The protagonist, a skilled mechanic wrongfully transferred to a brutal maximum-security prison as revenge by Warden Drumgoole. He endures severe mistreatment, builds a Mustang with fellow inmates, and survives solitary confinement. After being stabbed and betrayed during an escape attempt, he captures Drumgoole, extracts a legal confession, and secures his release to reunite with his girlfriend.
Fellow inmate who becomes a close friend and collaborator in the car project.
Inmate who initially betrays Leone for early release but redeems himself through sacrifice.
Dominant inmate who enforces the warden's violent will against Leone.
Guard captain who opposes the warden's cruelty and supports Leone's survival.
Vengeful warden versus principled prisoner locked in a deadly power struggle.
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