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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The COs at Litchfield's maximum security unit size up the new arrivals. Off her medication, Suzanne hallucinates.
The episode was rated 7.29 from 1299 votes.
Ordered to hand out harsh sentences, the feds search for scapegoats. Languishing on paid suspension, Caputo tries to break out of a rut.
The episode was rated 7.38 from 1157 votes.
Badison hustles to get back in Carol's good graces. Blanca longs to get pregnant -- and Nicky has a plan. Caputo and Figueroa's relationship evolves.
The episode was rated 7.41 from 1032 votes.
Taystee gets fan mail -- and an assist from an old friend. Piper lobbies Luschek to bring back kickball. Aleida tries out a new sales tactic.
The episode was rated 7.41 from 1044 votes.
Pranksters wreak havoc on Halloween. Luschek earns points with the other guards. As Linda faces a crisis, Donuts and Pennsatucky have a change of plans.
The episode was rated 7.43 from 1058 votes.
While Daddy deals with backlash, Badison plots revenge. Flaca finds a co-host for her radio show. Lorna discovers that pregnancy has its perks.
The episode was rated 7.44 from 1048 votes.
While Daddy buys time with Barb, Daya looks for new ways to bring in oxy. Black Cindy's guilt takes a toll on her body. Red acquires a powerful ally.
The episode was rated 7.48 from 1018 votes.
Aleida seizes a business opportunity. An anonymous tip sends Caputo on a stakeout. Luschek tries to help Gloria, who worries she's in danger.
The episode was rated 7.53 from 1005 votes.
Linda makes a power play, Piper digs for information about Alex, and the women get their first taste of a decades-old feud between cellblocks.
The episode was rated 7.54 from 1108 votes.
Aleida struggles to find work on the outside. Backed into a corner, Nicky pleads her case to Red. Taystee reaches out to Caputo for help.
The episode was rated 7.55 from 1076 votes.
While Red and Carol scheme against Frieda, Suzanne watches Frieda's back. Lorna swears her allegiance to Barb as Nicky works to thwart another plot.
The episode was rated 7.62 from 993 votes.
Carol and Barb prepare for war. Linda auditions inmates for a prison PR video. Alex makes a deal with Badison to keep Piper out of trouble.
The episode was rated 7.70 from 1014 votes.
Piper gets surprising news and a boost from her friends. The jury returns with a verdict, and the big kickball game is on.
The episode was rated 8.16 from 1028 votes.
