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A crime she committed in her youthful past sends Piper Chapman to a women's prison, where she trades her comfortable New York life for one of unexpected camaraderie and conflict in an eccentric group of fellow inmates.
Written by Sophie and last updated on feb 02, 2023.
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Red and Blanca dig for dirt on Piscatella. Suzanne conducts a séance. The guards show off their talents for "Litchfield Idol" judges Leanne and Angie.
The episode was rated 7.47 from 2556 votes.
Linda begins to see the prison in a new light, while Judy grows desperate to escape. With darkness falling, the inmates compile a list of demands.
The episode was rated 7.47 from 2666 votes.
Black Cindy concocts a scheme to distract Suzanne when she spirals out of control. Taystee and Piper search for ways to honor Poussey's memory.
The episode was rated 7.48 from 2369 votes.
Boo defends Doggett, Janae consoles Soso, and Lorna comes on to Nicky. While Alex lays low in the yard, Piper decides to take a stand.
The episode was rated 7.48 from 2360 votes.
Maria convenes a special assembly in the chapel as the inmates plot their next move. Frieda makes use of the survival skills she learned as a kid.
The episode was rated 7.55 from 2823 votes.
As the standoff at the prison spirals into a full-blown riot, enterprising inmates take advantage of the confusion. Taystee confronts Caputo.
The episode was rated 7.58 from 3216 votes.
When the inmates' antics make the morning news, Flaca and Maritza soak up the spotlight. Brandy and her crew auction off Judy to the highest bidder.
The episode was rated 7.59 from 2514 votes.
While Taystee sits down with a negotiator, Red and Blanca put their own plan into action. Gloria counsels Daya and asks Caputo for a favor.
The episode was rated 7.61 from 2363 votes.
Red and the others weigh their options. Gloria wrestles with her conscience as she moves forward with a plan. Lorna takes over the pharmacy.
The episode was rated 7.62 from 2201 votes.
Red senses trouble, but the others are convinced she's just paranoid. Taystee and Black Cindy enlist an unlikely ally, and two old friends clash.
The episode was rated 7.65 from 2280 votes.
Boo dabbles in blackmail, Nicky promises to help Lorna, Doggett makes a discovery, and Piper comes to a realization about Alex.
The episode was rated 7.66 from 2260 votes.
Taystee tries to keep the negotiations on track. Angie comes up with an idea for fixing Leanne's finger. Piscatella's past is revealed.
The episode was rated 7.76 from 2296 votes.
As chaos descends on Litchfield three days into the riot, the inmates wonder what the future holds and seek solace in loved ones.
The episode was rated 8.14 from 2298 votes.
