A philosopher begins teaching a class of men in prison. Each week, Dan leads discussions about dominance, freedom, luck and other topics that have troubled philosophers for thousands of years – topics that gain a new meaning when seen through the prisoners' eyes - both igniting passions and creating tension.

Where to Watch Waiting for the Out • Series 1

6 Episodes

  • Men
    E1
    MenPhilosophy teacher Dan’s first day working in prison hits harder than expected – awakening something paternal and revealing he’s underestimated both his students and his past.
  • Luck
    E2
    LuckDan is plunged into a tense rescue mission and glimpses the brutal life Lee escaped. An unexpected encounter allows Dan to help an inmate in a surprising way.
  • Dominance
    E3
    DominanceHaunted by memories of his absent father, Dan pushes his mother for answers she won’t give. When Keith presents a lead, Dan spirals into obsession, straining family ties as he unravels at a dinner party.
  • Cursed
    E4
    CursedDan runs the risk of hurting those closest to him when he receives a tip-off on his dad’s whereabouts. A reckless mistake shows he’s more like his father than he thought.
  • Destiny
    E5
    DestinyAs Dan’s crisis deepens, his actions threaten his entire future, leaving him caught between who he was and who he fears he is destined to be.
  • Escape
    E6
    EscapeWith his future hanging by a thread, Dan is forced to make a decision – will he break the cycle, or is he doomed to repeat the past?
  • Josh FinanDan
  • Stephen WightLee
  • Phil DanielsFrank
  • Gerard KearnsDad
  • Louise SuttonProducer
  • Dennis KellyExecutive Producer
  • Jane FeatherstoneExecutive Producer
  • Chris FryExecutive Producer
  • Katie CarpenterExecutive Producer
  • Tanya QureshiExecutive Producer

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