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title: "Prison of Secrets"
year: 1997
canonical_url: "https://www.archytele.com/show/prison-of-secrets-1997"
media_type: "movie"
tmdb_id: 158729
imdb_id: "tt0119950"
status: "Released"
runtime_minutes: 92
community_rating: 5.2
vote_count: 8
content_rating: "PG-13"
---

# Prison of Secrets (1997) — Television & Cinema Intelligence Dossier

> **Archytele Living Vault Canonical Record**: https://www.archytele.com/show/prison-of-secrets-1997

## Executive Summary & Cultural Positioning

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Title: Prison of Secrets
Year: 1997
Format: American television film
Director: Fred Gerber
Genres: Drama, TV Movie, Crime
Release Date: 03/16/1997 (US)
Runtime: 1h 32m
Rating: PG-13
Basis: Based on a true story
Plot: Focuses on a female prison inmate who fights for women's rights while in jail.
Characters/Cast:
Lynn Schaffer (played by Stephanie Zimbalist): Willfully irresponsible, gets fired, refuses plea-bargain, gets 10 years in a women's jail wing.
Larry Schaffer (played by Gary Frank): Lynn's husband, runs her appeal, runs the household, and manages their spoiled daughter. He has a radio show.
Angie (played by Finola Hughes).
Sergeant Ed

## The Hook & The Verdict

## Streaming Availability Matrix

| Region | Stream (Subscription) | Free / Ads | Rent / Buy |
| :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- |
| **United States (US)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Amazon Prime Video Free with Ads, Tubi TV, Amazon MX Player | Amazon Video, Apple TV Store, Google Play Movies |
| **Canada (CA)** | Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads | Tubi TV | None |

## Creative Credits

- **Directed by**: Fred Gerber
- **Networks / Studios**: Carroll Newman Productions, Hearst Entertainment Productions, Lifetime

## Key Cast Continuity

- **Stephanie Zimbalist** as *Lynn Schaffer*
- **Finola Hughes** as *Angie*
- **Gary Frank** as *Larry Schaffer*
- **Rusty Schwimmer** as *Carla*
- **Kimberly Russell** as *Frannie*
- **Tasia Valenza** as *Maria*
- **Joel Polis** as *Brad*
- **Dale Dickey** as *Harriet*
- **Paige Moss** as *Betsy*
- **Stephanie Sawyer** as *Carey*

## Canonical Frequently Asked Questions

### Q: Where can I stream or watch Prison of Secrets online?
Prison of Secrets is currently available to watch or stream on Amazon Prime Video, Amazon Prime Video with Ads, Amazon Video, Apple TV Store. Check our live regional availability tracker above for latest direct streaming, subscription, rent, or purchase options.

### Q: Is Prison of Secrets worth watching?
Prison of Secrets holds a community rating of 5.2/10 based on 8 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama, TV Movie for fans of the genre.

### Q: How long is the movie Prison of Secrets and when was it released?
Prison of Secrets is a feature film with a runtime of 92 minutes. It was released in 1997. Release status: Released.

### Q: Who directed Prison of Secrets?
Prison of Secrets was directed by Fred Gerber.

## Grounded Source Citations

- [Prison of Secrets — The Movie Database (TMDB)](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/158729)
- [Prison of Secrets - Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prison_of_Secrets)
- [Prison of Secrets (1997) - Cast & Crew - The Movie Database ...](https://www.themoviedb.org/movie/158729-prison-of-secrets/cast)
- [Prison of Secrets (1997) Full Cast & Crew - Plex](https://watch.plex.tv/movie/prison-of-secrets/credits)
- [Prison of Secrets Cast: Stephanie Zimbalist, Finola Hughes & More](https://www.moviefone.com/movie/prison-of-secrets/THKB5JXiq3p25IKXHu9bB2/credits/)
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