“It took going behind bars to keep them out.”
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Scared Straight! (1978) – Official Trailer, Cast & Details
Scared Straight! at a Glance
Scared Straight! is a 1978 documentary film from director Arnold Shapiro, with a cast led by Peter Falk. It runs 52 minutes and came out on November 2, 1978. Scared Straight! has a TMDB rating of 7.5 out of 10 based on 14 votes.
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The filmed depiction of a program where convicts tell troubled kids about the horrors of prison life. Preserved by the Academy Film Archive in 2007.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Scared Straight!
What is the release date of Scared Straight!?
Scared Straight! was released on November 2, 1978.
How long is Scared Straight!?
Scared Straight! runs 52 minutes (52 minutes).
Who is in the cast of Scared Straight!?
Scared Straight! stars Peter Falk as Narration (voice).
Who directed Scared Straight!?
Scared Straight! was directed by Arnold Shapiro. The screenplay is credited to Arnold Shapiro.
What kind of movie is Scared Straight!?
Scared Straight! is listed on TMDB as a documentary film.
What is the TMDB score of Scared Straight!?
On TMDB it has an average user score of 7.5/10 from 14 votes.
Is Scared Straight! part of a movie series?
Yes. On TMDB, Scared Straight! belongs to the Scared Straight Collection.
What should I watch if I liked Scared Straight!?
Movies TMDB recommends alongside Scared Straight! include Anna Nicole Smith: You Don't Know Me (2023), Naqoyqatsi (2002), Seven Up! (1964), 21 Up (1977) and Evil Influencer: The Jodi Hildebrandt Story (2025).
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