: The show was filmed at the Joliet Correctional Center in Illinois. Closed in 2002, the real cells and infirmary were used for filming.
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: Critics like Alessandra Stanley of The New York Times praised the show for its "authentic look," noting it felt more original than most network dramas of its time. : The show was filmed at the Joliet
: Frequently cited as the series' anchor, Miller was lauded for crafting a "cerebral hero" who balanced cold calculation with desperate humanity. Production Facts & "Behind the Walls" Secrets : Frequently cited as the series' anchor, Miller
The success of the first season led Fox to extend its initial order to a full 22-episode run. It eventually won at the 2006 People's Choice Awards and earned Golden Globe nominations for Best Drama Series and Best Actor for Wentworth Miller.
: Because of its instructional (albeit fictionalized) nature regarding prison security flaws, the show was reportedly banned in 13 different American prisons. Season 1 Reception and Awards