Along with previously unseen footage, the film crew for this series shares their behind-the-scenes experiences capturing life within prison walls.
Where to Watch Season 1
20 Episodes
Seg
E1
SegSegregation or solitary confinement remains a controversial issue at both prisons and jails. The show's crew looks at various inmates' experiences.
Rock Bottom
E2
Rock BottomBooking departments see men and women at their worst: drunk, high or a danger to themselves or others. Addiction has led users into lives of crime.
Unraveling the Truth
E3
Unraveling the TruthOne of the toughest parts of making the show: getting behind the facade and unearthing the inmates' real stories. Producers offer their side.
Trouble in Tulsa
E4
Trouble in TulsaTroublemakers are riveting. The producers look at jails' strategies to control them and dig into the stories behind the people causing the furor.
Severed Ties
E5
Severed TiesOne county jail inmate's story focuses on a complex case, as clues emerge in a notorious sex slave mystery.
No Boys Allowed
E6
No Boys AllowedCrews were surprised to learn that incarcerated women can be tougher to manage than men. The producers talk to a "pod boss" and find a "comedian."
A Brotherhood of Gangs
E7
A Brotherhood of GangsGangs are a major challenge for jails in big cities. The families formed on the inside can dramatically impact the inmates' families on the outside.
View from the Crew
E8
View from the CrewGo behind the scenes as the crew brings in the gear and discovers the stories, including the most memorable rappers and Oakland hip-hopper Dru Down.
The Gang Investigators
E9
The Gang InvestigatorsDaily gang problems are the main concern for gang investigators. Each one takes a unique approach, but Cleveland's Big Sam McClarin stands out.
The Flip Side
E10
The Flip SideThe producers examine questionable cases. A Marine looks at a murder charge, and a gay inmate pays the price for adhering to the convict code.
LOL … JK
E11
LOL … JKWTF is the operative acronym in prison -- standing for workouts, tattoos and food. Inmates' unique regimens, body art and bad chow come into focus.
Lasting Impressions
E12
Lasting ImpressionsThe crew recalls the most memorable people and aspects of prison life, including transgender inmates and aspiring stars.
Ain't No Hotel
E13
Ain't No HotelThe crew uncovers shocking stories at "America's toughest jail," overseen by the controversial Sheriff Joe Arpaio, in Arizona's Maricopa County.
Doomed Decisions
E14
Doomed DecisionsThe producers detail their process. They get to know dozens of inmates, follow the action and have a knack for unearthing unexpected stories.
Hardcore
E15
HardcoreGet the background on the toughest stories. A female producer covers a masturbation issue in Alabama. A rapist in New Mexico shares grisly details.
Livin' the Life
E16
Livin' the LifeSurviving behind bars means adapting. One crafty inmate concocts unusual weapons. Feline friendship and creative cooking make prison life bearable.
Predatory Behavior
E17
Predatory BehaviorNotorious inmates divulge the secrets behind their shocking acts. A made man reveals his spiritual studies, as an inmate admits he enjoys violence.
Harsh Reality
E18
Harsh RealityPrison life can move from calm to chaos: The team captures the action and pieces together the story. An ex-skinhead bares his past and faces reality.
Pushing the Limits
E19
Pushing the LimitsInmates go to the edge, reach their breaking point and take irreversible action. The battle of wills can send the production team into gas masks.
The Killer Next Door
E20
The Killer Next DoorMurder can be committed by seemingly ordinary people. A boyish shooter develops OCD behind bars, while a duped killer preaches the gospel in prison.
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