

58 minSeason 2 • Episode 4
LatestCan Carl convince the parole board he is now clean and has the recent death of his father changed his attitude towards crime?
As futures hang in the balance, what would you decide? An eye-opening look at Britain's parole boards, making complex, life-changing decisions for prisoners - and their victims.
Direction
Patient observation lets silence speak louder than testimony.
Writing
Real cases edited with narrative precision — no dramatization needed.
Creator
Chris Taylor
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Parole boards operate in legal shadow — less transparent than trials, more consequential than sentencing.
Series sparked UK debate about victim participation; some boards now restrict filming after Season 1.