2006
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Duncan Jones, 2016

Draenor, homeworld to the orcs, is being torn apart by a mysterious force known as fel magic. The orcs raid several settlements throughout Azeroth. Despite Orgrim’s objections, Durotan meets with Llane secretly to unite the Frostwolf Clan and the humans against Gul’dan, but the group is ambushed by Blackhand.


Warcraft. Poster of the 2016 movie and cover of the book novelization
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WarcrafT
Christie Golden, 2016
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Duncan Jones, 2016

Draenor, homeworld to the orcs, is being torn apart by a mysterious force known as fel magic. The orcs raid several settlements throughout Azeroth. Despite Orgrim’s objections, Durotan meets with Llane secretly to unite the Frostwolf Clan and the humans against Gul’dan, but the group is ambushed by Blackhand.