Shows similar to Escape at Dannemora

With its anthology format, True Detective dives into different crime stories each season, featuring compelling character studies and gritty atmospheres that should entice those who appreciated the depth and murkiness of Escape at Dannemora.

Ozark's dark narrative follows a financial planner's descent into the criminal world, presenting a tense atmosphere steeped in moral ambiguity. Viewers who appreciate the complex characters and high stakes of Escape at Dannemora will find a similar appeal here.

While not set within prison walls, The Americans offers a high-stakes thriller about deep-cover Soviet spies in the United States during the Cold War. Its focus on dual identities and the intense, often ethically murky world the characters navigate will resonate with fans of the multifaceted characters in Escape at Dannemora.

As the name suggests, Prison Break centers on an elaborate plan to free an innocent man from death row. The tension and drama surrounding escape plans in confinement will definitely attract fans of the breakout narrative in Escape at Dannemora.

This documentary series follows the real-life legal battles of Steven Avery, a man with a controversial criminal history. Fans of the true-crime aspects and justice system exploration in Escape at Dannemora may find this non-fictional account riveting.

Rectify provides a profound look at the life of a man released from death row after 19 years. Its exploration of freedom and the psychological ramifications of imprisonment will resonate with audiences who were captivated by the themes in Escape at Dannemora.