If you're looking for a movie with a similar theme, you could explore films that explore themes of redemption, second chances, and the complexities of identity, such as:
* The Shawshank Redemption (1994): A story about a wrongly convicted man who finds hope and redemption in prison.
* Dead Man Walking (1995): A powerful drama about a nun who counsels a death row inmate.
* The Green Mile (1999): A story about a prison guard who befriends a death row inmate with supernatural abilities.
* The Pursuit of Happyness (2006): A heartwarming story about a struggling single father who never gives up on his dreams.
You might also enjoy searching for films based on other O. Henry stories, as his work often explores similar themes of unexpected twists and turns in human experience.