Sacramento County Jail is the setting for Netflix’s new reality TV show “Jailbirds”. The trailer, which was released on 26 April, 2019, showcases the life of inmates behind bars as they struggle to cope with authorities and their personal relations and lifestyle.
The inmates being interviewed in the trailer are all women making it evident that the show is going to focus more on their lives. There are teases of crimes committed by them like assault, robbery and even murder.
The ugly side of prison is highlighted and rough exchanges between the prisoners are present. They say things like “If you snitch, you’re gonna meet my fist” and “Something’s gonna pop off” which is followed by a brawl in the mess hall.
It is even shown how these prisoners smuggle contraband and communicate through toilets. Furthermore, their friendships and romantic endeavours also get the limelight, showing their humane side.
The Netflix synopsis says: “At the Sacramento County jail, incarcerated women fight the power and one another as they try to make the best of life–and love–on the inside.”
The show is produced by 44 Blue productions. It is the same company behind a similar show from the 2000s, Lock Up, which explored prison facilities throughout USA.
The first season of Jailbird starts streaming on Netflix on 10 May 2019.
Check out the trailer below: