If I recall correctly, the original was meant to be a 1season only 'event series', but the ratings were through the roof so they kept it going.My dad used to watch the original. I never saw it but it always struck me as hilarious that the concept for a running series was breaking out of prison since, of course, if they were ever successful, the show would be dead in the water instantly.
I always used to bust his chops: "Hey Dad, spoiler alert: they don't get out!"
If I recall correctly, the original was meant to be a 1season only 'event series', but the ratings were through the roof so they kept it going.
The real fun is always once they're out and can they stay out.
You find yourself rooting for murderers, rapists, thieves, etc. for the greater good...but sometimes you're not.
Great concept.