Prison Break_
"Just have a little faith."
Due to a political conspiracy, an innocent man is sent to death row and his only hope is his brother, who makes it his mission to deliberately get himself sent to the same prison in order to break the both of them out, from the inside out.
Created By
Paul T. Scheuring
Network
FOX
Episodes
88
Updated Feb 16, 2026
WHERE TO WATCH
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7 countries
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6 countries
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DROPTHE_ GOSSIP
Overview
Prison Break has 5 seasons with 88 episodes spanning 2005-2017.
Rating
With a 8.1/10 rating from 5,771 votes, Prison Break is considered highly rated.
Year context
Prison Break first aired 21 years ago in 2005.
CAST (11)
Wentworth Miller
Michael Scofield
Dominic Purcell
Lincoln Burrows
Sarah Wayne Callies
Sara Tancredi
Paul Adelstein
Paul Kellerman
Rockmond Dunbar
Benjamin 'C-Note' Franklin
Robert Knepper
Theodore 'T-Bag' Bagwell
Amaury Nolasco
Fernando Sucre
Inbar Lavi
Sheba
Augustus Prew
David 'Whip' Martin
Mark Feuerstein
Jacob Ness
Said Bey
terrorist
SEASONS (5 seasons, 88 episodes)
SEASON 1
01
Pilot
Michael Scofield, a structural engineer, attempts to rob a bank in order to get incarcerated at Fox River State Penitentiary, where his brother Lincoln Burrows,…
02
Allen
Michael seeks help of his fellow prison inhabitants to execute his escape plans.
03
Cell Test
When Michael reveals his escape plan to Sucre, Sucre chooses to be no part of it, and requests a cell transfer. Michael gets a new…
04
Cute Poison
Veronica keeps uncovering new information regarding Lincoln's case and decides she wants to work on the case full-time. When no one wants to help her…
05
English, Fitz or Percy
Kellerman and Hale blackmail Warden Pope. Michael finds out he might get out earlier than anticipated. Veronica becomes uncertain of her allies.
06
Riots, Drills and the Devil (1)
Michael creates a lockdown by sabotaging the air conditioning in order to execute his breakout plan properly, and unintentionally causes a riot that gets Sara…
07
Riots, Drills and the Devil (2)
While the riot intensifies, Abruzzi and Sucre join forces. Michael must decide whether or not to save the life of Dr. Tancredi.
08
The Old Head
Michael finds out a storeroom fundamental to his escape plans has been converted into a break room. Veronica and Nick are being threatened.
09
Tweener
Abruzzi's demotion in the prison hierachy puts the entire escape plan at risk. Michael finds himself in the uneviable position of trying to protect T-Bag's…
10
Sleight of Hand
Michael is forced to give up Fibonacci's location to Philly Falzone, and Kellerman and Hale get a little unwanted help to track down LJ who…
11
And Then There Were 7
The escapees and Dr. Tancredi are shocked when they learn the identity of Michael's visitor, who brings with her a very important piece of the…
12
Odd Man Out
Michael sees proof his plan is working, so he begins to overcome the last obstacle. As the escape draws near, the group tries to reduce…
13
End of the Tunnel
With Lincoln's execution scheduled for the following day, Veronica comes out of hiding to contact him and gains an ally. Kellerman makes the ultimate sacrifice…
14
The Rat
Veronica and Nick request a judge to postpone Lincoln's execution. A C.O. becomes suspicious about a broken door.
15
By the Skin and the Teeth
As Lincoln is about to be executed, he briefly sees his father in the viewing room. A phone call from judge Kessler delays the execution.…
16
Brother's Keeper
Flashbacks shed light on the past actions that led to the incarceration of Lincoln, Sucre, T-Bag and C-Note. Basis of Michael's ingenious break-out plan are…
17
J-Cat
Lincoln is worried about Michael's sanity while Michael has trouble remembering some parts of the prison schematics. Sucre has to conceal the hole in the…
18
Bluff
In an effort to recreate the missing piece of the tattoo, Michael gets transferred to the psych ward, seeking the help of Haywire. T-Bag and…
19
The Key
Michael must get the key to the infirmary and enlist the help of an old face, while Lincoln learns the identity of his kidnapper and…
20
Tonight
Westmoreland wants Michael to speed up the planned escape, and gets Bellick one step closer to unraveling it. Michael has to decide whether to involve…
21
Go
Everyone's ready to make their escapes across the high wire. Veronica and Nick realize they may be in over their heads. And Agent Kellerman helps…
22
Flight
As the escape is in progress, Warden Pope and Captain Bellick begin a search to detain the escapees. Michael and co. have to reach the…
SEASON 2
01
Manhunt
As eight hours has passed since the escape, Michael, Lincoln, Sucre, C-Note and Abruzzi attempt to evade their seekers. Bellick is forced to relinquish the…
02
Otis
Mahone tries to lure the escapees by targeting an imprisoned LJ. Michael and Lincoln come up with a plan to free LJ from jail. Sucre,…
03
Scan
Michael and a wounded Lincoln try to outmaneuver Mahone, who is hot on their trail. Sara gets a surprise visit to her bedside.Following his suspension,…
04
First Down
Bellick, now teamed up with Michael, Lincoln and Nika, sets out to find the money stolen by Westmoreland during the 1971 skyjacking. Kellerman targets Sara,…
05
Map 1213
Michael and Lincoln are eager to locate the Double K ranch where Westmoreland hid his millions. Sucre goes to Las Vegas to prevent Maricruz from…
06
Subdivision
Mahone takes an interest in the story of DB Cooper.In their quest to find Westmoreland's treasure, Michael and Lincoln travel house-to-house in Utah. Haywire's journey…
07
Buried
Michael, Sucre, T-Bag and C-Note claim the hidden treasure.An anxious Lincoln risks everything to get to LJ. LJ grows wary about the easy getaway. Kellerman…
08
Dead Fall
In his efforts to try to get hold of all of the money Sucre runs into some unexpected difficulties. And Captain Bellick and his partner…
09
Unearthed
In an effort to learn more about his pursuer Michael cozies up to Mahone's wife. L.J. and Lincoln have a bumpy road-trip. T-Bag receives a…
10
Rendezvous
As Michael reunites with Sara, Mahone and Kellerman strive to make sure they stay apart.On the road with LJ, Lincoln meets his father. Sucre tries…
11
Bolshoi Booze
As Lincoln tries to reunite with Michael, he has to say goodbye to another loved one. Michael attempts to obtain a getaway plane. T-Bag gets…
12
Disconnect
With Mahone on their trail, Michael, Lincoln, their father, and Sucre make a run for the getaway plane. Michael's reunion with his father sheds light…
13
The Killing Box
Bellick is anything but happy about his sudden homecoming-to Fox River.Elsewhere, Michael and Lincoln might face a homecoming of their own. Mahone and Kellerman use…
14
John Doe
Bellick gets a taste of the medicine he gave out when he was the Captain and Agent Mahone's ex-wife makes another appearance.
15
The Message
In Mexico, Sucre gets a car but gets in trouble by the police. Bellick has more trouble as the new inmate as prisoners who suffered…
16
Chicago
C-Note gets into a tricky situation when a robber holds up the diner he is in and demands everyone go into the storage room until…
17
Bad Blood
Michael and Sara request Henry Pope's help to retrieve the information that will topple The Company.Mahone pins down an escapee. Sucre discovers a new threat…
18
Wash
T-Bag digs deep and finds his 'nice-side' with the help of a psychiatrist. Michael, Lincoln, and Sara get their hands on evidence needed to bring…
19
Sweet Caroline
An unlikely alliance forms between Bellick and Sucre while Michael is determined to face the president. T-Bag gets into some trouble when he loses his…
20
Panama
Sara sacrifices herself for the safety of Michael so the brothers can get on with their final plan to attain freedom, but their plan gets…
21
Fin Del Camino
The day has finally come for Sara's trial while critical information that will exonerate her is being debunked. Meanwhile, Michael is determined to get his…
22
Sona
Michael tries to save his brother and himself from the unstoppable Mahone. Kellerman's testimony at Sara's trial proves different from what was expected, could this…
SEASON 3
01
Orientación
Now locked up in a Panamanian prison known as Sona, Michael, T-Bag, Bellick, and Mahone try to find a way out. Much to their devastation,…
02
Fire/Water
Michael and Mahone try to lure Whistler out of his hiding place. T-Bag gains some upward momentum in the prison hierarchy as the water supply…
03
Call Waiting
Whistler tells the truth to Michael. Michael tries to get in touch with Sara but the only phone is in Lechero's quarters, so he has…
04
Good Fences
After taking delivery of a package from The Company, Lincoln realizes that they are deadly serious. Michael's new break out plan relies on electricity. Haywire…
05
Interference
A new inmate named Tyge is brought to Sona. After he seemingly recognizes Whistler, Michael's doubts arise. T-Bag enters a new area of commerce.Lincoln goes…
06
Photo Finish
Michael threatens to cancel the escape plan unless he sees a proof that Sara is still alive. Whistler is accused of murdering an inmate and…
07
Vamonos
Everything goes wrong for Michael as he tries to create a diversion. Lincoln tries to outsmart Susan who has his son. Sucre offers his assistance…
08
Bang and Burn
Susan jeopardizes Michael's life as she puts her own escape plan into motion. Whistler's past catches up to his girlfriend.The Company goes after Lincoln and…
09
Boxed In
The Panamanian Army arranges Michael to get a taste of solitary. T-Bag reserves a spot in the escape. Bellick's life turns into an uphill battle.…
10
Dirt Nap
Lechero's demotion devastates Michael's breakout plan as Sammy takes reigns at Sona. T-Bag forces Bellick to fight in a fight where the odds are stacked…
11
Under and Out
Michael's escape may be in jeopardy because of heavy rain. T-Bag and Lechero join forces, while Bellick hopes to do the same with Mahone.
12
Hell or High Water
Michael, Whistler, and Mahone make their break from Sona. But Mahone seems like the odd man out along the way.
13
The Art of the Deal
Michael and Lincoln are left with no choice but to hand Whistler over in exchange to save LJ and Sofia. A familiar face enters Sona…
SEASON 4
01
Scylla
Michael has trailed Gretchen/Susan, Whistler and Mahone to L.A. Chaos reigns in SONA while T-Bag, Bellick and Sucre go missing. Lincoln and L.J. continue to…
02
Breaking & Entering
The gang has to break into the well-guarded home of company man Stuart Tuxhorn. Elsewhere, T-Bag must go to extremes to survive.
03
Shut Down
Michael attempts to track the cardholder and avoid going back to prison. Wyatt finds new information regarding Sara's whereabouts. Elsewhere, T-Bag uses a new identity…
04
Eagles and Angels
Michael, Lincoln and Sucre must crash a police benefit to obtain the next card key. Reeling from another death, Sara falls back into an old…
05
Safe and Sound
Self locates another card hidden in a safe within a secure federal building, as Mahone continues his quest for revenge. Meanwhile, T-Bag's new life may…
06
Blow Out
The entire operation may be in jeopardy when Mahone gets into trouble with the law. Gretchen's sister receives a surprise visitor. The Company may be…
07
Five the Hard Way
Lincoln takes members of the team to Las Vegas where Sucre gets an indecent proposal. Sara learns about Michael’s condition, and Roland pushes his luck…
08
The Price
Lincoln works to retrieve the final card, which is being held by the General. Michael and Self are forced to work with Gretchen. Meanwhile, Roland…
09
Greatness Achieved
Wyatt gets a taste of his own medicine, and Mahone finds some resolution. T-Bag scrambles when the police investigate his missing co-worker while Gretchen gets…
10
The Legend
Sara is left with no choice but to take Michael to the hospital as his condtion rapidly worsens. Sucre and Lincoln are faced with unknown…
11
Quiet Riot
Michael races against time and his ailing health to break into the Company headquarters to steal Scylla, but the break-in’s success lies with Sucre. Gretchen…
12
Selfless
Sara takes a hostage in a bid to secure Scylla. In the meantime, Michael and Lincoln finally meet the General while one of their members…
13
Deal Or No Deal
It's up to Michael to hold the gang together after they find out they were betrayed by one of their own. Meanwhile, Gretchen is blackmailed…
14
Just Business
Michael, whose condition is deteriorating, winds up in the hands of The Company who promise Lincoln that they can save Michael's life in exchange for…
15
Going Under
Michael gets medical attention from the most unlikely of places, and Charles Westmoreland returns to help uncover the true meaning of Scylla. Meanwhile, Lincoln and…
16
The Sunshine State
Lincoln and his new partners arrive in Miami to recover Scylla from its shocking new owner, and Sara searches for a missing Michael who learns…
17
The Mother Lode
Michael and Sara journey to Miami while Lincoln meets with his mother. T-Bag and Self's mission to locate Scylla takes a dramatic turn. The General…
18
VS.
Michael and Lincoln come to blows over Scylla as Christina sets the wheels in motion for her plan. Meanwhile, Sara receives life-changing news. T-Bag arrives…
19
S.O.B.
Michael's reunion with Christina is soured when she drops a bombshell regarding Lincoln, and T-Bag grows determined to prove he is worthy of being a…
20
Cowboys and Indians
Pandemonium erupts at the hotel following the assassination, and Christina puts the final pieces of her plan together. Meanwhile, the General makes good on his…
21
Rate of Exchange
Familiar faces return to help Michael end his quest to bring down The Company once and for all.
22
Killing Your Number
Michael tries to bring down the Company once and for all.
SEASON 5Resurrection
01
Ogygia
It's been seven years since Michael was presumed dead, but when clues suggest that he might still be alive, Lincoln reunites with Sara to help…
02
Kaniel Outis
As Lincoln and C-Note search for the "Sheik of Light," Michael and his cellmate, Whip, attempt an escape from Ogygia. Meanwhile, Sara's investigation into Michael's…
03
The Liar
When T-Bag ambushes Sara, he warns her that two of Poseidon's henchmen, Van Gogh and A&W, may be following her. Meanwhile, Lincoln attempts to retrieve…
04
The Prisoner's Dilemma
Michael, Whip and Ja make their last attempt to break from Ogygia, but must make a deal with the devil to do so. Lincoln races…
05
Contingency
Lincoln becomes frustrated as he tries to understand what really happened to Michael. C-Note has a new escape plan, but fears it will not be…
06
Phaecia
As Michael, Lincoln and the remaining Ogygia gang try to escape Yemen, they find themselves racing though the desert from a vengeful Cyclops. Meanwhile, A&W…
07
Wine Dark Sea
Sara becomes fearful of her family's safety when she discovers the real reason that Michael faked his own death. In the meantime, Michael and Lincoln…
08
Progeny
When Sara and her son's safety is threatened, Michael and Lincoln recruit the help of Sheba and C-Note to try and catch Poseidon. Meanwhile, Whip…
09
Behind the Eyes
Dangerous threats keep Michael and Lincoln fighting to protect Sara and Mike. Meanwhile, Poseidon continues to try and outsmart Michael and the rest of the…
SERIES INFO
5
Seasons
88
Episodes
Ended
Status
CREW
Creator
Paul T. Scheuring
Showrunner
Nelson McCormick
Showrunner
Kevin Hooks
Showrunner
Paul Scheuring
Showrunner
Brett Ratner
Showrunner
Michael Pavone
Showrunner
Marty Adelstein
Showrunner
Matt Olmstead
Showrunner
Neal H. Moritz
NETWORKS (1)
FOX
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Prison Break about?
Due to a political conspiracy, an innocent man is sent to death row and his only hope is his brother, who makes it his mission to deliberately get himself sent to the same prison in order to break the both of them out, from the inside out.
Where can I watch Prison Break?
Prison Break is available on Disney+, Netflix, Rakuten TV, Prime Video, Hotstar. Availability varies by region.
How many seasons does Prison Break have?
Prison Break has 5 seasons with 88 episodes total.
Who created Prison Break?
Prison Break was created by Paul T. Scheuring.
Who stars in Prison Break?
The cast of Prison Break includes Wentworth Miller, Dominic Purcell, Sarah Wayne Callies, Paul Adelstein, Rockmond Dunbar.
What is the rating of Prison Break?
Prison Break has a rating of 8.1 out of 10 based on 5,771 votes on TMDB.
Is Prison Break still running?
Prison Break has ended. The final episode aired on .
GENRES (3)
Action & Adventure
Crime
Drama