October 21, 2025, 9:12 am | Read time: 3 minutes
The 2000s brought forth some of the best and most well-known series of the modern era. During that decade, “The Wire” premiered, and “Breaking Bad” also started in 2008. Another series that gained significant attention and a large, loyal fan base is “Prison Break.” And as is now being reported, a reboot has officially received the green light.
“Prison Break” Reboot in the Works at Hulu
This is being reported by the U.S. industry magazine “Variety.” According to them, the project has been in the works since December 2024, when a pilot episode was initially ordered. Now, there is exciting news for all fans: The U.S. streaming service Hulu has officially ordered the series.
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Fans can once again get comfortable with the protagonists behind bars. However, they won’t see any familiar faces. While the “Prison Break” reboot will take place in the same world as the original series, the story will follow entirely new characters.
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Love Takes Center Stage in the New “Prison Break”
An initial vague synopsis is already available. The new series centers on a former soldier who takes a job as a guard in one of the most dangerous prisons in the U.S. to prove how far she will go for her great love.
The main motivation will be love, but the new “Prison Break” will not be a sappy romance–thrilling escape attempts are guaranteed. The main cast is already set and includes:
- Emily Browning as Cassidy (lead role)
- Drake Rodger as Tommy
- Lukas Gage as Jackson
- Clayton Cardenas as “Ghost”
- JR Bourne as Junior
- Georgie Flores as Andrea
- Myles Bullock as “Red”
Elgin James (“Mayans M.C.”) takes the creative lead as showrunner, writer, and executive producer. He is also set to direct the pilot episode. Paul Scheuring, the creator of the original, is also on board.
Where Will the “Prison Break” Reboot Appear?
“Prison Break” originally ran for four seasons from 2005 to 2009. A late fifth season followed in 2017. Additionally, there was a TV movie and a spin-off exclusively for smartphones.
The release date for the reboot is not yet set. However, one thing is very certain: Since Hulu is part of Disney, the new series will be available exclusively on Disney+ in this country. Just recently, Disney announced plans to fully integrate Hulu into its own streaming service, replacing the Star section.