"The Green Mile" is a novel by Stephen King that was published in 1996. It tells the story of death row inmates at a prison in the 1930s, focusing on the experiences of Paul Edgecomb, a prison guard. The narrative explores themes of compassion, justice, and the supernatural, particularly through the character of John Coffey, a man with extraordinary healing abilities. The story is set on the "Green Mile," the nickname for the corridor leading to the execution chamber. The novel was later adapted into a successful film in 1999, starring Tom Hanks as Paul Edgecomb and Michael Clarke Duncan as John Coffey. The film received critical acclaim and highlighted the moral dilemmas faced by those involved in the justice system.