C-Note overhears Michael and Lincoln discussing that there are too many fugitives for available time and they share the information with the group telling that one shall be left behind. T-Bag feels threatened and calls his cousin James Bagwell, disclosing the escape plan and asking James to call the Warden Pope in case T-Bag does not contact him later. Abruzzi asks his outside man to kidnap James, but things go wrong and the mobster kills James and his five years old son Jimmy. Abruzzi feels guilty for the death of the child and feels the need of God's forgiveness, but T-Bag betrays Abruzzi like Judas. Meanwhile Veronica and LJ bring Nick to the hospital and while in surgery, LJ escapes to see the funeral of his mother. Daniel Hale sees the teenager in the cemetery but he does not arrest him; later he tells his wife that they should move to West and gives an anonymous call to Veronica scheduling a meeting in the Highland Cafe. Maricruz tells Sucre that she is pregnant but she will marry Hector. Captain Bellick presses David to rat Michael telling everything he says. Michael tests the escape plan and informs the group that they are ready to go that night, but Lincoln was sent to solitary confinement protecting his brother.
If you are looking for a TV series that combines drama, comedy, and crime genres while touching on important social issues, look no further than 'Orange Is the New Black'. Based on Piper Kerman's memoir of her time spent in a minimum-security women's prison, this American Netflix original series is not only captivating but also thought-provoking.
The story revolves around Piper Chapman, portrayed by Taylor Schilling. She is a public relations executive who is sentenced to spend time in prison due to her association with a drug runner 10 years prior. The narrative explores how she navigates life behind bars while making friends with many eccentric and unexpected people she meets along the way. From Kate Mulgrew's Red Reznikov to Uzo Aduba's unforgettable Suzanne 'Crazy Eyes' Warren, each character brings their unique personality and backstory to the mix, adding depth to this engrossing series.
What sets 'Orange Is the New Black' apart from other shows is its approach towards storytelling. It often includes flashbacks providing an insight into different characters' backgrounds and experiences. These narratives serve as building blocks for understanding their behaviors within the confining walls of the prison. Moreover, it addresses various themes such as friendship, power dynamics, social issues like racial discrimination and LGBTQ+ representation within its episodes.