Top Movies & TV Shows Similar to Prisoner: Cell Block H List

• Orange Is the New Black - Focuses on women's lives in a prison setting, exploring their relationships and struggles.
• Wentworth - A gritty, contemporary reimagining of the women's prison genre with strong female characters.
• Bad Girls - A British series about women in a prison and the dynamics of life behind bars.
• OZ - A seminal series set in a male prison, emphasizing the harsh realities and power struggles within.
• The Fall - A psychological thriller with strong female characters navigating tension and conflict.
• The Bridge - Complex characters and moral dilemmas, focusing on crime and its consequences.
• The Sopranos - Explores crime, morality, and the dynamics of a life behind bars, with strong character development.
• Banshee - Combines crime, drama, and personal relationships with a gritty backdrop.
• Inside the Walls of Folsom Prison - A dramatic depiction of life inside a notorious prison, similar in tone to prison dramas.
• Cell Block 9 - A fictional series about the struggles and conflicts in a women's prison, similar themes of camaraderie and conflict.
• The Night Of - Explores the complexities of the criminal justice system with strong character-driven narratives.
• Escaped In Style - Captures the absurdity and tension in a prison escape context, similar themes to 'Prisoner: Cell Block H'.
• Locked Up - A Spanish series focusing on the life of women in a high-security prison, highlighting personal struggles.
• The Shawshank Redemption - A classic film about friendship and hope within the confines of prison.
• The Golden Girls - Though a comedy, it delves into friendships among women, much like the relationships explored in 'Prisoner'.
• Deadwood - Explores lawlessness and community dynamics in a structured, dangerous environment.
• Brooklyn Nine-Nine - Light-hearted yet strong character development about life in law enforcement, with ensemble casts.
• Caged - Focuses on the lives of women in prison, showcasing similar themes of struggle and survival.
• 60 Days In - Reality-based series where people go undercover in prisons, giving a unique perspective on prison life.
• My Life Inside - Documentary-style film capturing the realities of life in a women’s prison.
• American Pie Presents: The Naked Mile - Includes themes of rebellion and youthful struggles, though comedic, it touches on group dynamics.
• The Conners - Focuses on family dynamics and struggles, reminiscent of the community found in 'Prisoner'.
• The Office - Explores workplace relationships and dynamics, similar to the interactions seen among inmates.
• Life - Centers on former prisoners adapting to life after release, exploring deeper social themes.
• The Bletchley Circle - Women coming together to navigate challenges during and post-World War II, with strong ensemble focus.
• Girls Incarcerated - A reality series focused on girls in a juvenile facility, showcasing issues, relationships and resilience.
• Escape from Alcatraz - Classic film about life and attempted escapes from a prison, with tension and drama.
• Shameless - Dives into familial bonds and societal struggles in a comedic, yet sometimes poignant way.
• Insatiable - Focuses on character development and transformation, with darker comedic tones.
• Fear the Walking Dead - Explores survival, relationships, and tough decisions in a crisis situation.
• The Chi - Focuses on community dynamics, crime, and personal relationships, portraying struggles and resilience.
• Rita - Danish series about a headstrong teacher dealing with her students and personal issues.
• The Ranch - Family dynamics with humor and seriousness reflecting struggles, much like 'Prisoner' themes.
• Crazy Ex-Girlfriend - Examines relationships and personal struggles with humor and depth, similar character development.
• Nurse Jackie - Focuses on strong female character navigating her life challenges, echoing themes of resilience.
• Top of the Lake - A detective drama with strong female leads delving into dark themes.
• I Am a Killer - A documentary series giving insight into the lives and minds of convicted murderers.
• Bird Box - A post-apocalyptic tale that explores survival and human relationships under stress, similar to prison themes.
• Aliens - Explores the human struggle against overwhelming odds with strong characters.