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Superjail!
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Superjail! (2014)

7.7
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We Are Angels
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We Are Angels (1997)

5.9

Bob and Joe are two prisoners locked up in the Latin American maximum security prison of Santa Consuelo. The two manage to escape during an attack by the revolutionaries commanded by Napoleon Duarte and pretend to be friars, taking refuge in the mission of San Rolando. In the mission, in which monks and Indians live in harmony, the two escapees become Father Orso and Father Zaccaria and win the affection of all.

Escape from Pretoria
Movie

Escape from Pretoria(2020)

6.8
tomato73%
PG_13
102Minutes

Escape from Pretoria is a gripping biographical film based on the true story of Tim Jenkin and Stephen Lee, two anti-apartheid activists who devise an ingenious plan to escape from Pretoria Central Prison in 1979. Facing political persecution and imprisonment, they use their ingenuity and resourcefulness to outsmart the prison guards and embark on a dangerous journey to freedom. The film explores themes of racism, political activism, and the fight for equal rights.

The Informer
Movie

The Informer(2019)

6.6
tomato64%
R
109Minutes

When an ex-convict named Pete is recruited by the police to go undercover and infiltrate a Polish mafia organization in New York City, he finds himself trapped in a deadly game of betrayal and violence. As Pete tries to balance his loyalty to the police with his desire to protect his family, he becomes entangled in a web of deceit and danger. With his life on the line, Pete must navigate a treacherous world of crime bosses, prison gangs, and corrupt cops in order to survive.

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Get Hard
Movie

Get Hard(2015)

6
tomato28%
R
100Minutes
Lockout
Movie

Lockout(2012)

6
tomato38%
PG_13
95Minutes

In the year 2079, a man named Snow is wrongly convicted of espionage. To gain his freedom, he must rescue the President's daughter from a space prison. With the help of his friend Mace, Snow infiltrates the prison and rescues Emilie. However, they must navigate through a riot led by the violent inmates. Along the way, they face numerous challenges and dangers, including a satellite crash that threatens their survival. Snow sacrifices himself to save Emilie, but she refuses to leave him behind. They eventually escape the prison and land safely back on Earth. In the end, Emilie discovers evidence that proves Snow's innocence, and they begin a romantic relationship.

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Brawl in Cell Block 99
Movie

Brawl in Cell Block 99(2017)

7.1
tomato90%
NR
132Minutes
Ernest Goes to Jail
Movie

Ernest Goes to Jail(1990)

5.4
tomato11%
PG
81Minutes

Ernest P. Worrell, a janitor, is mistaken for a dangerous criminal named Felix Nash and is sent to prison. While in prison, Ernest encounters numerous comedic situations, including a chain reaction of mishaps that leads to his electrocution and subsequent magnetization. Amidst all the chaos, Ernest must prove his innocence and catch the real criminal.

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Fortress
Movie

Fortress(1992)

5.9
tomato38%
R
95Minutes

In a dystopian future where overpopulation is a major issue, a man named John Brennick is sent to a high-tech prison called the Fortress. In the Fortress, prisoners are controlled through implanted devices and subjected to brutal punishment. When Brennick's wife becomes pregnant, he becomes determined to escape in order to save her and their unborn child. With the help of fellow inmates, Brennick must find a way to outsmart the high-tech security and oppressive regime of the Fortress. Will he succeed in his mission and secure a future for his family?

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Mrs. Soffel
Movie

Mrs. Soffel(1984)

6.1
tomato46%
PG_13
112Minutes

Mrs. Soffel is based on the true story of a prison warden's wife who falls in love with one of her husband's prisoners. In Pittsburgh, 1901, Kate Soffel (Diane Keaton) is married to a prison warden (Edward Herrmann), and she finds herself attracted to prisoner Ed Biddle (Mel Gibson). She eventually helps him and his brother Jack (Matthew Modine) escape, leading to a tragic ending. This romantic drama explores themes of love, loyalty, and the consequences of forbidden relationships.

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Chopper
Movie

Chopper(2000)

7.1
tomato76%
R
94Minutes

Chopper is a dark comedy movie based on the true story of Mark Brandon "Chopper" Read, an ex-soldier who became a notorious criminal in Australia. The film follows Chopper's life as he navigates the world of crime, showing his arrogance, brutality, and self-destructive behavior. It explores his relationships with other criminals, his time in prison, and the events that led to his notoriety. Set in the 1970s and 1980s, Chopper is a gripping tale of violence, jealousy, and paranoia.

Animal 2
Movie

Animal 2(2008)

5
R
93Minutes

After being framed for murder, a former convict must navigate the treacherous world of a maximum-security prison. As a Catholic priest, he must not only survive the violence and corruption but also protect his son from the dangers lurking within. In a desperate bid for redemption, he uses his bare-knuckle fighting skills to become a modern gladiator for the inmates' entertainment.

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Aileen: Life and Death of a Serial Killer
Movie

Aileen: Life and Death of a Serial Killer(2003)

7.1
tomato85%
R
89Minutes
Elimination Game
Movie

Elimination Game(2014)

3.7
tomato20%
90Minutes

Elimination Game is set in a near-future dystopian society where ex-military prisoners are taken to Alcatraz Island, transformed into a maximum-security prison. They are forced to participate in a brutal game, where they fight to the death for the entertainment of television executives. The protagonist, a former Navy SEAL court-martialed for an assassination attempt on a dictator, is implanted with a tracking device and hunted down by a sniper. As he tries to escape, he must fight his way through other inmates and confront his own demons.

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Discover a curated collection of movies and TV shows that revolve around the captivating theme of maximum security prison. From heart-pounding prison escapes to gripping tales of justice and redemption, these titles will keep you on the edge of your seat. Explore the world of convicts, wardens, and the complex dynamics that unfold behind bars.

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