The TV show "Screw" is a British prison drama series that aired on Channel 4 from January 6, 2022, to September 14, 2023, with two series totaling 12 episodes. It stars Nina Sosanya and Jamie-Lee O'Donnell and was created by Rob Williams, produced by STV Studios. The show focuses on the lives of prison officers working in C-Wing of Long Marsh, a men's prison, depicting the challenging, often darkly funny reality of their work environment. The plot of the first series centers on Leigh Henry, a seasoned officer struggling to maintain order, and Rose Gill, a new recruit caught up in a gun smuggling operation to help her brother. The second series deals with the aftermath and introduces an undercover police officer on the wing. The show combines drama with elements of comedy and irreverence, inspired by the creator's own experience working and volunteering in prisons. It received positive reviews for its mix of soap and blockbuster elements, humor, and depth
. "Screw" is available for streaming on platforms such as BritBox, Amazon Prime Video, and Tubi TV, among others
. The series was canceled by Channel 4 in early 2024
