Popularity comparison

The Shawshank Redemption vs Good Will Hunting

Movie Popularity Comparison by Buzz Score

UpdatedJune 10, 2026

By current Buzz Score, The Shawshank Redemption is the most popular at 5.9, followed by Good Will Hunting at 3.1. The Shawshank Redemption has the highest 1-Year Buzz Score at 6.2. The Shawshank Redemption has the highest Peak Buzz Score at 13.0 during Mar 30 – Apr 28, 2020.

Current Buzz ScoreJune 9, 2026

The Shawshank Redemption5.966% · #95 in Film

Good Will Hunting3.134% · #311 in Film

1-Year AverageDaily average

The Shawshank Redemption6.258% · #95 in Film

Good Will Hunting4.542% · #175 in Film

Peak Buzz ScoreHighest 30-day average

The Shawshank Redemption13.062% · #750 in Film · Mar 30 – Apr 28, 2020

Good Will Hunting8.138% · #1,119 in Film · Dec 10, 2022 – Jan 8, 2023

Buzz Score Over Time

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