Turning to Stone (1985): cast, story & where to watch

1985 · Film · ★ 3.5

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Released in 1985, Turning to Stone is a drama and tv movie film directed by Eric Till, running about 100 minutes.

What it’s about. Alison Campbell was sentenced to seven years after trying to smuggle drugs into Canada. This hard-hitting film tells the story of how she survived the prison system,and sacrificed herself to protect her inmates and saved her own sanity.

Who’s in it. Turning to Stone stars Nicky Guadagni as Allison Campbell, Shirley Douglas as Lena, Bernard Behrens as Prof. Campbell and Anne Anglin as Sharon, among others.

How it landed. With an audience score of 3.5/10, Turning to Stone has proved divisive with audiences.

Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Turning to Stone page.

If you liked it. Fans of Turning to Stone tend to enjoy The Shawshank Redemption, The Godfather, Schindler's List and The Godfather Part II.

Frequently asked

Where can I watch Turning to Stone (1985)?
Streaming, rental and purchase options for Turning to Stone change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
Is Turning to Stone worth watching?
Turning to Stone holds an audience score of 3.5 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and tv movie. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
Who stars in Turning to Stone?
Turning to Stone stars Nicky Guadagni, Shirley Douglas, Bernard Behrens, Anne Anglin and Jackie Richardson.
When was Turning to Stone released?
Turning to Stone was released in 1985, with a runtime of about 100 minutes.