TV series
The Slammer
2006–2015, English, on BBC One.
Set in a fictional prison called HM Slammer, this programme follows a variety show format where “prisoners” compete by performing to an audience, who decide which act should be released.
- Seasons
- 7
- Episodes
- 83
- Episode length
- 28 min
- Status
- Ended in 2015
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Latest episode
S7 E7: Day of the Terrified
Aired 3 July 2015
Seasons 7
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 22 September 2006
- Last aired
- 3 July 2015
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Scripted
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The Slammer: quick answers
Is The Slammer worth watching?
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How many seasons of The Slammer are there?
The Slammer has 7 seasons and 83 episodes, about 28 minutes each.
Is The Slammer finished?
Yes. The Slammer ended in 2015, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Slammer on?
The Slammer isn’t listed on any OTT platform in India yet. (Checked 31 October 2026.)
The Slammer parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
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What shows are like The Slammer?
If you liked The Slammer, try Orange Is the New Black, Wentworth, This City Is Ours.