The popular TV show Prison Break is set to leave Netflix US on January 29, 2026, after returning to the platform in July 2024. The series, which first aired in 2005, has been a fan favorite for its intense prison escape storyline and complex characters. However, due to the expiration of Netflix’s licensing deal with Disney, the show will soon be removed from the streaming service.
International viewers have already lost access to Prison Break on Netflix, as it was moved to Disney+ and Hulu in 2022. The temporary return to Netflix US was part of a broader agreement between Disney and Netflix, allowing shows like Lost and How I Met Your Mother to stream for a limited time.
Why Is Prison Break Leaving Netflix?
The main reason for Prison Break leaving Netflix is the end of the licensing agreement between Netflix and Disney, which now owns the rights to the show. Disney has been moving its content to its own platforms, including Disney+ and Hulu, to boost subscriptions.
The deal that brought Prison Break back to Netflix in 2024 was always meant to be temporary. The show will remain on Netflix US until January 29, 2026, giving fans 18 months to watch all five seasons before it moves to other platforms.
For viewers outside the US, Prison Break has already been removed from Netflix and is only available on Disney+ or Hulu, depending on the region. Some countries may find it under Star on Disney+.
When Exactly Is Prison Break Leaving Netflix?
- Netflix US: Last day to watch is January 29, 2026.
- International Netflix: The show was removed in January 2022 and is now only on Disney+ or Hulu.
- Physical & Digital Purchase: The series is also available on DVD, Blu-ray, Amazon Prime Video, Apple TV, and Vudu.
The show’s return to Netflix in 2024 led to a huge surge in viewership, with over 2 billion hours watched globally. Many fans are now rushing to rewatch the series before it leaves Netflix for good.
Where Can You Watch Prison Break After It Leaves Netflix?
Once Prison Break leaves Netflix, here’s where you can find it:
- Hulu (US): The full series, including the 2017 revival season.
- Disney+ (International): Available in most regions under Star on Disney+.
- Digital Purchase: Episodes can be bought on Amazon, Apple TV, Google TV, and Vudu.
- Physical Copies: DVD and Blu-ray sets are still sold for those who prefer owning the show.
A reboot of Prison Break is also in development at Hulu, but it will feature a new cast and storyline. The original stars, Wentworth Miller and Dominic Purcell, have confirmed they will not return.
Fan Reactions to Prison Break Leaving Netflix
Many fans have expressed sadness over the show’s departure from Netflix. Some took to social media to share their thoughts:
“I saw this series 5 times and I would still watch it. It’s the most beautiful series that Netflix brings out, and other nonsense remains…” – Elena Silvia Susu
“No surprise there. Netflix has no respect for good films and series. They are removing them and reuploading them later.” – Olivia Youssef
The show’s gripping first season, where Michael Scofield (Wentworth Miller) plans an elaborate prison escape to save his brother, remains a major draw. However, some fans advise stopping after Season 3, as later seasons became more convoluted.
Will There Be a Prison Break Season 6?
No, there are no plans for Season 6 with the original cast. The 2017 revival served as a final chapter, and both Miller and Purcell have stated they are done with the series. However, Hulu is working on a reboot set in the same universe with new characters.
For now, fans have until January 29, 2026, to watch Prison Break on Netflix US before it moves to Disney-owned platforms.
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Credits: Yahoo Entertainment, The Economic Times
