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Prisoners' Wives

Series Overview

Behind every prisoner, there's a wife, girlfriend or mother doing time on the outside. For some it's a nightmare, for others a liberation. Prisoners' Wives - it's time to tell their stories.

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
BBC One
Episodes & Seasons

2 Seasons • 10 Episodes

59 min per episode

Air Date Window

2012 – 2013

Premiered: Tue, Jan 31, 2012

Created By
Julie Gearey

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Thu, Apr 4, 2013

Season 2, Episode 4: “Episode 4”

Francesca is powerless to help when her family become the target of gangland retribution, with tragic consequences. Meanwhile, Kim tries to rebuild her marriage, grief-stricken Aisling has to make a tough choice about her future, and will Harriet ever be able to forgive Gavin?

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Julie Gearey

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: 18+

18+: 18+ Restricted to Adults.

International Certification Matrix

Canada18+

18+ Restricted to Adults.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Prisoners' Wives

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What is Prisoners' Wives about?

Behind every prisoner, there's a wife, girlfriend or mother doing time on the outside. For some it's a nightmare, for others a liberation. Prisoners' Wives - it's time to tell their stories.

How many seasons does Prisoners' Wives have?

Prisoners' Wives comprises 2 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in Prisoners' Wives?

Key cast members in Prisoners' Wives include Polly Walker, Pippa Haywood, Iain Glen, Phoebe Dynevor, Anne Reid.

Who created or directed Prisoners' Wives?

Prisoners' Wives was developed and directed by Julie Gearey.