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Season 5 – Prison Break

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Michael Scofield is a desperate man in a desperate situation. His brother, Lincoln Burrows, was convicted of a crime he didn't commit and put on Death Row. Michael holds up a bank to get himself incarcerated alongside his brother in Fox River State Penitentiary, then sets in motion a series of elaborate plans to break Lincoln out and prove his innocence. Once out of jail, their perils aren't over -- the brothers must flee to escape recapture and battle an intricate political conspiracy that puts everyone's life at risk.
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Prison Break — Season 5

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Critics Consensus

Prison Break recaptures some of its old urgency in its return, but familiar faces and frenetic action aren't enough to make up for a plot that manages to bore while beggaring belief.

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Tim Goodman The Hollywood Reporter Jan 17, 2018
The reality is that Prison Break in 2017 is basically a collection of ideas that Homeland passed on, if you can imagine that. Go to Full Review Amy Blumsom Daily Telegraph (UK) Apr 11, 2017
3/5
For a 45-minute blast of nostalgia or a bit of (literal) escapism, Prison Break does the job. Just make sure you've suspended your disbelief before you watch. Go to Full Review Jeff Jensen Entertainment Weekly Apr 5, 2017
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Prison Break isn't worth much of anything, but it could have been. You can see the better show trying to escape its lock-up of bad ideas. Go to Full Review Nabila Hatimy The Star (Kenya) Jul 17, 2020
4.5/5
This season promises plenty of action in some real-world parallels... Go to Full Review Anissa Hanley Black Nerd Problems Jun 12, 2018
I was fascinated the entire time and thought there were a great amount of plot twists. There was a character for everyone. No one was quite like the other, which definitely added to the beauty of this show. Go to Full Review Chris Cabin Collider Mar 23, 2018
1/5
My hope is that this will satisfy whatever itch the show's die-hards had to elicit this revival, if only to finally put an end to all of this. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Junie R @RT50653315 Sep 28, 2026 5 out of 5 show it was peak See more Rhyan A @RT65371213 Sep 26, 2026 One of the best seasons of the show in my opinion, loved the reversal of Lincoln trying to get Micheal out and the extent of what Micheal would do to save his family and sacrifice his own freedom. Very satisfying ending to a beautiful show. See more Marilyn R @RT67890032118 Sep 6, 2026 I didn't realize this had gotten a new season. It's okay. It's cool to see the old characters again, but it feels very network in quality and not in a good way. The writing can feel convoluted for the sake of being convoluted. 3 episodes in, not really hooked on it yet. See more Leo M @leomackie Aug 22, 2026 While still convoluted, "Prison Break" season five is still an entertaining blast to the past that has improved pacing compared to previous seasons. See more Air D @RT60320828 Jun 30, 2026 I HAVE WATCHED PRISON BREAK FOR THE THIRD TIME NOW AND STILL NOT TIRED. MY BEST SERIES OF ALL TIME ❤️🐐 See more Meddy S @RT51609981 Jun 8, 2026 A movie where you get the impression the guy is an AI because he's so intelligent. There are so many good lessons to learn in this movie. I loved the series. See more Read all reviews
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Wentworth Miller

Michael Scofield

Dominic Purcell

Lincoln Burrows

Sarah Wayne Callies

Dr. Sara Tancredi

Amaury Nolasco

Fernando Sucre

Robert Knepper

Theodore "T-Bag" Bagwell

Rockmond Dunbar

C-Note

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Apr 4, 2017 Ogygia Lincoln Burrows and Sara Tancredi reunite to track down the truth after clues emerge that suggest Michael Scofield might still be alive. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 11, 2017 Kaniel Outis Lincoln and C-Note search for the Sheik of Light; Michael and Whip attempt an escape from Ogygia; Sara's investigation into Michael's reappearance leads to an uneasy reunion with Paul Kellerman. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 18, 2017 The Liar T-Bag warns Sara about Poseidon's henchmen; Lincoln attempts to retrieve his confiscated passport; Michael plans his next move. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 25, 2017 The Prisoner's Dilemma Michael, Whip and Ja make a deal with the devil for another chance to escape from Ogygia; T-Bag meets with Kellerman to gather more information on Michael's resurrection. Details Episode 5 Aired May 2, 2017 Contingency Lincoln tries to understand what really happened to Michael; C-Note has a new escape plan; Sara struggles with the idea that Michael may be alive. Details Episode 6 Aired May 9, 2017 Phaeacia As Michael, Lincoln and the remaining Ogygia gang attempt to escape Yemen, they find themselves fleeing from a vengeful Cyclops; the pursuit of the escapees leads A&W and Van Gogh to Graceland. Details Episode 7 Aired May 16, 2017 Wine Dark Sea Sara fears for her family's safety when she discovers the real reason that Michael faked his own death; Sucre helps Michael and Lincoln find a way home. Details Episode 8 Aired May 23, 2017 Progeny When Sara and her son are threatened, Michael and Lincoln recruit the help of Sheba and C-Note to catch Poseidon; Whip sets out on a separate mission; T-Bag reveals a secret. Details Episode 9 Aired May 30, 2017 Behind the Eyes Dangerous threats keep Michael and Lincoln fighting to protect Sara and Mike; Poseidon's attempts to outsmart Michael and the rest of the gang lead them to the ultimate showdown. Details

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Paul Scheuring, Neal H. Mortiz, Marty Adelstein, Dawn Parouse, Vaun Wilmott, Michael Horowitz
Network
Fox
Rating
TV-14 (L|D|V)
Genre
Drama, Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 4, 2017
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