Beyond Scared Straight
Overview
Beyond Scared Straight offers a gripping look at programs designed for at-risk youth, where incarcerated individuals share their stark experiences behind bars. Through intense interactions and candid storytelling, these inmates aim to dissuade teenagers from pursuing a path of delinquency. The show captures raw emotions and the harsh truths of prison life, providing a sobering perspective that challenges young viewers to reconsider their choices. By confronting the consequences of criminal behavior, the series seeks to instill a sense of accountability and awareness in its participants.
Episodes
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1
Chowchilla
At Valley State Prison for Women, the inmates band together, employing a mix of confrontation, knowledge-sharing, and dialogue to prevent five young g...
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Jessup
Five teenagers face the stark truths of prison life at the Maryland Correctional Institution at Jessup, surrounded by intimidating inmates, including ...
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Corcoran
In a California prison where Charles Manson is incarcerated, tough inmates introduce a group of teenagers to the harsh realities of life behind bars. ...
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4
Lieber
Six troubled teenagers are sent to Lieber Correctional Facility in Ridgeville, SC, for an immersive experience of life behind bars. Through the inmate...
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5
San Quentin
Four troubled teenagers arrive at one of America’s most notorious prisons to engage in the S.Q.U.I.R.E.S. program, the oldest youth diversion initia...
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Hagerstown
In a unique program, inmates in Maryland expose a group of five troubled teenagers to life behind bars by making them experience "Lock-up Loaf," a har...
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Jessup Women's Prison
Five vulnerable girls find themselves thrust into a harrowing simulation that mimics the humiliating experience of being imprisoned. Four friends, cau...
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Mecklenburg County, NC
In Charlotte, NC, rebellious teen Jose finds himself facing off against some intimidating inmates and Sgt. Garrett, a fiercely tough female deputy unl...
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2
Oakland County, MI
Located near Detroit's notorious 8-Mile, Oakland County, Michigan, has its own share of gritty streets. However, the deputies and inmates involved in ...
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3
Portsmouth County, VA
A troubled teenager, aspiring to become a successful rapper, faces a harsh reality check when he realizes the consequences of his drug use and gang in...
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4
Oklahoma County, OK
In Oklahoma County, a surge of gang activity and street crime is gripping the community. Vulnerable teenagers are increasingly drawn into the allure o...
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5
San Bernadino County, CA - Boys
In the gripping finale of the second season, four teenagers visit the San Bernardino County Jail in California. Their experience takes a haunting turn...
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6
Richland County, SC
At the Richland County Jail in South Carolina, troubled teenagers get a stark glimpse of prison life as they spend a harrowing night locked in cells. ...
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7
St. Clair County, IL
Teens visiting a prison in St. Clair, Illinois, find themselves on edge as they encounter the loud and aggressive shouts of the inmates. The fear and ...
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8
San Bernardino County, CA - Girls
A group of teenage girls takes a trip to a prison in San Bernardino County, California. During their visit, one of the girls finds herself in a heated...
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9
Western Tidewater Regional Jail, VA
The siblings make a trip to the Western Tidewater Regional Jail located in Virginia.
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10
Queen Anne's County, MD
At the Queen Anne's County Jail, a "Reset" program in Maryland brings together six vulnerable teens for a four-day intervention. They face the harsh r...
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Oakland County, MI - Girls
In the outskirts of Detroit, a rebellious trio of girls known as The Three Musketeers finds that their friendship isn't strong enough to endure a sing...
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12
Hampton Roads Regional Jail
In the explosive season three finale, a young pyromaniac makes an unexpected trip to the Hampton Roads Regional Jail, where his mother serves as a dep...
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Boston, MA - Girls
In a city where gang affiliation is determined by your neighborhood, four troubled teenage girls face a challenging day in a female detention center t...
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Jacksonville, FL - Boys
In Jacksonville, Florida, four troubled teenagers participate in a three-part "scared straight" program. At 15, KeShawn stands tall and unafraid, yet ...
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St. Clair County Jail, IL - The Return of Ice Mike
Troubled youths in the St. Clair County Jail diversion program undergo lie detector tests that uncover startling truths. Returning from last season, i...
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Hudson County Correctional Center, NJ
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Oklahoma County Jail, OK - The Return of Tiny
The Return of "Tiny"
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San Bernardino County Jail, CA - Parents and Sons
Officials believe that a visit to a prison might provide a reality check for some unruly teenagers from San Bernardino County in Southern California.
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7
Lake County Detention Center, FL
In the swamp, a couple of troublemakers get a reality check. One of them is a 17-year-old girl who often relies on her appearance to get what she want...
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Fulton County Jail, GA
A teenage drug dealer, a child model, and a pair of twin bullies find themselves in a Georgia jail, seeking a firsthand encounter with the realities o...
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Hampton County Regional Jail, VA - Teen Takedown
A confident teenage drug dealer arrives at a Virginia jail, unafraid of the mocking inmates. Among them, Nasty Nard meets the newcomers with hostility...
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Richland County, SC - Girls
A Texas mom decides to enroll her three unruly daughters in an overnight jail program located in Richland County, South Carolina.
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11
Oneida County, NY
A teenage guest at the Oneida County Correctional Facility in central New York settles into a restraint chair, while another young troublemaker is han...
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12
Oklahoma County, OK - Drama Queen
In the Oklahoma County Detention Center, a pampered diva learns a crucial lesson from tough inmates who have seen it all.
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13
Floyd County Jail, GA
A father battling cancer believes that a stay in Floyd County Jail in Georgia will provide his troubled teenage son with a vital life lesson.
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14
Portsmouth County, VA
Inmates at Portsmouth County Jail deliver some harsh realities to an aspiring rap artist. Meanwhile, combative siblings face tough decisions that coul...
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15
Western Tidewater Regional Jail, VA
In Virginia's Western Tidewater Regional Jail, a rebellious teenage girl finds herself sharing a cell with a family member. As they navigate their tim...
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Suffolk County, MA - Boys
The clink welcomes a trio of new inmates: a talented young football player with sticky fingers, a suburban teenager who enjoys smoking pot, and an up-...
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17
Follow-Up Special
In this episode, the show reconnects with teenagers who appeared in previous installments to explore how their time in jail has influenced their lives...
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Oneida, NY
Four girls facing personal struggles experience the harsh realities of prison life while spending time at the Oneida County Correctional Facility.
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Floyd County Jail, Ga: Deputy Lyle Returns
A vibrant deputy strives to turn around the lives of four wayward teens who find themselves in his Georgia jail.
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3
Western Tidewater Regional Jail, Va: Big and Bad
A 14-year-old street fighter's rebellious demeanor catches the deputies off guard at a jail in Virginia.
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Lake County, FLA
A 12-year-old girl finds herself in tears after a distressing experience at the Lake County Detention Center in Florida.
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Oakland County, Mich
A hefty 14-year-old boy violently confronts his adoptive parents and finds himself in a Michigan correctional facility, where he encounters tough inma...
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St. Clair County, Ill.
The ruthless killer known as Hustle Man targets a vulnerable teenager who stands firm in his decision not to groom another inmate's chest hair.
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Douglas County, Ga.
Two rebellious teenage sisters naively think they can handle life behind bars, while a car-thieving bully learns the hard way that prison is populated...
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Hampton Roads, Va.: Girls Fight Back
Four troubled teens with rebellious streaks find themselves visiting a juvenile detention center, where they quickly realize that their tough-guy pers...
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Richland County, SC: Truth or Consequences
After a grueling overnight stint in a Richland County, SC jail, 12-year-old Aaron, known for his tendency to lie, surprises the deputies by outperform...
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Albuquerque, N.M.: Dance, Bieber, Dance
A laid-back stoner becomes aggressive when fellow inmates at the Metropolitan Detention Center in Albuquerque, N.M., disrespect his girlfriend. Meanwh...
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Floyd County, Ga.: Snitches Get Stitches
A former aggressive inmate, now more docile, aspires to positively impact the lives of the incoming young offenders in his correctional facility.
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Oklahoma County, Okla.: Insane and Chaos
A young inmate from Oklahoma attempts to make a break for it during a visit in jail. Meanwhile, a group of preteen boys finds themselves pressured to ...
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Queen Anne's County: Outside and Inside
An inmate in jail hurls chairs at a rebellious teen; a 16-year-old with a drinking problem faces a harsh reality during a visit to a funeral home; in ...
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Fulton County, Ga.
Minor misdeeds put a strain on the close relationship between two brothers. The teenagers find themselves exploring an "alternative lifestyle" facilit...
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Charlotte County, Fla.
A promising young football player grapples with substance abuse and aggression, jeopardizing his aspirations of becoming a police officer. Meanwhile, ...
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St. Clair, Ill.
Two young brothers find themselves apart shortly after arriving at the St. Clair County Jail in Illinois. Meanwhile, a laid-back stoner discovers that...
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Dougherty County, Ga.
A brash thief, a small-time stoner, a rough-around-the-edges troublemaker, and a compulsive shoplifter find themselves in Dougherty County Jail in Geo...
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Western Tidewater, VA: Family Ties
In Virginia, pandemonium erupts as officers jump into action when feisty sisters Quaja and Quona, along with their cousin Tay-Tay, learn they will hav...
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Douglas County, GA: A Family's Loss
After the tour of the jail, tragedy strikes when a teenager, striving to turn his life around, is lost to the streets.
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Chester County, SC: Roundtree Circle
A 15-year-old's life is turned upside down when he spots his hard-as-nails older brother in a prison uniform. Meanwhile, a laid-back stoner finds hims...
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St. Clair County, IL: Precious Time
A 19-year-old sophomore from high school finds himself breaking into homes and hustling on the streets. Meanwhile, two teens struggling with drug use ...
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Portsmouth County, VA: Without My Daddy
A 14-year-old girl and her younger half-sister find themselves in trouble, exhibiting violent behavior while in juvenile detention. Meanwhile, two tee...
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Oklahoma City, OK: Teen Father?
After being taken into custody at an Oklahoma jail, two brothers and their sister, who have been wreaking havoc through crime and violence, find thems...
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Dougherty County, GA: Song for Sandals
A 12-year-old prodigy discovers that his intelligence may not be as exceptional as he believed when he finds himself inside Georgia's Dougherty County...
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Fulton County, Ga.: My Father the Inmate
A callous 17-year-old who steals cars faces a harsh reality when he discovers that his stepfather is locked up in a Georgia prison.
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St. Clair County, IL: Bunk and Junk
A period behind bars puts the bond between two tight-knit sisters to the ultimate test, while a young thief finds himself emulating the path of his li...
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Chester County, SC: Girls
A thieving teenager zaps her rivals with a Taser; surveillance footage reveals a young fighter's embarrassing loss; a brash student makes a chilling t...
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San Bernardino, CA: Hold on Turbo
A 14-year-old from San Bernardino, California, who associates with gang members, experiences an unforgettable day in jail.
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Hampton Roads, VA: Jailhouse Rap
After a brutal clash, a troubled 15-year-old fighter faces a harsh wake-up call when he unexpectedly runs into a family member while in jail. This enc...
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Douglas County, GA: Judgement Day
A confrontational teenager from Georgia deceives a judge, leading to a sentence that requires him to serve time in the Douglas County Jail.
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Fulton County, GA: Blood Orange
A 13-year-old boy with a penchant for setting fires plots to attack members of a competing gang. However, his intentions take an unexpected turn when ...
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Oklahoma City, Okla: Tears of a Clown
In the Season 8 premiere, two fierce sisters from Oklahoma City make a trip to a prison, setting the stage for intense drama.
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Western Tidewater, VA: Mother and Child Reunion
A 14-year-old girl travels to a Virginia prison to see her mother, who is serving time there.
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Chester, SC: The Harder They Fall
A troubled 16-year-old rapper, known for his aggressive lyrics, takes a trip to a prison in South Carolina. During his visit, he confronts the harsh r...
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Fulton, GA: Facing Foxxxxy
A troubled 15-year-old boy takes a trip to a prison in Georgia.
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Chester, S.C.: The Harder They Fall
A 16-year-old rapper from South Carolina confronts the authority of prison guards, prompting them to join forces and show the defiant teenager a lesso...
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Fulton County, Ga.: Wasted Time
A mother finds herself compelled to deploy pepper spray and a stun gun against her unruly 15-year-old son. As a result of the incident, he experiences...
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Floyd, GA: Dep. Lyle Lays Down the Law
An unconventional deputy from the Floyd County Sheriff's Office in Georgia uses a mix of tough love, encouragement, and support to guide a carjacker, ...
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Portsmouth, VA - Jail House Cookies
Portsmouth, Va.: Jail House Cookies
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Chester, S.C.: Cornflake, Sandbag & Frozen
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Dougherty County, Ga.: Weekend Worriers
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Douglas, Ga.: Concrete & Steel
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Richland County SC Final Jeopardy
A 14-year-old bully, filmed brutally assaulting his mother, experiences a harsh reality check during an extended overnight stint at Richland Jail in S...
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Oklahoma City, OK: Uncle Inmate
Furious sisters Precious, 14, and Keying, 17, believe they can handle life behind bars. However, their bravado is shattered when they unexpectedly fin...
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St. Clair, Ill.: Lexi's Lockup Lash-Out
A pampered 15-year-old gang member finds herself surrounded by a group of furious inmates in jail and decides to stand her ground by fighting back.
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Lights Out!
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11
Lights Out!