I'll Fly Away
Overview
Set against the backdrop of the late 1950s and early 1960s South, I'll Fly Away delves into the life of Lilly Harper, portrayed by Regina Taylor, a black housekeeper working for district attorney Forrest Bedford. The show explores Lilly's gradual involvement in the Civil Rights Movement, which ultimately entangles Forrest in the struggle for justice. Despite its critical acclaim, including two Emmy wins and numerous other awards, the series struggled with ratings and was canceled in 1993, prompting a two-hour wrap-up film. This concluding installment aired on PBS, addressing unresolved plotlines and echoing the tragic story of Emmett Till.
Episodes
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1
Them and Us
Rehearsals for an exclusive fashion show were in full swing when PO Sylvia Hollamby foolishly dismissed a pregnant inmate's pleas for medical help. Th...
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I'll Fly Away (Pilot)
In the turbulent South of 1958, attorney Forrest Bedford faces the challenges of family life while navigating the complexities of the civil rights mo...
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2
Drug Wars
Monica Lindsay and Zandra Plackett made their entrance at Larkhall. It was revealed that Monica has a 30-year-old son named Spencer, who has Down synd...
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2
The Hat
After John Morgan accidentally tosses his cowboy hat out of the car window, Lilly discovers it, only for her daughter to find it shortly after. Meanwh...
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3
Love Rivals
Jim Fenner's temper flared when Rachel began sending him love letters, clearly not the best way to keep their affair under wraps. Zandra approached He...
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3
Rules of the Game
While Forrest is off on a weekend hunting excursion, Francie grapples with feelings of isolation as she confronts the complexities of womanhood. Her s...
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4
The Victim
After a conversation with Helen, Zandra made the choice to have an abortion, prompting Dominic and Lorna to take her to the clinic. While there, she b...
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4
Amazing Grace
Forrest enters the competition for attorney general, prompting Lilly to think about participating in a voting rights meeting. Meanwhile, Francie deci...
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5
Tangled Web
Dominic contemplated revealing Zandra's escape attempt to Helen but was convinced by Lorna to stay quiet, fearing an official reprimand. Meanwhile, Ji...
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5
All God's Children
John Morgan feels disappointed when he's unable to attend Lilly's birthday celebration. Meanwhile, the wrestlers are unhappy about Zollicofer's choice...
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6
A Big Mistake
Jessie Devlin, struggling with alcoholism, arrived at G-Wing for a two-week stint, only to be mocked by the inmates and Sylvia for her drunken state. ...
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6
Beyond Here Dar Be Dragons
On Halloween night, Christina confronts the eerie legacy of the KKK while delving into the mysterious death of Prevtiss Carver. Meanwhile, John Morga...
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7
Playing With Fire
Sean popped the question to Helen, but she rushed off to work, leaving him deep in thought. Meanwhile, Shell and Denny cornered Zandra, pressuring her...
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7
Parallel Lives
Slocum grapples with his moral dilemmas while contending with Evans, as Zollicfer intensifies scrutiny regarding the brick-throwing episode. Meanwhile...
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8
Falling Apart
Julie J found a birthday card from her son that contained a secret recipe for making alcohol. Along with the Julies, Nikki, and Denny, they attempted ...
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8
Coming Home
Thanksgiving serves as a backdrop for family reunions and tensions: Gwen's return from the mental health facility shakes the Bedfords to their core, p...
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9
Pay Back Time
Shell approached Crystal, asking her to pen an article for a newspaper about the drug issues at Larkhall, which landed Crystal in hot water with Helen...
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9
Some Desperate Glory
Nathan and Slocum find themselves in a high-stakes checkers match that takes a dark turn. Meanwhile, Lilly comes to the aid of Francie, who is anxious...
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10
Love Hurts
In the series finale, a petition circulated to reinstate open visits, which had been banned by Stubberfield due to concerns over drug issues. Yvonne p...
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10
Desire
Lilly reveals her intense wish to end her marriage to her neglectful husband. Meanwhile, Nathan finds himself drawn to a vivacious worker at the carni...
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11
Alice Oakley Doesn't Live Here Anymore
John Morgan spins an elaborate story about his missing mother becoming a rodeo star. As the trial draws near, Forrest captures a key witness and then...
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12
On the Road
As he travels the campaign trail, Forrest tries to win over the challenging Francie, who remains elusive. Meanwhile, Lilly encounters significant obst...
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13
Master Magician
With Election Day approaching, John Morgan is gearing up for a celebratory show following his anticipated victory. However, Forrest doubts his chance...
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14
Hard Lessons
Forrest is put to the challenge when a group of locals conspire to give him a harsh lesson. Meanwhile, Nathan is curious about the reasons behind the ...
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15
Cool Winter Blues
What starts as a spontaneous protest at a lunch counter escalates into a significant demonstration. Lilly finds herself confronting John Morgan and h...
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16
The Way Things Are
Forrest is taken aback when Rev. Henry's recent demonstration inspires Lilly to take a stand. Meanwhile, the relationship between Nathan and Diane be...
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17
Slow Dark Coming
Diane's father attempts to stifle the budding romance between her and Nathan, causing tension in their relationship. Meanwhile, escalating racial conf...
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1
Hello and Goodbye
Kicking off the second season, Nathan grapples with Forrest's betrayal and chooses to confront Christina about it. Meanwhile, Lilly faces a tough dec...
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Tug of Love
The new series kicks off with Fenner in Helen's office, mistakenly believing she has stepped down and that he is now the wing governor. Meanwhile, Nik...
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2
Ruler of My Heart
In "Ruler of My Heart," Lilly finds herself under FBI scrutiny due to Forrest's pursuit of the U.S. attorney position, revealing unsettling informatio...
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2
Shit Happens
Karen Betts, the new officer at Larkhall, arrives with a shared past with Fenner. Meanwhile, Helen struggles with her emotions as she tries to conceal...
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3
All in the Life
On his inaugural day as a U.S. attorney, Forrest faces the challenging task of delivering upsetting news to his children regarding Gwen. Meanwhile, t...
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3
Visiting Time
The police showed up at Jim Fenner's home to question both him and his wife, Marilyn, regarding Shell Dockley and Jim's attack on her. In an effort to...
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4
Until Tomorrow
The Bedfords grapple with a heartbreaking loss that shakes their family to the core. Meanwhile, Slocum complicates the situation further by creating ...
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4
Looking For Love
Hollamby made a remarkable recovery from her fall, sporting a neck brace and demanding a thorough investigation into the incident. Karen assigned Jim ...
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5
Desperate Measure
Civil rights activists gather for the "trial" of the two men charged with the murder of Colonel Landers, where Rev. Henry encourages Forrest to take a...
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5
Mistaken Identity
A new inmate named Barbara Hunt joined the wing, but there was a twist—she was actually Mad Tessa Spall, thanks to a blunder by Sylvia. Meanwhile, M...
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6
Losing It
After facing harsh criticism for her mistake last week, Sylvia blamed her neck injury for her poor performance and was subsequently assigned an exerci...
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6
Freedom Bus
A cadre of Freedom Riders arrives in town, and one of them forms a bond with Lilly, reshaping her perspective on the civil rights struggle. Meanwhile,...
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7
The Set-Up
Karen briefed the team on the specifics of Helen's new role. Yvonne received a calendar from Charlie, showcasing images of Jim at the golf course, han...
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Eighteen
Slocum resolves to propose to Parkie, but first, he and Nathan venture to a brothel for one last escapade. Meanwhile, Lilly approaches Forrest seekin...
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Fragile Truths
As the police question Slocum, he seeks legal counsel from Forrest. Meanwhile, Lilly organizes a birthday celebration for Lewis, which takes an unexp...
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Babes Behind Bars
Dominic came back from his vacation, while Shell confided in Karen about her traumatic childhood, revealing that both her parents had abused her. This...
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9
Since Walter
Frankie immerses herself further into the KKK, uncovering the involvement of a third individual in Colonel Landers' murder. Meanwhile, Slocum's trial ...
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The Leaving
The Julies spotted Josh in the yard and explained why Crystal hadn’t come. Frustrated, he later confronted Crystal, giving her the ring he had purch...
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10
The Third Man
As Slocum's trial approaches its conclusion, Nathan urges Coach Zollicofer to testify. Meanwhile, Lilly attempts to match Marguerite with a train por...
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10
Family Plan
Denny and the newcomer Shaz hit it off surprisingly well. Meanwhile, the two Julies concocted a wild plan to get pregnant. Karen was determined to fin...
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11
Comfort and Joy
Lilly struggles to cope with the holiday season after enduring a violent attack by a freedom-bus demonstrator. Meanwhile, the Bedfords gather at Chri...
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11
Rough Justice
Renee continued to torment the other inmates with her bullying tactics. Shaz and Denny tricked Sylvia into their cell, quickly escaping and locking he...
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12
Facing Up
Nikki confronted Helen about her evening with Dominic, while Karen informed the staff that Sylvia and Jim were off work and elaborated on Jim's situat...
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12
Realpolitik
Lilly hesitantly spearheads a boycott against a store owned by a racist, while Forrest, following a heated conversation with his contact in Washington...
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13
Oh What a Night
On the eve of Sylvia's 30th wedding anniversary, she organized a grand celebration at the prison, quickly adding Karen to the guest list. The rules we...
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13
Small Wishes
Nathan finds himself wrongfully detained on drug charges, causing chaos in his life. Meanwhile, the Landers trial wraps up, drawing significant media...
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14
What's in a Name?
Forrest discovers that he's being followed—but it's not by whom he thinks; Nathan feels pressure at school over his relationship with Claudia; ...
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15
Commencement
Lilly struggles to focus on her high school finals while facing constant disruptions. Meanwhile, Forrest opens up to Christina about being paired wit...
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16
State
Joe grapples with significant choices as he considers the possibility of teaching at the community's upcoming school. At the same time, Nathan is hes...
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Back From the Brink
The episode begins right where season 2 concluded. Jim’s time in Shell's cell quickly turns dark when she brutally stabs him with a shattered bottle...
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2
The Turn of the Screw
Dr. Nicholson managed to save Jim, who was swiftly taken to the hospital for further care. Furious that Shell faced no consequences for attacking Jim,...
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3
The Chains of Freedom
Julie S was released to Monica Lindsay's halfway house, sporting an electronic tag, which left Julie J feeling heartbroken back at Larkhall. With the ...
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4
False Identity
Barbara Hunt was taken aback when her stepchildren accused her of bigamy, a claim she ultimately confessed to! Meanwhile, newcomer Gina Rossi arrived ...
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5
Blood Ties
Sixteen-year-old Buki Lester, a crack addict, was admitted to Larkhall, leading Shaz to impulsively pierce Denny's tongue, resulting in a life-threate...
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6
Do or Die
The arrival of 'Podger Pam' at G-wing's Lifer's Unit sent shockwaves through the other inmates. Helen Stewart, concerned about Pam's misdiagnosed ment...
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The Great Escape
A documentary crew from Kicking Productions arrived at HMP Larkhall, stirring chaos within the prison. Jim Fenner, determined to get Shell Dockley out...
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8
Uninvited Guests
Shell and Denny reveled in their newfound freedom with a wild night of drugs and vodka, while Sylvia and Bobby Hollamby were confronted by the vengefu...
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9
Common Criminal
Charlotte Myddleton, a high-society 'it-girl', finds herself serving a year in Larkhall for drug-related charges. The other inmates are far from welco...
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10
Chapel of Love
Crystal has started a hunger strike to protest her drug test results, and after a retest, her claims are validated. Meanwhile, Josh uncovers Di's acti...
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Battle Lines
The arrival of the Peckham boot gang on G-Wing throws everything into disarray! Femi, a Nigerian inmate who doesn’t speak English, finds herself at ...
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12
Tough Love
The riot concluded without further violence after Nikki secured the Peckham boot gang back in their cells. Unfortunately for her, Helen decided to end...
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13
Revolving Doors
Shaz faced more bullying from Al, while Di Barker had a brief fling with Gina Rossi's boyfriend, Mark, in the restroom. She expertly covered her decep...
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14
Fronting Up
Jim took on a side job collecting money from Virginia's brothels. Helen was eager to demonstrate that Jim shouldn't work with female inmates and was t...
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15
Cat & Mouse
Josh got an unexpected delivery from Denny that could help clear Crystal’s name. Meanwhile, Jim revealed to Nikki that Helen has started dating Dr. ...
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16
Coming Out
On the day of Nikki's trial, Fenner makes one last attempt to sabotage her by trying to blackmail Di into slipping a scalpel into Nikki's bag. Fortuna...
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Fight or Flight
The tension picks up right where we left off, with Yvonne facing the Block. Officers discover through a news report that Shell's body was never recove...
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Unholy Alliances
Yvonne's attempt to break free was thwarted by Jim, Karen, and PO Blakeson, resulting in her spending the following week in isolation. Meanwhile, G-Wi...
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Behind Closed Doors
Jim's attempts to manipulate Maxi backfire when he realizes she won't be intimidated and, even more shockingly, that she was responsible for Virginia'...
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4
Fait Accompli
Denny made her way back to Larkhall, but Shell was notably absent. The arrival of two new inmates, ambitious Cassie Tyler and Roisin Connor, brought c...
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Only the Lonely
Tina was heartbroken after learning the identity of Virginia's killer. Meanwhile, Neil further alienated himself by prohibiting the officers from smok...
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Sweet Sixteen
After the tunnel collapse, Sylvia and Mark successfully rescued Buki. Roisin informed Cassie that she had retracted her statement, which meant she wou...
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Pillow Talk
Jim came to the startling realization that Neil's feelings for him went beyond mere professional interest. Meanwhile, Shaz and Denny decided to prank ...
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Prison Issue
Jim informs Neil that he has reported him for sexual harassment. In a desperate act due to the bullying from Denny and Shaz, Buki harms herself. Yvonn...
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Baby on Board
Shaz intervened just in time to save Yvonne, allowing her to gain the upper hand against Maxi. After a near-death experience, Maxi began to grasp her ...
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10
Family Matters
Karen reported to the police that Jim had raped her. Meanwhile, Buki continued to care for baby Baxter and convinced Mark to take her and Crystal to t...
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11
Battle Lines
When Karen declined the role, Neil had no choice but to appoint Sylvia as wing governor. Both were taken aback when prison inspectors arrived at the g...
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12
Appearances Sake
Sylvia's plan to conceal Maxi's body in the chapel backfires spectacularly when it unexpectedly rolls out during a church service. Meanwhile, Mark is ...
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13
True Colours
Denny was heartbroken after learning that Shaz had been transferred. In her place, Snowball Merriman, a supposed Hollywood starlet, arrived but immedi...
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14
Hard Knock Life
Neil and Di continued to unpack the reality of their fake marriage. Rhiannon was filled with remorse after the Julies received their eight-year senten...
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15
Marriage of Inconvenience
Karen returned from her vacation and was greeted by Ritchie Atkins. She later confided in Yvonne about her relationship with his son, which visibly ir...
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16
Curtain Call
In this intense series finale, the day of the prison open house has finally come. Di and Neil are officially married, but Jim can't shake off the unea...
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Series 5 - Episode 1
Two weeks have passed since the explosion, and now the fallout begins to unfold. Jim and the other prison officers face unexpected challenges in Amste...
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Series 5 - Episode 2
Shell made her way to G-Wing and immediately got involved with Fenner. Meanwhile, tensions flared between Denny and Snowball. Babs experienced a sligh...
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Series 5 - Episode 3
Snowball's escape was progressing smoothly until she crossed paths with Ritchie. Will Karen end up in danger? Meanwhile, a heartbroken Sylvia returned...
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Series 5 - Episode 4
Shell delivers her baby and warns Fenner about revealing his pimping operation after defending herself against Colin, leading to chaos. Meanwhile, Syl...
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Series 5 - Episode 5
Yvonne was determined to uncover the truth about the situation involving Shell, Colin, and Fenner, while Sylvia faced rejection from Henry and found h...
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Series 5 - Episode 6
When Neil turns down Di's advances, she devises an unconventional plan for artificial insemination. Meanwhile, Phyl and Bev are busy orchestrating the...
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Series 5 - Episode 7
Snowball had a final rendezvous with Ritchie, but things took an unexpected turn! Christopher Biggins found himself taken hostage by inmates protestin...
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Series 5 - Episode 8
Yvonne went to Ritchie's funeral accompanied by Colin, who offered her some comfort. However, Colin's support wavered when Jim discovered drugs among ...
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Series 5 - Episode 9
Colin opens up to Karen about Fenner, and she vows to keep his secret until it's essential to share it. Julie S begins her cancer treatment, supported...
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Series 5 - Episode 10
After undergoing her mastectomy, Julie S chose to come back to Larkhall to recover among her friends. Yvonne instructed Lauren to check out Colin's fl...
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Series 5 - Episode 11
After the tragic event of Snowball's suicide, Jim and Karen find themselves in a challenging situation. Jim gifts Tina a camera, hoping to lighten the...
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Series 5 - Episode 12
Outgoing wing-governor Karen is determined to secure her position while finishing her notice period. Jim grows frustrated with Tina for not delivering...
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Series 5 - Episode 13
Phyl and Bev take the concept of an 'open prison' to the extreme when they sneak out to dine at an upscale restaurant! Meanwhile, Karen presents Neil ...
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Series 5 - Episode 14
Fenner successfully secured the support of the new Wing-Governor, Di, but then inexplicably turned against Yvonne. Meanwhile, new inmate Kris joined G...
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Series 5 - Episode 15
Di pretends to have a miscarriage. Denny's upcoming art show faces a hurdle due to Phyl and Bev's focus on maximizing their financial gain from their ...
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Series 5 - Episode 16
In the series finale, Yvonne chose to assist Kris in her escape scheme. Colin managed to unlock the entrance to the underground 'old prison,' but Fenn...
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Series 6 - Episode 1
As the inmates celebrate Yvonne's successful escape, Selena and Kris devise their own plan to break free. Fenner is troubled by his actions from six w...
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Series 6 - Episode 2
G Wing bids a heartfelt goodbye to Yvonne, while Jim is thrown for a loop when Lauran unexpectedly shows up at his door with probing questions. Tanya ...
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Series 6 - Episode 3
With Bev recovering in the hospital wing after her overdose, Frances is resolute about targeting the drug dealers, keeping Phyl under constant watch u...
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Series 6 - Episode 4
A Muslim woman sentenced for the murder of a family member insists she is innocent and takes her protest to the G Wing roof, leading to a tense situat...
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Series 6 - Episode 5
All officers and inmates are required to take drug tests, putting Colin in a difficult position. Neil is worried about the test results, but not for t...
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Series 6 - Episode 6
Larkhall is shaken up by the entrance of Tanya Turner, who has been incarcerated for holding Class A drugs. She quickly seeks to befriend Darlene upon...
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Series 6 - Episode 7
A wave of poisonings sweeps through G Wing, and all fingers point to Tanya Turner, who arrived just before the first victim fell ill. Feeling threaten...
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Series 6 - Episode 8
Following her arrest for murder, Tanya is interrogated regarding the poisoning of Al, but the evidence against her appears flimsy, prompting authoriti...
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Series 6 - Episode 9
Selena Geeson comes back from Canada alongside Kris's sister Milly, both determined to clear Kris's name. Natalie Buxton grows wary when Kris turns do...
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Series 6 - Episode 10
On the day of the tribunal, Governor Neil Grayling must confront serious accusations of sexual misconduct that could spell the end of his political ca...
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Series 6 - Episode 11
As Di and Jim prepare for their wedding, they remain oblivious to Neil Grayling and Karen Betts, who are scheming to sabotage Jim's happiness. Karen s...
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Series 6 - Episode 12
Kris Yates has staged a bold escape from Larkhall prison, and her partner Selena finds herself under scrutiny for aiding her. In the finale of the s...
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Series 7 - Episode 1
Jim finds himself trapped in a prison cell, facing the consequences of his own actions. How will he navigate his way out? On G-Wing, Governor Neil Gra...
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Series 7 - Episode 2
Jim pulls out all the stops to secure his release from jail, but will Di catch on to his manipulative tactics? Tensions flare on G-Wing as the inmates...
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Series 7 - Episode 3
Jim is frantically trying to dodge any intimate moments with Di, but how long can he keep her at bay, and what measures will he take to prevent starti...
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Series 7 - Episode 4
The media crowd outside Larkhall, eager for the arrival of 18-year-old Laura Canning, who was convicted of murdering her mother. Meanwhile, Natalie an...
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Series 7 - Episode 5
Arun is hiding a troubling secret that she is determined to protect. The scam involving buns and booze orchestrated by the Costa Cons is on the verge ...
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Series 7 - Episode 6
A new inmate, Pat Kerrigan, arrives at Larkhall with a strong desire to ensure that Sister Thomas faces the consequences of her actions, and she’s n...
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Series 7 - Episode 7
Arun's identity as a transgender individual is an open secret in G-Wing, and tensions are rising. As Arun grapples with dark thoughts of self-harm, wi...
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Series 7 - Episode 8
Arun's transfer comes to a standstill following the altercation between Pat and Natalie. Meanwhile, Tina discovers the plot between Phyl and Bev. Di's...
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Series 7 - Episode 9
Jim calls it quits with Di after uncovering her deceit. Meanwhile, Bev rescues Phyl from the unwanted advances of the shady delivery man, Frank. Seizi...
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10
Series 7 - Episode 10
Fenner seems to be on the brink of facing the consequences of his actions. As the sole prison officer in the hanging cell, he finds himself alone when...
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11
Series 7 - Episode 11
Larkhall is buzzing with excitement as news spreads of Jim Fenner's demise; he was viciously murdered in the hanging cell, and his wife Di is the firs...
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12
Series 7 - Episode 12
Di (Tracey Wilkinson) finds herself wrongfully accused of Jim Fenner's (Jack Ellis) murder, and her situation takes a drastic turn as she ends up behi...
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Christmas Special
A fierce storm isolates the prison, leading to a reunion between the two Julies. Meanwhile, a mysterious inmate arrives at reception, but she has no i...
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Series 8 - Episode 1
Governor Joy Masterton is appalled when her new deputy, Lou Stoke, shows up for her first day at Larkhall clearly under the influence of alcohol. Mean...
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Series 8 - Episode 2
Janine Nebeski is taken aback when her father unexpectedly shows up, accusing her of causing her mother's death. Lou Stoke steps in, persuading him to...
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Series 8 - Episode 3
Natalie Buxton, though high on drugs, is set on avenging herself against Pat Kerrigan. Meanwhile, new inmate Angela Robbins joins Bev as her cellmate ...
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Series 8 - Episode 4
Stella Gough, a new inmate, aspires to enlist in the army upon her release from prison. Governor Joy Masterton finds herself drawn to Stella's determi...
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Series 8 - Episode 5
Governor Joy Masterton is struggling to process the revelation that Stella, the new inmate, is her long-lost daughter whom she placed for adoption. Me...
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Series 8 - Episode 6
G-Wing is alive with anticipation as Julie S eagerly awaits the arrival of her son David and his fiancée. Pat Kerrigan shares in the excitement, reli...
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Series 8 - Episode 7
The national news breaks the story of Natalie Buxton’s escape from Larkhall, leaving the inmates of G-Wing ecstatic, except for Pat Kerrigan, who is...
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Series 8 - Episode 8
Reeling from the traumatic experience of taking a man's life during a failed bank robbery, Tina O'Kane is brought back to Larkhall, where she contempl...
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Series 8 - Episode 9
Janine receives approval to visit her mother’s grave, accompanied by Donny. Meanwhile, Lou is taken aback by a surprise proposal from Doctor Rowan, ...
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Series 8 - Episode 10
Catherine Earlham, the savvy entrepreneur and interior design star, graces This Morning with Fern and Phillip just ahead of her court hearing. Could t...
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Christmas Special 2006
Christmas isn't Sylvia Hollamby's favorite season, and this year proves to be no exception. With the drains in G Wing overflowing, the staff is left p...
