The Netflix show Inside the World’s Toughest Prisons provides a deeper look into correctional facilities and the rehabilitation system. It is an intriguing watch, filled with multiple moments of thrill and drama.
If you loved the show and are aching to watch something similar, then here are five recommendations that you can stick to.
1. Prison Break(2005-2017)
The fan-favorite cult series Prison Break is right at the top of the genre. Centered around the concept of eloping in a high-security prison, it tells the story of an engineer, who embarks on a mission to save his falsely accused brother from a death punishment. The catch is the same prison structure, that the engineer helped to design himself.
There are a total of five seasons in the series, with an average length of 42-44 minutes per episode. It can be a long weekend binge, but one completely worth your while. Stream the series on Dinsey+Hotstar.
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2. The Night Of (2016)
The plot of this HBO series revolves around a series of unfortunate events. A man, who goes by the name of Nasir Khan gives a lift to an unknown woman. He then immediately regrets the decision when the lady wounds up dead, and he is the prime accused. Nasir must prove his innocence and get himself out of the bars.
The series is a must-watch thrilling drama, that will leave you in awe with its cliffhangers. It only has one season with a total of eight episodes, that you can stream on Disney+Hotstar.
3. Orange Is the New Black(2013-19)
The compelling Netflix drama is about a drug transporter who is arrested after years of smuggling. It showcases the tough life inside the prison, and what impact it has on the inmates. The series has a fanbase of its own and promises to be an enthralling watch.
The show comprises seven seasons and 91 episodes, all of which are available to stream on Netflix.
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4. Oz(1997-2003)
The classic American drama Oz is about prison inmates and rehabilitation practices. The main elements of the show are power and survival in the Oswald State Correctional Facility, shortened as Oz. During the course of its run, the show was nominated for Emmy awards and also won the Satellite Award for Best Actor.
You can stream the entire show on Hulu.
5. Buried(2003)
The short-lived crime drama Buried starring Lennie James and Stephen Walters, is one of the highest-rated genre shows. The main plot of the show is about a man named Lee Kingley, who is sentenced to 10 years, for a firearm-related crime. If you are in the mood for a quick and sharp binge, then look no further.
There are a total of eight episodes that you can stream on Channel 4.
Tell us your favorite prison drama in the comment section below. Meanwhile, Inside the World’s Toughest Prisons is available to stream on Netflix.
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