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Orange Is the New Black
Tv Show

Orange Is the New Black (2019)

8
TV_MA

Orange Is the New Black follows Piper Chapman, a middle-class woman who is sentenced to 15 months in Litchfield Penitentiary after being convicted of a crime she committed years ago. The series highlights the struggles and relationships among the inmates, dealing with issues of race, sexuality, and social hierarchy within the prison system.

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Tumberos
Tv Show

Tumberos (2002)

7.5

Follows a lawyer sentenced to prison and his life inside an Argentinian jail.

Big Stan
Movie

Big Stan(2007)

6.2
tomato11%
R
109Minutes

Big Stan is a comedy movie about a con man named Stan who, after being convicted of fraud, hires a martial arts guru to teach him self-defense and survive in prison. Along the way, he learns valuable lessons about love, friendship, and personal growth. The movie incorporates elements of action, comedy, and crime, making it an entertaining and unique mix of genres.

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Impure
Tv Show

Impure (2018)

8.1

Impure is a thrilling TV show that delves into the dangerous world of drug-trafficking in Latin America. Set in the 1990s, the story follows the intense journey of characters involved in the dark and brutal trade. With gripping plot twists and high-stakes action, Impure delivers a captivating narrative that explores the complexities of power, loyalty, and survival.

Animal
Movie

Animal(2005)

5.7
R
93Minutes

In Animal, a young man, Tommy, is haunted by his father's legacy of violence as he navigates life in a tough neighborhood. When Tommy's path crosses with a notorious killer, he must confront his own demons and choose between perpetuating the cycle of violence or breaking free from it.

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Escape at Dannemora
Tv Show

Escape at Dannemora (2018)

7.9
TV_MA

Based on a true story, Escape at Dannemora follows the story of two inmates who escape from a maximum-security prison with the help of a married female employee. The series focuses on the complex relationships and events that lead to the escape, including a love triangle and the challenges of prison life.

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Prison School
Tv Show

Prison School (2015)

7.1
TV_MA

Prison School (2015) follows a group of high school students who are imprisoned in an all-girls school after they are caught peeping. They must navigate the challenges of their new prison-like environment while trying to escape and avoid severe punishment.

Caged
Movie

Caged(1950)

7.6
tomato50%
96Minutes

In 'Caged' (1950), a young woman named Marie is convicted of a crime she did not commit and is sent to prison. She must navigate the harsh realities of life behind bars, including cruel punishment, sadistic guards, and hopelessness. As she struggles to survive, she forms bonds with other women in prison and discovers secrets about the corrupt prison system. 'Caged' is a gripping prison drama that explores themes of social commentary, injustice, and the resilience of the human spirit.

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Superjail!
Tv Show

Superjail! (2014)

7.7
TV_MA
Felon
Movie

Felon(2008)

7.4
tomato60%
R
103Minutes
Midnight Express
Movie

Midnight Express(1978)

7.5
tomato90%
R
121Minutes

Midnight Express (1978) tells the story of Billy Hayes, an American college student who is caught attempting to smuggle drugs out of Turkey. He is sentenced to a harsh prison where he faces brutal treatment from sadistic prison guards and a merciless warden. As he experiences the horrors of prison life, Billy becomes desperate to escape and seeks the help of a lawyer. The movie explores themes of survival, revenge, and the effects of imprisonment on the human psyche.

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Discover a curated list of movies and TV shows that revolve around the theme of prison life. From intense prison dramas to thrilling escapes, explore captivating stories set within the confines of correctional facilities. Immerse yourself in tales of survival, friendship, and redemption as you journey through the gripping world of prison life.

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