MSNBC to Debut new Lockup series…
MSNBC’s release for its new Lockup series…
Following the success of the “Lockup” series, MSNBC introduces “Lockup: Raw,” a new franchise from the creators of “Lockup.” The “Lockup: Raw” series features never before aired footage of some of Lockup’s most memorable inmates and candid interviews with producers who have spent years inside prisons working on the series. “Lockup: Raw” airs Mondays at 10 p.m. ET/PT beginning February 11 on MSNBC.
In the four episodes of “Lockup: Raw” airing in February, producers from the “Lockup” series share dramatic accounts of filming in violent prisons. “Lockup” producers discuss what it’s like to be locked in cells for interviews with killers, to work through deafening yelling and disturbances that make documenting behind bars unsettling, and to risk their own personal safety. Each producer has his or her own unique story to tell. In addition, “Raw” revisits some of the most memorable wardens, guards, and inmates with brand new footage and producers’ perspectives on what it took to get it. Three episodes, “Hell in a Cell,” “Violence Behind Bars,” and “The Convict Code” will air on consecutive Monday evenings at 10 p.m. ET/PT beginning February 11. A fourth episode, “Criminal Minds,” which aired as a “sneak peek” in January, will re-air on February 18th at 11 p.m. ET/PT. More episodes of “Lockup: Raw” will come later this year. MSNBC produces “Lockup: Raw” in partnership with 44 Blue Productions.
Descriptions for “Lockup: Raw” episodes:“Lockup: Raw – Hell in a Cell,” airing February 11: Starting with the first day they enter prison, inmates must develop methods to cope with the pressures and fear that come with incarceration. We explore the fascinating variety of ways in which both new inmates and old-timers attempt to make incarceration bearable.
“Lockup: Raw – Violence Behind Bars,” airing February 18: Violence can break out at any time in prison and “Lockup” cameras have often been there to capture it. We recount these episodes and explore other aspects of inmate violence including riots, shanks, attacks on officers and the methods prison officials use to fight back.
“Lockup: Raw – The Convict Code,” airing February 25: Prisons are run by a strict set of rules but inmates also follow their own unwritten rules known as, “The Convict Code.” We explore the code and illustrate how it pertains to select inmate groups including gangs, child molesters, homosexuals and women.
“Lockup: Raw – Criminal Minds,” re-airing February 18 at 11 p.m. ET/PT: Nine of the most violent criminals to ever appear on “Lockup” give chilling accounts of their crimes. They reveal what drove them to take such actions and provide insights into their lives behind bars.
Michael Rubin is vice president, long-form programming, MSNBC. Scott Hooker is senior executive producer, documentary production and development, MSNBC. Elise Warner is executive producer, “Lockup” for MSNBC. Rasha Drachkovitch is executive producer of “Lockup” and president of 44 Blue Productions.
Yea!! More prison stuff!! Just what we need on a news channel! Especially during one of those boring election years.. Should air it weeknights between 8 and 9 PM to blow OReily off the airwaves. What strategy! What great minds an MSNBC!
Comment by Bill — February 6, 2008 @ 2:47 pm
I actually like seeing Lockup unfortunately for MSNBC, putting it on makes them seem like a “doesn’t care about the news news channel.” When in fact, CNN, FNC, and MSNBC feed us crap that isn’t news everyday.
Comment by Aaron — February 6, 2008 @ 4:56 pm
I can’t imagine the reasoning that brought the prison and sex degenerate shows to MSNBC. I thought it would never last. I love MSNBC political commentators and journalists, but weekends, I make sure the channel is on something else just so that if kids come and turn on the tv, they won’t see awful prison shows or ads for guys walking into a house naked. Why couldn’t they replay the Tucker/Hardball/Countdown shows from the week on the weekends? It would surely do more for their brand as a news show.
Comment by Jeri — February 6, 2008 @ 6:42 pm
shut up bill, if you dont like it dont watch it loser
Comment by flex — February 19, 2008 @ 11:17 am
it’s great show for young teens to watch. it shows what hapen in there and i also shows them that it’s not a place thats full of fun and games so my thougts are keep showing the shows due to there are so many kids out there that really needs the wake up call
Comment by tesa — April 16, 2008 @ 6:17 pm
How can I reach the producers and staff of LOCKUP? I would love to work for this series. I’m currently working at a NBC station, but in the past I have worked at a county jail, and the Missouri Department of Corrections for 12 years, and have alot of experience inside the prison fence. Please contact me at my e-mail address.
Comment by Anthony W. Smith — July 3, 2008 @ 2:48 am
I believe that Lock-up is a great show for young individuals because it allows them to get an up close and personal reality on how life in prison would be if their decisions were not responsible ones. The way our young society is today, we need something that might allow them to realize that prison is not fun and games and the seriousness of their actions.
Comment by Andrea — August 2, 2008 @ 12:09 pm