Beyond Scared Straight

Beyond Scared Straight (2011-2015)

EndedReality show

Beyond Scared Straight is a new series executive produced by Arnold Shapiro and based on his Academy Award and multiple Emmy-Winning documentary "Scared Straight!," that will profile unique approaches to juvenile crime prevention in prisons around the U.S. "Scared Straight!" has become an iconic name and a cultural phenomenon over the years. The film made a huge impact - showcasing the radical and effective juvenile intervention program that took place in a New Jersey prison. Since they were created, both the prison program and the film have turned countless kids away from drugs, violence and crime. The power of the original "Scared Straight!" program has inspired dozens of inmate-run intervention programs in men's and women's prisons across the country; and this series will showcase several of them. Under the auspices of Arnold Shapiro, "Beyond Scared Straight" profiles the new approach to keeping today's kids from becoming tomorrow's convicts. Much like the original version of "Scared Straight!," these youthful offender programs put boys and girls of all ethnicities, ranging in age from 13-18, into intensive one-day in-prison sessions that show them the realities of life behind bars. However, in many dramatic ways, these 21st Century programs are very different from the original because today's youth needs a different approach. For current teens, city streets can be as dangerous as the life they believe exists behind bars. TV, film and music have glorified the gang and prison experience and the task of "scaring" teens is more complicated now than ever. As a result, inmates have had to adapt their methods - making them more a combination of intimidation, information and communication - and the results for the new program have proven to be equally effective.

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Scheduleevery Thursday at 22:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S09E11Lights Out!sept. 3, 2015
S09E10Douglas County, GA: Buttoning Buttonsaoût 27, 2015
S09E09St. Clair, IL: Lexi's Lockup Lash-Outaoût 20, 2015
S09E08Oklahoma City, OK: Uncle Inmateaoût 13, 2015
S09E07Richland County, SC: Final Jeopardyaoût 6, 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Beyond Scared Straight premiere?

Beyond Scared Straight premiered on January 13, 2011.

What network broadcasted Beyond Scared Straight?

A&E network broadcasted Beyond Scared Straight.

What was the basic premise of the show Beyond Scared Straight?

Beyond Scared Straight followed at-risk teens as they were taken on tours of prisons to be shown what life would be like if they continued down a path of crime.

Who was the producer of Beyond Scared Straight?

Arnold Shapiro was the producer of Beyond Scared Straight.

What was the inspiration for Beyond Scared Straight?

Beyond Scared Straight was inspired by a 1978 documentary of the same name.

How many episodes did Beyond Scared Straight have in its first season?

Beyond Scared Straight had nine episodes in its first season.

What was the budget for an episode of Beyond Scared Straight?

The budget for one episode of Beyond Scared Straight was approximately $500,000.

What happened to some of the teens featured on Beyond Scared Straight?

Some of the teens featured on Beyond Scared Straight went on to turn their lives around and avoid a life of crime. Others, however, continued down a path of delinquency.

Where were the prisons featured on Beyond Scared Straight located?

The prisons featured on Beyond Scared Straight were located in various states across the United States, including California, Maryland, and Georgia.

Did Beyond Scared Straight ever receive any awards?

Yes, Beyond Scared Straight won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Reality Program in 2011.

Who was the host of Beyond Scared Straight?

Beyond Scared Straight did not have a host, but instead featured different officers and inmates at the prisons visited on each episode.

Was Beyond Scared Straight ever criticized for its content?

Yes, Beyond Scared Straight received criticism for its potentially harmful effects on the at-risk teens featured on the show.

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