Inside Barlinnie
Inside 'The Big Hoose'. The reality of life behind the bars of Scotland's infamous prison. As it finally closes its doors, staff and inmates reflect on a violent, chaotic history.
Seasons
1. Us and Them
Air Date: 2024-10-08
After 142 years, HMP Barlinnie is closing its doors. The prison is Scotland’s largest jail and houses over 1,400 inmates in five gigantic Victorian halls.
2. Escape
Air Date: 2024-10-08
Inmate Jamie relapses with the temptation of illegal drugs. Darren calls in the chaplain to help him with self-harm attempts and suicide.
3. Throw Away the Keys?
Air Date: 2024-10-08
Albanian drug dealer Robert fights deportation while desperately hoping to be returned to his son. Violent offender John searches for a new start to try and beat his alcohol addiction.
1. Episode 1
Air Date: 2026-04-07
Inmate JP overdoses and is rushed to hospital, Norrie is suicidal, and RJ tries to reject violence for the first time.
2. Episode 2
Air Date: 2026-04-07
Long-term addict Bobby heads to rehab, Billy fights for recognition that he has really changed, while Alan is released and heads back to his old ways on Glasgow's streets.
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Rating
6.5/10
Release Date
2024-10-08
Episodes
2 (2 seasons)
Status
Returning Series