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- Madison Kemeny | MKemeny@syracuse.com
“120 Hours Behind Bars” returns for Season 2 on Monday, July 13, at 9 p.m. ET on Discovery Channel
The docuseries offers an unfiltered look at life inside overcrowded detention centers, where correctional officers work to maintain order amid violence, staffing shortages, and daily crises
Cord-cutters can watch for free by taking advantage of the trial offer from streaming services like Philo (free trial) and others listed below
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How to watch ‘120 Hours Behind Bars’ for free
Viewers without cable can watch “120 Hours Behind Bars” on Discovery Channel through live TV streaming services that offer free trials, including Philo (free trial) and DIRECTV (free trial). Cancel anytime
Sling also carries Discovery Channel with the Discovery+ add-on for $5.99/month. Sling plans start at $19.99/month
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With so many streaming platforms and ever-changing subscription prices, it’s always worth checking the latest free trials and promo deals to make sure you’re getting the best value when tuning in
What is ‘120 Hours Behind Bars’ about?
According to the series’ official synopsis per Discovery Channel, “Over five intense days, 120 Hours Behind Bars delivers an unfiltered look inside America’s toughest jails — where officers are outnumbered, cellblocks are overcrowded, and violence erupts without warning.”
Each season focuses on a different facility and the people working inside it
Season 2 opens at the Clay County Detention Center in Mississippi. The premiere follows Sheriff Scott and his team as they work to maintain order inside a jail serving a community struggling with poverty and high rates of gun violence. Discovery says the facility faces a constant influx of inmates, with the effects of broader community problems frequently playing out inside the jail’s walls
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This article was produced with assistance from AI tools and reviewed by Syracuse.com staff
