The Great Escape Season 1 Episode 1
The Great Escape
Season 1

Ep 1. Escape from Alcatraz

  • June 24, 2012
  • 45 min
  • 6.3  (18)

The Great Escape is an intense reality show that puts a group of contestants to the test as they attempt to escape from some of the world's most notorious prisons. In the first episode, titled "Escape from Alcatraz," the contestants are tasked with breaking out of the infamous Alcatraz prison, located on an island in the middle of San Francisco Bay.

At the beginning of the episode, the contestants are introduced to the rules of the game and given a brief history of the prison. They are then taken to a nearby warehouse where they are given a set amount of time to study blueprints and maps of the prison. The contestants are also given some basic tools such as lockpicks and wire cutters that they will need to use in their escape.

Once they have studied the maps and blueprints, the contestants are transported by boat to Alcatraz Island. They are dropped off in an area known as "The Yard," which is a large outdoor recreation area for the prisoners. This is where the contestants begin their escape attempt.

One of the first things the contestants notice is the high walls and barbed wire fences that surround the prison. They know that they will need to find a way to get over these obstacles if they are to have any chance of escaping. They quickly split up into teams and begin exploring the prison.

As they make their way through the various cellblocks and corridors, the contestants encounter a variety of challenges. Some cells are locked, while others have traps such as hidden alarms or pressure sensors. The contestants must use their wits and their tools to navigate these obstacles and avoid detection by the guards.

Throughout the episode, the tension builds as the contestants race against the clock to find a way out of the prison before they are caught. They must also avoid getting separated from their teammates, as this could jeopardize their chances of success.

In the end, the episode concludes with a dramatic escape attempt that will leave viewers on the edge of their seats. Whether or not the contestants are successful in their escape remains to be seen, but one thing is for certain: this is just the beginning of an intense and thrilling season of The Great Escape.

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Description
  • First Aired
    June 24, 2012
  • Runtime
    45 min
  • Language
    English
  • IMDB Rating
    6.3  (18)