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Season 1 – Unlocked: A Jail Experiment

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At an Arkansas detention facility, a sheriff implements a radical social experiment to grant inmates more agency.
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Unlocked: A Jail Experiment — Season 1

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Melissa Camacho Common Sense Media 04/27/2024
The compelling docuseries showcases the efforts of an Arkansas sheriff to help rehabilitate inmates by offering them the opportunity to experience a sense of agency. Go to Full Review
Joel Keller Decider 04/10/2024
The series feels like it’s bordering on exploitative... Go to Full Review
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Brandon S @Brandon2300 Jan 12 Good show. Irritated with these damn Corrections officers. It's like they are in a pissing contest. See more Melissa S Mar 19 Totally a series you could easily binge watch in a day. This docuseries isn't about rehabilitation. It is a social experiment to see if those incarcerated was given the opportunity to go from being on lockdown 23 hours a day to having their cell doors unlocked, could they come together as a community and function as respectful members of society. It is a radical social experiment and a wonderful concept I think other facilities should consider. I believe Alex, another who left a review, has never been incarcerated and shouldn't be so harsh and judgmental. It could be you or a loved one sitting there one day. GREAT series! I hope there is a 2nd season with a different jail. See more Alex G 11/24/2024 more shallow nonsense for entertainment. they say some are convicted of homicide... that is vague on purpose. This show is not about rehabilitation. And of course, not locking up prisoners for 23 hours a day if they dont need to be is more efficient. What would be even more efficient is for them to work! the state could have those jails making a profit or at least not be wasting taxes on free room and board for convicts. hard work to work their bodies and at least cover their expenses... and history, biographies, and other non fiction to read at night to work their brains. with even a school of sorts where they have to write a book report or something every week. They have way too much time on their hands. just like most people in govt work See more Bubbe F @Bubbef 06/07/2024 It’s really gritty and real. Fascinating to watch and a real education. Bravo to the sheriff for trying to make lemonade out of lemons and bravo to the guys trying their darnedest to make it work See more Matt C 04/22/2024 Interesting series, I don't really like reality shows but this is more like a documentary about a real prison experiment, filmed like a reality show. I think it is insightful and thought provoking. See more Elvis P 04/10/2024 I’m on the first episode. So far so good. Worth a watch for sure I hope doesn’t become boring . Proper real life prison See more Read all reviews
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Episode 1 Aired Apr 10, 2024 Shanks and Shakedowns At an Arkansas jail, a sheriff prepares to roll out a radical new program granting inmates more freedoms, but the threat of danger lingers. Details Episode 2 Aired Apr 10, 2024 Day 1 With cell doors open and guards gone, a detainee tries to create structure as a power struggle between the young inmates and the older generation ensues. Details Episode 3 Aired Apr 10, 2024 The Ogs Take Control The first day of the experiment ends, and the pod establishes a routine; some inmates face threats while others exploit their newly granted freedoms. Details Episode 4 Aired Apr 10, 2024 Pod Daddy A new privilege introduces more problems; one man facing a life sentence receives words of encouragement; a self-appointed leader causes strife. Details Episode 5 Aired Apr 10, 2024 Fire & Hooch With the program at the halfway point, the older inmates step back as the younger ones continue to push boundaries; an alarm sends deputies into the pod. Details Episode 6 Aired Apr 10, 2024 The Vote The program's future is thrown into jeopardy after news of an incident reaches the sheriff, who tries to single out the troublemakers. Details Episode 7 Aired Apr 10, 2024 New Blood As the sheriff institutes a new perk, the inmates hope to connect with their loved ones more; the pod faces its final challenge with new arrivals. Details Episode 8 Aired Apr 10, 2024 Decision Day The unit is on high alert after tensions erupt; as the experiment ends, the inmates make a case to keep their freedoms; the sheriff weighs his options. Details
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Season Info

Executive Producer
Greg Henry, George Kralovansky, Isaac Holub, Kimberly Woodard, J.C. Begley, Matt Weber
Network
Netflix
Rating
TV-MA
Genre
Reality, Crime
Original Language
English
Release Date
Apr 10, 2024
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