About this season
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 (10)
1. Escape from Supermax
Aired 1 February 2013 • 45 min
A nationwide FBI hunt ensues when armed robber Roy Harper and murderer John Woolard escape from the notorious Mississippi State Penitentiary.
2. Tunnel Break
Aired 8 February 2013 • 45 min
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.
3. Island Fortress
Aired 15 February 2013 • 45 min
Matthew Williams plotted one of the most daring escapes ever from a UK prison, and he reveals here exactly how he did it.
4. Escape from the Indian River
Aired 22 February 2013 • 45 min
Using a hacksaw smuggled into prison, two criminals convicted of murder escape from the Indian River County Jail in Florida.
5. Keys to Freedom
Aired 1 March 2013 • 45 min
6. Southsider Gang Escape
Aired 8 March 2013 • 45 min
Armed and high on drugs after escaping from prison, three dangerous gang members head for the Mexican border with the police in hot pursuit.
7. The Real MacGyver
Aired 15 March 2013 • 45 min
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.
8. The Connecticut Conspiracy
Aired 22 March 2013 • 45 min
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.
9. Episode 9
Aired 29 March 2013 • 45 min
10. Episode 10
Aired 5 April 2013 • 45 min