
The series
The dramatic stories behind some of the most high-profile jailbreaks in recent history, and the ingenious detective work that led to the escapees' successful recapture. Each breakout is told by the dangerous and often highly intelligent criminals who escape, and the professional, determined law enforcement teams who hunt them down.
Episodes
Season 2 · 10 episodes · 2013
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Episode 11 Feb 201345m
Escape from Supermax
A nationwide FBI hunt ensues when armed robber Roy Harper and murderer John Woolard escape from the notorious Mississippi State Penitentiary.
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Episode 28 Feb 201345m
Tunnel Break
Three inmates dig their way into a system of tunnels under the Indiana State Prison. Hours later the escape is discovered and the manhunt begins.
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Episode 315 Feb 201345m
Island Fortress
Matthew Williams plotted one of the most daring escapes ever from a UK prison, and he reveals here exactly how he did it.
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Episode 422 Feb 201345m
Escape from the Indian River
Using a hacksaw smuggled into prison, two criminals convicted of murder escape from the Indian River County Jail in Florida.
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Episode 51 Mar 201345m
Keys to Freedom
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Episode 68 Mar 201345m
Southsider Gang Escape
Armed and high on drugs after escaping from prison, three dangerous gang members head for the Mexican border with the police in hot pursuit.
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Episode 715 Mar 201345m
The Real MacGyver
Afraid for his life while in a prison block housing white supremacist gang members, Harold Laird plans an escape using dental floss and a sheet.
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Episode 822 Mar 201345m
The Connecticut Conspiracy
Two prisoners use their positions in the prison kitchen to smuggle tools to cut through their bars. A chase ensues as cops hunt them down.
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Episode 929 Mar 201345m
Episode 9
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Episode 105 Apr 201345m
Episode 10
