Best Prison Movies: Justice, Redemption, and Hard Truths
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Get the GringoMovie · 2012 · 96m · Action, Thriller, CrimeA hardened criminal caught by Mexican authorities is thrust into a brutal prison system. There, he unexpectedly finds an unlikely ally and learns to navigate the harsh realities of incarceration with the guidance of a resourceful nine-year-old boy.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.6 - 2
All Day and a NightMovie · 2020 · 121m · DramaIn prison, a young man reflects on the people, events, and system that led him to commit his crime.IMDb 6.0TMDB 6.2 - 3
The Last AppealMovie · 2016 · 115mTitus Freeman is sentenced to death for first-degree murder. Inside Death Row, he fights to prove his innocence, but is confronted by a disturbing reality that he must face.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.0 - 4
Law Abiding CitizenMovie · 2009 · 109m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerDriven to desperation by a lenient plea bargain that releases the person responsible for his family's deaths, a man chooses to seek vengeance. His targets extend beyond the killer to include the district attorney and those who facilitated the agreement.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.4 - 5
The Shawshank RedemptionMovie · 1994 · 142m · Drama, CrimeThis drama follows Andy Dufresne, wrongly convicted and sentenced to two life terms in a harsh 1940s American prison. The story unfolds within the brutal walls of Shawshank Penitentiary, where injustice is commonplace. Despite the oppressive environment, Dufresne's strong moral character and enduring hope inspire those around him, leading to unexpected friendships that question the prison's control. The film explores themes of friendship, perseverance, and the strength of hope in the face of hardship.IMDb 9.3TMDB 8.7 - 6
ConvictMovie · 2014 · 110m · Action, Crime, DramaRay, a war veteran, is sentenced to 18 months in the historic Parramatta prison after defending his fiancée. He quickly discovers the prison boss is determined to break him, targeting not only Ray but also the woman he loves.IMDb 5.5TMDB 6.5 - 7
A Violent ManMovie · 2022 · 107m · Crime, DramaThis drama follows Steve Mackleson, a prisoner serving a life sentence for double murder in a maximum security prison. The film explores his difficult path toward finding redemption as he struggles with prison life and his own inner conflicts. His life changes when he becomes cellmates with a young black gang member, creating an unexpected connection. Adding to the complexity, Steve's estranged daughter, after years of separation, asks to meet him. The story examines forgiveness, fatherhood, and personal change, offering a realistic look at one man's fight for redemption while incarcerated.IMDb 5.1TMDB 6.4 - 8
Crown HeightsMovie · 2017 · 96m · DramaAfter Colin Warner is wrongly convicted of murder, his close friend Carl King dedicates his life to proving he is innocent.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 9
Civil BrandMovie · 2003 · 95mIn Whitehead Correctional, a predominantly African-American women's prison operating as a for-profit venture, inmates endure brutal, slave-like labor. Driven to desperation, they plot a takeover of the facility.IMDb 5.1TMDB 6.9 - 10
Gridiron GangMovie · 2006 · 125m · Crime, DramaAt a juvenile detention center, a group of teenagers find a boost in confidence through playing football, guided by their counselor. This is based on a true story.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.0 - 11
Escape Plan: The ExtractorsMovie · 2019 · 97m · Action, Thriller, CrimeSecurity expert Ray Breslin is hired to rescue the kidnapped daughter of a Hong Kong tech mogul from a tough Latvian prison. Breslin's girlfriend is also taken captive. He and his team must then execute a dangerous rescue mission, facing a cruel enemy to save both hostages before it's too late.IMDb 4.4TMDB 5.4 - 12
Doing Hard TimeMovie · 2004 · 100m · Action, Crime, DramaWhen an eight-year-old boy is killed in a gang shooting, his father deliberately goes to prison to seek revenge.IMDb 4.8TMDB 5.0 - 13
The Wronged ManMovie · 2010 · 86mJanet Gregory, a single mother carrying a difficult history, works as a paralegal while battling her own insecurities about her husband, Calvin Willis. Calvin, an African-American man, has been wrongly accused of raping a local girl. After becoming convinced of his innocence, Janet takes on his case for free and fights a challenging 22-year legal battle. This fight ultimately clears Calvin's name and creates a lasting friendship between them.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.1 - 14
SleepersMovie · 1996 · 147m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerTwo men, scarred by a brutal act committed by a state jail worker during their youth, seek revenge. Now hardened gangsters, they pursue justice against their tormentor, leading them to a high-stakes court case. They navigate a legal system that often favors the accused, determined to hold their abuser accountable and expose a widespread problem. This intense drama explores survival, justice, and the strength to overcome hardship.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.6 - 15
The Last CastleMovie · 2001 · 131m · Action, Drama, ThrillerAfter being court-martialed, a general unites 1200 fellow inmates in a rebellion against the very system that imprisoned him.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.2 - 16
The ExperimentMovie · 2001 · 120m · Drama, ThrillerTwenty volunteers sign up for a university experiment offering good pay. The study involves simulating aggressive behavior within an artificial prison setting. A journalist suspects a deeper story and infiltrates the group. Participants are randomly assigned as prisoners or guards. What begins as a simulation quickly escalates into brutal reality.IMDb 7.7TMDB 7.4 - 17
Animal FactoryMovie · 2000 · 94m · Crime, DramaRon, a spoiled young man from the suburbs, isn't too concerned about the marijuana charges he faces. However, when he's wrongly portrayed as a drug dealer, he's sentenced to five years in San Quentin State Prison. Physically weak and unprepared for prison life, Ron becomes vulnerable to predators and abusive guards. His fortunes change when he befriends Earl, a seasoned inmate who takes it upon himself to protect the newcomer.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.3 - 18
Bad BoysMovie · 1983 · 123m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerMick O'Brien, a young street hustler in Chicago, struggles with his life of small-time crime and his love for his girlfriend. His life changes dramatically when a robbery from a drug dealer leads to serious trouble. He's sent to a tough juvenile prison where he must fight to survive. Inside, Mick confronts a brutal culture where respect is gained through violence. As he tries to navigate this dangerous world, his sense of right and wrong becomes uncertain, forcing him to question who he is.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.0 - 19
Locked UpMovie · 2017 · 86m · Thriller, Crime, DramaAfter being bullied at her school in Southeast Asia, an American teenager is sent to a reform school. However, the institution resembles a prison, where she must fight for survival against dangerous guards and violent gangs.IMDb 3.9TMDB 5.5 - 20
Escape PlanMovie · 2013 · 115m · Action, ThrillerRay Breslin is the world's leading expert in prison security. Having studied every high-security facility and mastered countless survival techniques to design inescapable prisons, his expertise is challenged when he's framed and imprisoned in one of his own creations. Now, he must escape and uncover who orchestrated his downfall.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.7 - 21
American History XMovie · 1998 · 119m · DramaThe film chronicles Derek Vineyard's life after he completes a three-year prison sentence for a hate crime that resulted in the deaths of two African-American men. Narrated by his brother Danny, the story reveals Derek's past as the leader of a prominent white supremacist gang in Los Angeles. The gang’s focus on recruitment and violence significantly influenced both Derek’s actions and Danny’s life. After his release, Derek rejects his former ideology and cuts ties with the gang. Determined to protect Danny, he dedicates himself to preventing his brother from repeating the destructive choices that defined his own past.IMDb 8.5TMDB 8.3 - 22
In HellMovie · 2003 · 96m · Action, Drama, ThrillerA man finds himself in a brutal prison where inmates are forced to fight each other for the warden's amusement. He must fight to survive in this deadly environment.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.6 - 23
Life of a KingMovie · 2013 · 101m · DramaThis is the true story of Eugene Brown, who, after serving eighteen years in prison, dedicated himself to giving inner city children in Washington DC a better future. He founded the Big Chair Chess Club to pull kids away from the streets and help them achieve goals they once thought impossible. It's an inspirational story about second chances.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.2 - 24
StoneMovie · 2010 · 105m · Drama, Thriller, ActionParole officer Jack Mabry, nearing retirement, wants to finalize his cases. One is Gerald "Stone" Creeson, a convicted arsonist seeking parole. Jack resists Stone's attempts at friendly conversation and feels no sympathy for his pleas. Unable to persuade Jack, Stone orchestrates a seduction by his wife. As passions rise, the motives and secrets of everyone involved become increasingly unclear in this dangerous game of deception.IMDb 5.4TMDB 5.3 - 25
Undisputed III: RedemptionMovie · 2010 · 96m · Action, Thriller, CrimeBoyka, a former Russian prison fighter, is now physically impaired after a knee injury sustained in Undisputed 2. Once a feared competitor, he's now relegated to menial tasks like cleaning toilets. However, a new international prison fighting tournament offers the ultimate prize: freedom for the winner. Boyka must now fight to regain his respect and compete in the tournament.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.5 - 26
PapillonMovie · 2017 · 134m · Adventure, Crime, DramaHenri "Papillon" Charrière, a safecracker from the Parisian criminal world, is wrongly convicted and sentenced to life in French Guiana's penal colony. There, he develops a close friendship with Louis Dega, a counterfeiter who requires his protection.IMDb 7.2TMDB 7.3 - 27
Foster BoyMovie · 2019 · 109mA lawyer becomes embroiled in a trial after a for-profit foster care agency places a registered sex offender with a young client named Jamal in the same foster home, resulting in devastating consequences.IMDb 6.5TMDB 7.0 - 28
Better Off Dead.Movie · 1993 · 120mA lawyer struggles to overturn the death sentence of a convicted female robber and murderer, even as the woman herself insists on execution.IMDb 6.0TMDB 3.8 - 29
Prison SongMovie · 2001 · 94mElijah has moved between group homes his whole life. His only solace is art. When a scholarship he was promised is revoked, Elijah is involved in a fight that leads to another boy's death. Sentenced to at least fifteen years in prison, he must find a way to preserve his spirit or become consumed by bitterness and hardened by his new reality.IMDb 6.3TMDB 5.2 - 30
The Way BackMovie · 2010 · 133m · Drama, Adventure, HistoryA diverse group of prisoners escapes from a Siberian gulag during World War II. They begin a dangerous journey through five countries, fighting for freedom and trying to survive.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 31
The SystemMovie · 2022 · 97m · Action, Crime, ThrillerAfter returning from war, a young soldier becomes involved in a drug investigation. The authorities then recruit him for an undercover mission inside a highly dangerous prison to uncover the truth.IMDb 4.4TMDB 7.0 - 32
IncarceratedMovie · 2023 · 98mFollowing a prison sentence, a woman meticulously executes a revenge plot against the cold-hearted woman who destroyed her family.IMDb 5.5TMDB 1.0 - 33
RiotMovie · 2015 · 88m · ActionTo get himself incarcerated alongside the dangerous Russian kingpin Balam, Copper Jack Stone plans a carefully orchestrated bank robbery. Balam is not just a mob criminal; he’s a shrewd and powerful figure who secretly controls the city’s police from within prison walls. Balam uses his prison cell – a luxurious, isolated suite – as a front for his true power as the city's ruler. Even the warden avoids his area of the prison. Unbeknownst to Balam, Jack is seeking him out for revenge, as Balam murdered Jack’s family. Balam is formidable, but Jack is tougher.IMDb 5.1TMDB 5.6 - 34
First Time FelonMovie · 1997 · 110mBased on the true story of Greg Yance. The film follows Yance (Epps), a young man who enters prison for drug possession and is offered a choice: five years incarceration or a short stint in a military-style boot camp. He chooses the latter, discovering its challenges far exceed his expectations. He perseveres through the rigorous training and returns home transformed. He then navigates life's difficulties with unwavering determination.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 35
LifeMovie · 1999 · 108m · Comedy, CrimeIn 1930s Mississippi, two men from different worlds form a powerful connection inside a prison. Both have been wrongly convicted of a serious crime and sentenced to life. This story follows their fight to survive in difficult conditions while battling the unfairness of their situation.
Their friendship grows stronger as they find comfort in each other. Sharing experiences of loneliness, hardship, and a longing for freedom, they build a bond that overcomes differences. The film examines themes of strength, friendship, and the enduring human spirit when facing impossible challenges.
Working together to navigate prison life, the two men also try to prove their innocence and earn their freedom, fueled by a strong need for justice. Their journey is a compelling look at courage, loyalty, and determination amidst hardship, set against the backdrop of a turbulent time in American history.IMDb 6.8TMDB 6.7 - 36
Stir CrazyMovie · 1980 · 111m · Comedy, CrimeTwo unemployed New Yorkers, Skip Donahue and Harry Monroe, decide to leave the city due to financial hardship and seek work elsewhere. They unexpectedly get hired to promote a local bank by wearing elaborate woodpecker costumes. When the costumes are stolen during a bank robbery, Skip and Harry are mistakenly implicated and arrested. This humorous and heartfelt story follows their attempts to overcome their unfortunate situation and find a way to improve their lives.IMDb 6.7TMDB 6.5 - 37
Never HeardMovie · 2018 · 89mWhen Aaron is accused of murder, he turns to prayer to clear his name, which leads to a transformation in his life. He also manages to pull his son Jalen away from a dangerous path before it's too late.IMDb 5.6TMDB 7.6 - 38
Cool Hand LukeMovie · 1967 · 127mSentenced to a Florida prison farm, small-time criminal Luke Jackson refuses to submit to the prison's cruel warden or the yard's toughest inmate, Dragline. Luke’s unwavering defiance, even after multiple solitary confinement sentences in "the box," earns him the admiration of his fellow inmates and the ire of the prison staff, making him a reluctant symbol of rebellion.IMDb 8.0TMDB 7.7 - 39
CadenceMovie · 1990 · 97m · DramaA young white soldier, punished for a rash decision, is instead sent to a stockade housing only Black inmates. He unexpectedly finds solidarity with these prisoners, who are also fighting against injustice. United by their shared struggle for survival, they challenge the prison warden's oppressive rule. The film explores prejudice, courage, and unity as these marginalized individuals fight for basic human rights in a world marked by bigotry. As their situation worsens, the soldier and his companions must find strength to overcome brutal conditions.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.7 - 40The VisitMovie · 2001 · 107mFacing death in prison, a young man orchestrates a final, pivotal visit with his family, using the opportunity to make amends and find resolution.IMDb 6.4TMDB 7.6
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Penitentiary IIIMovie · 1987 · 91mA man is wrongly convicted of murder and imprisoned. Inside, he endures brutal beatings and torture before being forced into a fight with the prison's most dangerous inmate: a small, highly skilled fighter known as Thud.IMDb 4.5TMDB 5.2 - 42
Dog PoundMovie · 2010 · 91m · DramaThree young offenders begin their time at a juvenile detention facility, where they are assigned to a seasoned correctional officer.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.2 - 43
Blood FirstMovie · 2014 · 78mA pair of brothers find their bond of love and loyalty challenged by the rules of their world.IMDb 4.8TMDB 5.1 - 44
CagedMovie · 2021 · 81m · Thriller, Horror, DramaA Black man is sent to solitary confinement after being convicted of his wife's murder. He struggles with inner turmoil and grief over his loss, and his fragile state is worsened by a cruel female guard.IMDb 3.9TMDB 6.3 - 45
Undisputed II: Last Man StandingMovie · 2006 · 93m · Action, Crime, ThrillerWorld heavyweight champion George "Iceman" Chambers is imprisoned in Russia on false drug charges. To earn his freedom, he must fight the prison's undefeated fighting champion, Uri Boyka, in a deadly contest. This time, Chambers isn't fighting for a championship; he's fighting for survival.IMDb 7.0TMDB 7.4 - 46
Escape Plan 2: HadesMovie · 2018 · 93m · Action, Thriller, CrimeRay Breslin leads a team of top security experts who specialize in extracting individuals from virtually inescapable prisons. When his most trusted agent, Shu Ren, is abducted and taken inside a uniquely complex prison, Ray assembles a group of former colleagues to find him.IMDb 3.9TMDB 5.2 - 47
Blood BrotherMovie · 2018 · 90m · Action, Crime, DramaBlood Brother is set in a decaying city where a recently released convict begins a deadly revenge plot against his childhood friends. He blames them for letting him take the blame for a crime they committed together. As the body count rises, one of the friends, now a police officer, will do anything to stop the violence and address the painful consequences of their shared history.IMDb 4.5TMDB 5.7 - 48
ConvictionMovie · 2002 · 99mCarl Upchurch's life takes a turn when he ends up in jail as a young man. Behind bars, a caring teacher guides him toward a better path through education and faith. Inspired by this transformation, Carl dedicates himself to helping other at-risk youth.IMDb 6.3TMDB 3.5 - 49
The HurricaneMovie · 1999 · 146m · Drama"Hurricane" is the inspiring true story of Rubin Carter, a successful middleweight boxer whose life changed dramatically when he was wrongly accused of murder in Paterson, New Jersey. Framed for a crime he didn't commit and given a triple life sentence, Hurricane’s fight in the ring became a fight for justice outside of it. The film explores his difficult journey through the legal system and the unwavering efforts of those who fought to prove his innocence.
The story combines elements of sports drama and legal thriller, exposing the injustices faced by African-Americans in the late 20th century. As the story progresses, we see how Hurricane’s strength inspires others – including assistant lawyers, journalists, and activists – to support his fight for vindication. Through determination, the film shows the power of hope when facing hardship. "Hurricane" is a powerful reminder of problems within the justice system and the courage of those who refuse to be silenced by injustice.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 50
The InformerMovie · 2019 · 109m · Drama, Crime, ThrillerIn New York City, Pete Koslow, a former convict with ties to the Polish mafia, faces threats from all sides. He must navigate the demands of Klimek the General, his dangerous boss, while also contending with the manipulative schemes of two federal agents. Pete's struggle becomes a fight for survival and the safety of those he cares about.IMDb 6.6TMDB 6.5 - 51
PenitentiaryMovie · 1979 · 99mMartel Gordone, a hitchhiker, gets caught in a fight with two bikers over a prostitute, resulting in one of the bikers' death. Gordone is arrested and imprisoned. To try for early release and gain control within the prison's most powerful gang, he joins the prison boxing team.IMDb 5.7TMDB 5.1 - 52
The Education of Sonny CarsonMovie · 1974 · 104mThis 1974 film is based on the true story of Sonny Carson, who started out in a gang and engaged in minor criminal activity before being incarcerated. Following his release from prison, he decides to turn his life around.IMDb 6.8TMDB 4.9 - 53
Penitentiary IIMovie · 1982 · 108mA man recently released from prison, striving for a clean life, returns to boxing when an old adversary from his past escapes and murders his girlfriend.IMDb 4.5TMDB 4.0 - 54
American VioletMovie · 2008 · 103m · DramaIn a small Texas town, Dee, a young single mother of four, is arrested during a drug raid and wrongly accused of a crime. Defying her mother, Alma, she refuses a plea bargain that would free her from jail but label her a felon. As similar incidents emerge in other poor communities, Dee discovers she's not alone and decides to fight back against District Attorney Calvin Beckett. Aware of Beckett’s formidable reputation, Dee seeks help from ACLU attorney David Cohen and former narcotics officer Sam Conroy to overcome the challenges threatening to destroy her life and her children's custody. One courageous mother takes a stand against the corrupt Texas justice system.IMDb 6.9TMDB 6.7 - 55
WoodpeckersMovie · 2017 · 108mJulián discovers love and renewed purpose in the most unexpected setting: Najayo Prison in the Dominican Republic. He falls for Yanelly, another inmate, and their relationship blossoms through sign language, carefully hidden from the watchful eyes of the prison guards.IMDb 7.1TMDB 6.2 - 56
LockdownMovie · 2000 · 105m · Drama, ThrillerAvery (Jones) returns to college to resume competitive swimming after rebuilding his life. However, his renewed stability is shattered when he and his two friends (Bonds, Casseus) are falsely accused of murder and are incarcerated.IMDb 6.2TMDB 5.9 - 57
MonsterMovie · 2021 · 98m · Crime, DramaThis is the story of Steve Harmon, a bright 17-year-old student whose life is shattered when he's charged with felony murder.IMDb 6.5TMDB 6.4 - 58
FelonMovie · 2008 · 103m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerA family man wrongly convicted of killing an intruder faces the harsh realities of prison life. He must navigate a dangerous new world while trying to survive behind bars.IMDb 7.4TMDB 7.1 - 59
Boyka: Undisputed IVMovie · 2016 · 87m · Action, Drama, ThrillerIn the fourth film of the action series, Boyka is striving for a major championship when a tragic accident in the ring forces him to confront his values. Learning that the wife of the man he unintentionally killed is being exploited, Boyka agrees to participate in a series of dangerous fights to rescue her from her circumstances.IMDb 6.9TMDB 7.2 - 60
UndisputedMovie · 2002 · 96m · Action, Drama, CrimeMonroe Hutchens is the reigning heavyweight champion of Sweetwater, a maximum-security prison. He’s serving a life sentence for a crime of passion. Iceman Chambers was once the champion, but lost his title and received a ten-year sentence after being convicted of rape. When these two powerful men end up in the same prison, they challenge each other, vying to prove who is the true champion.IMDb 6.1TMDB 6.5 - 61
Alcatraz Prison Escape: Deathbed ConfessionMovie · 2015 · 93mThis true story, drawn from a deathbed confession, recounts the actual events surrounding the escape of Frank Morris and the Anglin brothers from Alcatraz in 1962. They successfully escaped, but their fate afterward is startling. The US Marshals launched an investigation.IMDb 5.2TMDB 6.6 - 62
Just MercyMovie · 2019 · 137m · Drama, Crime, HistoryThis is the powerful true story of Bryan Stevenson, a Harvard-educated lawyer who travels to Alabama to help those who have been failed by the justice system. He takes on cases involving the wrongly accused, most notably Walter McMillian, who is sentenced to death despite clear evidence of his innocence. Stevenson works relentlessly to fight for McMillian, facing a system that is working against them.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.9 - 63
Shot CallerMovie · 2017 · 121m · Crime, Drama, ThrillerFresh out of prison, a gangster is pressured by his gang's leadership into planning a large-scale criminal operation. The plan requires a dangerous alliance with a rival gang, and they set their sights on territory in Southern California.IMDb 7.3TMDB 7.0 - 64
Escape from AlcatrazMovie · 1979 · 113m · Drama, ThrillerIn the winter of 1960, the San Francisco Bay witnesses a remarkable true story: Frank Lee Morris, a clever convict, arrives at Alcatraz, a prison known for its impenetrable security. Despite seemingly impossible challenges and years of unsuccessful attempts, Frank works with other inmates on a detailed, suspenseful plan to escape the infamous prison.
Their journey shows their resourcefulness, teamwork, and courage as they take advantage of weaknesses in the prison and test the limits of their strength. The film explores themes of strength against restrictions, the powerful desire for freedom, and how far people will go to challenge what seems like unbreakable confinement. As the tension builds and each carefully planned step brings them closer to their bold goal, the audience wonders if this daring escape will become a historic achievement.IMDb 7.5TMDB 7.5 - 65
The Green MileMovie · 1999 · 189m · Fantasy, Drama, CrimeA quiet, imposing inmate named John Coffey on death row in a Southern prison possesses a remarkable gift: he can heal people with a touch. Paul Edgecomb, the head guard, witnesses this miracle and feels compelled to protect Coffey from execution. The film explores themes of redemption and mercy as Edgecomb questions the fairness of the system amidst the harsh realities of prison life and the impending death sentence.IMDb 8.6TMDB 8.5 - 66
Death RaceMovie · 2008 · 105m · Action, Thriller, Science FictionTerminal Island, New York: 2020. The United States prison system is overwhelmed. The government has contracted with the Weyland Corporation, a powerful company that views inmates as a chance for profit. They turn prisons into arenas for a televised sport: the 'Death Race'. Inmates, fueled by desperation, a global audience craving violence, and a massive enclosed arena collide to create the ultimate, most brutal spectacle.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.3 - 67
Lock UpMovie · 1989 · 115m · Action, Crime, DramaFrank Leone is about to be released from prison after serving time for a minor crime. But Warden Drumgoole takes over the prison just before his parole. Drumgoole's time at the facility was haunted by Leone's previous escape, which caused a public outcry. Driven by a personal grudge against Frank, Drumgoole is determined to keep him incarcerated, manipulating the system to prevent his freedom. This gripping drama explores power, revenge, and the difficulties of the criminal justice system as it follows Leone's struggle for a fresh start.IMDb 6.4TMDB 6.8 - 68
DutchMovie · 2021 · 109mJames Bernard Jr., known as Dutch, has risen to become New Jersey's most dangerous criminal. Starting as a car thief, Dutch quickly aimed to control the city's underworld and succeeded, gaining the Mafia's protection and fear. District Attorney Anthony Jacobs is determined to bring Dutch and his gang down, believing he has enough witnesses to convict them.IMDb 4.3TMDB 7.4 - 69
Cell 211Movie · 2009 · 108m · Action, Thriller, DramaThis is the story of two men caught in the chaos of a prison riot. One is the inmate leading the rebellion, the other a young guard desperately trying to survive. To do so, he risks everything by posing as a prisoner amidst the violence.IMDb 7.6TMDB 7.4 - 70
Jamesy BoyMovie · 2014 · 109m · Crime, Drama, RomanceThis is the true story of James Burns, a teenager who descends from suburban gang life to face a harsh reality in a maximum-security prison. Surrounded by dangerous inmates, he unexpectedly finds a path to redemption through an unlikely friendship with a convicted murderer who takes him under his wing.IMDb 6.3TMDB 6.4
