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Premiered 1982-10-13 2 seasons 14 eps

Prison drama described as a series of "dramatised documentaries" based on real events in South African prisons over 75 years. The series follows the lives of the inmates and wardens of Pretoria Central Prison and in particular the hero, Skollie and his constant escape attempts. After two series, the story was concluded in a film called Vyfster, Die Slot, which follows Skollie's battle to find his son despite the scheming of his enemies inside and outside prison.

Last Episode Aired 1986-08-13
S2E6 — Episode 6

Finale. Hendrik escapes and the prison head has to act quickly to prevent a family murder. Priester’s plans to smuggle Gabba out of prison are thwarted. Skollie’s past is revealed, with surprising consequences.

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