
Stanford Prison Experiment: Psychology of Imprisonment
Synopsis
The Stanford prison experiment was a landmark psychological study of the human response to captivity, in particular, to the real world circumstances of prison life, and the effects of imposed social roles on behaviour. It was conducted in 1971 by a team of researchers led by Philip Zimbardo of Stanford University.
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June 6, 1991
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Philip Zimbardo
- Original Title
- Stanford Prison Experiment: Psychology of Imprisonment
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 51m
- Production Studios
- Stanford Instructional Television Network
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Philip Zimbardo
Ken Musen
Philip Zimbardo
Department Leadership Roster
Philip Zimbardo
Director
Ken Musen
Editor
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PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.
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What is Stanford Prison Experiment: Psychology of Imprisonment about?
The Stanford prison experiment was a landmark psychological study of the human response to captivity, in particular, to the real world circumstances of prison life, and the effects of imposed social roles on behaviour. It was conducted in 1971 by a team of researchers led by Philip Zimbardo of Stanford University.
Who directed Stanford Prison Experiment: Psychology of Imprisonment?
Stanford Prison Experiment: Psychology of Imprisonment was directed by Philip Zimbardo.
Who stars in Stanford Prison Experiment: Psychology of Imprisonment?
The principal cast of Stanford Prison Experiment: Psychology of Imprisonment includes Philip Zimbardo.
When was Stanford Prison Experiment: Psychology of Imprisonment released and how long is it?
Stanford Prison Experiment: Psychology of Imprisonment was released in 1991 with a total runtime of 51m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Stanford Prison Experiment: Psychology of Imprisonment?
Stanford Prison Experiment: Psychology of Imprisonment holds official age classifications: US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).




















