Dead Boss
Helen Stephens is wrongly sentenced to 12 years in prison for murdering her boss Eric Bridges, the managing director of Entirely Tiles. Although she is sure that it will only be a matter of time before this mistake is rectified, everyone around her seems to be conspiring to keep her behind bars. Lawyer Tony is incompetent, sister Laura wants her flat, and fiancé Justin - her alibi - has disappeared. Colleague Henry seems to be the only one willing to help, but he has an ulterior motive.
Cast: Sharon Horgan, Aisling Bea, Jennifer Saunders
Season 1
6 episodes
1. Episode 1Helen is finding the challenges of her new life in Broadmarsh Prison very hard. Margaret, the governor, sees prisoners as an irritation whilst Christine, Helen’s arsonist cellmate just wants a hug. The Top Dog ends up taking an instant dislike to Helen.15CC30minJun 14, 2012
2. Episode 2Helen decides to put together a team for the prison quiz and her eye is on an unexpectedly special prize. Tony has been warned off her case and events at the Entirely Tiles head office increase.15CC30minJun 14, 2012
3. Episode 3Christine is sent to Germany on a prison exchange. Helen is told by the prison governor Margaret to look after their German guest Gertrude Verna. Gertie is in prison for murdering and then eating her husband and is a celebrity having written several books.15CC30minJun 21, 2012
4. Episode 4Frustrated by the lack of progress with her appeal, Helen ends up taking matters into her own hands and decides to study law. Top Dog has got rid of her posse, and they decide to appoint Helen in her place as their new leader. Tony looks around the Entirely Tiles offices and the new MD, widow Mrs Bridges starts to become suspicious.15CC30minJun 28, 2012
5. Episode 5Margaret announces plans she has for the annual prison choir competition in which they have been drawn against Woolley Grange, which has a reputation for choral excellence. Helen auditions, hoping to become lead vocalist until the surprise appearance of Virna. Laura and Justin are concerned about their finances. Mrs Bridges ends up making an interesting discovery.15CC30minJul 5, 2012
6. Episode 6Helen is moved to D Wing where she becomes friends with, much to the upset of Christine. Helen hopes that she will be released now that her alibi and fiancé Justin has been located. Margaret finds out that she is being transferred to a new prison. Henry makes a gruesome discovery.15CC30minJul 12, 2012
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Dead Boss
Helen Stephens is wrongly sentenced to 12 years in prison for murdering her boss Eric Bridges, the managing director of Entirely Tiles. Although she is sure that it will only be a matter of time before this mistake is rectified, everyone around her seems to be conspiring to keep her behind bars. Lawyer Tony is incompetent, sister Laura wants her flat, and fiancé Justin - her alibi - has disappeared. Colleague Henry seems to be the only one willing to help, but he has an ulterior motive.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- Sharon Horgan
- Studio
- BBC
Maturity rating
15Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
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