Escape at Dannemora
Overview
Based on true events, this gripping miniseries chronicles the 2015 escape of two convicted murderers from a maximum-security prison in upstate New York. Their audacious flight ignited a sprawling manhunt, while a married female prison worker became an unwitting accomplice, embroiling herself in romantic entanglements with both inmates. Tension mounts as the story unfolds, revealing the complexities of love, betrayal, and desperation against a backdrop of raw emotion and chilling reality. Escape at Dannemora explores not just the escape itself but the lives intertwined in this harrowing saga.
Episodes
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Part 1
Following the dramatic prison escape from Clinton Correctional Facility in Dannemora, NY, in June 2015, Joyce “Tilly” Mitchell finds herself unde...
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Pilot
At just 10 years old, T.J. accelerates his education by skipping several grades, making his way into high school. As he navigates this new and challe...
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Part 2
Matt devises a plan to escape from Dannemora, but Sweat is hesitant and unwilling to embrace the danger. As Matt assists Tilly in dealing with a diff...
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The Code
In the premiere episode, T.J. struggles to navigate life beyond academics and faces consequences for violating "The Code," which dictates that one sho...
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Part 3
As Matt and Sweat navigate their surroundings, they encounter various barriers and challenges in their quest for escape. However, their optimism fuel...
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Brother, Brother
When two twin sisters enroll at school, Marcus finds himself smitten with the attractive cheerleader. However, he mistakenly confuses her with her aca...
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Part 4
Eager for a fresh start, Tilly attempts to steer clear of Lyle, who is secretly preparing a surprise for their anniversary. Meanwhile, Sweat is hard ...
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Don't Do That Thing You Do
When Marcus' band's keyboardist injures his finger, T.J steps in to fill the role. Meanwhile, Yvette faces embarrassment as her friend confesses to ha...
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Part 5
As the day for their escape arrives, Matt and Sweat are acutely aware that even a minor error could jeopardize everything. However, the presence of a ...
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Lab Rats
Assigned by their biology teacher to study animal behavior, Mo and T.J. opt to observe T.J.'s siblings, Marcus and Yvette. As they delve into the dyn...
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Part 6
This episode delves into the psyches of Matt and Sweat, revealing their potential beyond the confines of prison. Meanwhile, Tilly’s instincts come t...
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A Little Knowledge
T.J. secures a place on the quiz show Knowledge College, aiming to use his potential winnings to ease his family's financial burdens. However, the int...
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Baby, It's You and You and You
In "Baby, It's You and You and You," Yvette believes that T.J. is eager to attend the prom, despite his claims to the contrary. To ensure he has a dat...
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Part 7
Matt and Sweat find themselves in a desperate flight, their relationship strained to the breaking point. Meanwhile, Tilly escapes from the hospital, ...
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Primary Brothers
T.J. embarks on a campaign to become the student council president but soon realizes that his friend Marcus could be a more effective candidate. Beli...
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Working Guy
T.J. discovers the complexities of office dynamics during a work-study program that secures him a prestigious role at an electronics firm. As he beco...
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Below the Rim
During a tense match, the basketball coach unexpectedly resigns, leaving the team in a bind. To avoid forfeiting the game, the players quickly decide ...
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Dateline
T.J. arranges a date for his father through a computer dating service, but he starts to feel uneasy as the relationship between his dad and the match...
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Dumbstruck
After an unfortunate incident where T.J. is struck on the head by a falling wood plank, his intelligence takes a noticeable plunge. As a result, he b...
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Trial and Error
T.J. steps up to defend Mo after he’s wrongly accused of igniting a blaze in the chemistry lab, where his nemesis, the teacher, was present. As T.J....
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Big Picture
T.J., Marcus, and Mo team up to create a music video for their video-production class, with T.J. taking the lead as director. As they dive into their ...
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Book Smart
T.J.'s antics in class frustrate a teacher who believes his disruptive behavior is hindering the learning experience for his classmates. At the same t...
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The Dating Game
In an effort to dissuade a persistent admirer, Yvette goes along with T.J.'s scheme and pretends to be Mo's romantic partner. At the same time, Floyd...
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Love Letters
In the episode titled "Love Letters," T.J. takes on the task of ghostwriting romantic letters for Marcus to send to Nina, the new girl in their litera...
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11
T.J. Versus The Machine
T.J. showcases his chess expertise when he faces off against Socrates, an advanced computer renowned for its unbeatable chess prowess. Eager to capit...
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12
Men Working Badly
Floyd, T.J., and Marcus decide to construct a private bathroom for Yvette, but she isn’t exactly overjoyed with their efforts. In another storyline,...
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13
Rooferman, Take One
T.J. believes that a television advertisement could boost his father's roofing business. However, when the commercial is scheduled to air at an incon...
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Stop the Presses
In "Stop the Presses," T.J. aspires to become a journalist, but finds it difficult to cope with Yvette's authoritative role as the editor of the schoo...
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Bad Boy
T.J. develops a crush on a girl he meets at the arcade, but feels he lacks the right style to impress her. In an effort to win her over, he decides to...
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Most Hated Man on Campus
With the basketball team’s star player facing the threat of failing history and potentially being sidelined from the upcoming game, T.J. steps in to...
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Goodbye, Mr. Chimps
T.J. secures an internship at the Primate Intelligence Research Project, diving into the world of animal cognition. Concurrently, Marcus and Mo embar...
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Sit In (a.k.a. Dawgburger Rebellion)
Inspired by the stories of Floyd's Uncle Mert, a 1960s activist, T.J. decides to take a stand against a new school lunch policy. Fueled by the lesson...
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Strangers on the Net
T.J. acquires some pirated computer games but quickly finds himself entangled with a menacing figure. At the same time, Marcus and Mo invest in a sec...
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Gotta Dance
Inspired by a dance class he took with Yvette, T.J. discovers a newfound passion for tap dancing and dreams of pursuing it seriously. However, he qui...
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21
Something Wicked This Way Comes
With Mo's parents off on a second honeymoon, he finds himself staying with the Hendersons, which creates tension between T.J. and Marcus. As their fr...
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My Two Dads
Floyd begins to feel insecure when T.J. forms a connection with a new astronomy teacher, prompting him to reconsider his role in T.J.'s life. At the ...
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She Got Game
In the episode titled "She Got Game," T.J. is excited to convince Brandi to join the basketball team, but his enthusiasm quickly turns to disappointme...
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Achy Breaky Heart
In this episode, both Marcus and Mo explore new romantic possibilities. Marcus develops a crush on Stacey, the band’s new drummer, while Mo's poten...
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Love Bug
Yvette and Mo devise a strategy to outlast their rivals in a radio station contest where the last person remaining in a Volkswagen Beetle wins the ca...
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Henderson House Party
With Floyd away on a business trip, Marcus takes it upon himself to lead the household. However, T.J. complicates matters by attempting to gain popula...
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That's My Momma
Mo is stunned when his parents reveal that he is adopted, prompting an urgent quest to uncover the truth about his origins. Determined to find his bio...
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Beating is Fundamental
T.J. earns a spot in Mensa, prompting Floyd to encounter a charming divorcée. However, T.J. quickly clashes with her snobbish son, Blake, leading to ...
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T.A. or Not T.A.
When the math teacher resigns, TJ steps in as Coach Gerber's new assistant, taking on the challenges that come with the role. Meanwhile, Yvette encou...
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Boomerang
T.J. reluctantly enrolls in wood shop class, only to discover that crafting isn't as straightforward as he anticipated. Concurrently, a budding chemi...
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Get a Job
After Floyd encourages the kids to find employment, Yvette decides to pursue a position at a mall clothing store, while Marcus and Mo embark on hosti...
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A Date With Destiny
In "A Date With Destiny," T.J. scores an exciting opportunity to perform as a dancer in a music video for Destiny's Child. Shortly after, he receives ...
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Break Up Not to Make Up
After a breakup with his girlfriend Dana, she seeks help from Mo to mend their relationship. Meanwhile, T.J. experiences a new challenge as he naviga...
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Diary of a Mad Schoolgirl
Marcus resorts to some digital espionage to gain an edge in his pursuit of T.J.'s study partner. By delving into her online activities, he uncovers v...
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Perchance to Dream
Yvette finds herself in a recurring dream where she weds Mo, envisioning a life together. At the same time, Marcus concocts a plan to earn some cash, ...
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14
From A to Double D
Feeling disheartened after losing out on a coveted stage role to another actress, Yvette contemplates undergoing breast augmentation to boost her conf...
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Can't Buy Me, Love
In an effort to educate Mo on the principles of feminism, Yvettle makes a bold move by purchasing him at a school slave auction. At the same time, T.J...
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It Takes Two
Marcus is faced with a dilemma when he spots Mo's girlfriend in a compromising situation with another man and struggles to find the right way to info...
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I Was a Teenage Sports Wife
Marcus manages to land a date with the star player from the girls' volleyball team, but finds himself feeling sidelined in the social scene. At the sa...
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Crushed
T.J. finds himself smitten for the first time when a stunning substitute teacher arrives at his school. Meanwhile, Marcus inadvertently receives a pre...
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Cross Talk
In the episode titled "Cross Talk," T.J. calls into a political talk show, sparking a lively discussion that catches the attention of the producers. I...
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The Soda Wars
Frustrated by the escalating prices of soda from vending machines, T.J. decides to take matters into his own hands. He teams up with Yvette, Marcus, a...
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The Graduate?
T.J. plans a prank for graduation, while Yvette decides to boycott her graduation.
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Never Too Young
Floyd is in denial when he learns that T.J. allegedly consumed beer at a gathering with his friends. Despite T.J.'s insistence, Floyd struggles to acc...
