3 episodes

Inside Barlinnie - Series 1

First aired Oct 8, 2024Season 1

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.

Episodes

Episode 1

Us and Them

Oct 8, 202458 min

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.

Episode 2

Escape

Oct 8, 202458 min

Inmate Jamie relapses with the temptation of illegal drugs. Darren calls in the chaplain to help him with self-harm attempts and suicide.

Episode 3

Throw Away the Keys?

Oct 8, 202458 min

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.