| Actor | Character | Firearm | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bob Gunton | Warden Samuel Norton | Smith & Wesson Model 10 | snub nosed |
| Clancy Brown | Capt. Byron Hadley | M14 Rifle | - |
| Jeffrey DeMunn | District Attorney | Colt Police Positive | - |
| Paul McCrane | Guard Trout | Winchester Model 12 | - |
| Tim Robbins | Andy Dufresne | Colt Detective Special | - |