It’s a British show and I had hopes, but I was sadly disappointed. It seems to have a decent budget from the sets, props etc, but the story is weak, as are some of the characters and actors.

I did wonder, if perhaps this is a show with a target audience for older children, if so, then it would be fair to rate it higher. However, I’m sure there’s swearing and unlikely to be a children’s show.

The main cast are all meant to be about 17yrs of age in the show, but it’s awkward watching them play characters 15yrs+ older than they are. [spoiler] It was really cringe worthy during the first episode when a character panicked and said she would be with harden, crazed criminals. Then she was placed with other teenagers who acted as though they were extremely mentally deranged, rather than harden criminals. Unfortunately, this scenario went on too long! [/spoiler]

On the plus side, the storyline gets better and stronger during episode 3 and eventually the characters settle as the show goes on, becoming more realistic, likeable and enjoyable.

I don’t like to give up on shows early on and I wait for them to develop, but as of watching the whole first season, I really don’t think I would watch another season. I feel it’s a show aimed at older children.