Inside Barlinnie

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.

Documentary

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.

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Rating

3.0/10

Release Date

2024-10-08

Episodes

2 (1 seasons)

Status

Ended

Cast

Jimmy Boyle

Jimmy Boyle

Self

Jamie Lee

Jamie Lee

Narrator

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