Prison Cell 211: What we know About the show Based on a true Story

One night changes the life of a human rights lawyer when he finds himself trapped among a rowdy and mad group of prisoners. But what do they want? And how can this lawyer survive when a prison riot breaks out? Prison Cell 211, which is based on a true story, will explore exactly that. 

A release date is set and a trailer has been released that has been making ripples across social media. Starring Diego Calva Hernández, the limited series is all set to combine the panic of being trapped in a place where there are no rules and where no one does anything without getting something in return. 

But what is the true story this show is based on? And who is starring in this show? Your wait ends now! In this article, we will discuss and reveal all we know about Prison Cell 211. Also, stay tuned as we will update this space with new information when they get released. 

Release date and Where to Watch 

All 6 episodes of Prison Cell 211 will be released on Netflix on Wednesday, Feb. 5, 2025.

What is Prison Cell 211 About? Is it Based on a true Story?

Prison Cell 211 follows an unfortunate human rights lawyer whose day turns into a nightmare when he finds himself trapped and helpless during a prison riot. If the prisoners find out who he is, it’s game over for him. So he will have to pose as an inmate and gain the trust of the prisoners to get out of the hellhole. 

But can he actually blend in among the people who have committed some of the most heinous crimes? Or will he find out that he’s not as good as he pretends to be and that being among the worst of society brings out a darkness in him? This show is inspired by true events. 

It is reportedly based on the 2023 prison riots that happened in Ciudad Juárez, Chihuahua. On January 1, 2023, multiple armored vehicles stormed the Cereso number 3 state prison in Juárez. Gang members opened fire on the prison guards and the prisoners began a riot. 

Multiple guards, gang members, and inmates were killed in the rush to escape. It was chaos, violence, and bloodshed. Also, Prison Cell 211 seems to have a resemblance to Cell 211, a 2009 Spanish-French film. The critically acclaimed film follows a prison guard who finds himself trapped in a prison riot on his first day. 

Who is in Prison Cell 211?

• Diego Calva Hernández (Bird Box: Barcelona, Narcos: Mexico) as Juan Olivera
• Noé Hernández (We Are the Flesh)
• Gerardo Taracena (Apocalypto, Man on Fire).

Prison Cell 211 Trailer 

The trailer for Prison Cell 211 begins with a human rights attorney heading to prison to meet an inmate even though his partner warns him to spend less time there. Soon there’s chaos and a prisoner makes it clear to him that he’s either with them or dead. Check it out below: 

Behind the Scenes

Prison Cell 211 is directed by Gerardo Naranjo and Jaime Reynoso with a script from Gandul. The limited series is executive produced by Mariana Aceves, Vanessa Castro, Jaime Reynoso, and Rafael Ley. Gus Reyes and Andrés Sánchez have given the music. Felipe Perez-Burchard has handled the cinematography. Woo Films has produced it. Prison Cell 211 was filmed in Chihuahua, Mexico.