The Experiment(2010)- Production Details

Poster of The Experiment

Synopsis

A psychodrama based on the true story of a group of scientists who organized 20 people to carry out a psychological experiment for a cash reward. The chosen individuals are made to play the roles of both prison guards and prisoners to see how they behave in these positions. The guards are told to maintain order without the use of force, but once a revolt errupts, tragedy strikes.

Production Details

In Theaters

  • 2010

MPAA Rating

R (for strong disturbing violence including a rape, language, some sexual content and nudity)

Genres

Drama, Thriller, Remake

Run Time

96 hours

Distributors

Sony Pictures Releasing

Also Known As

  • Das Experiment
  • The Experiment (Remake)

Production Status

Released

Filming Locations

  • Des Moines, Iowa, USA

Produced In

United States

Directors