Inmate to Roommate (2022)
Follows recently released inmates as they re-enter society and move in with everyday people who welcome them into their homes. America has one of the world’s highest recidivism rates with approximately 76% of released prisoners being re-arrested after 5 years. One of the most significant factors in reducing recidivism rates is access to housing. Both the former inmates and their respective roommates will enter this this new living arrangement with their own baggage.
Seasons & Episode
Nine ordinary Americans are opening their homes to an inmate recently released from prison. Across the country, these individuals are on separate journeys but share a single motivating force: to help formerly incarcerated individuals re-enter society. While family and friends question this undertaking, one inmate proves to his new roommates that he is totally unpredictable.
In Colorado, 61 year old Daniel travels to pick up 24 year old Deven from prison. Former inmate Aaron moves in with social studies teacher David in Minneapolis. Cyndi wants the companionship of soon-to-be-released Jennifer, but quickly realizes she may have bitten off more than she can chew. Analisa and Vada are blindsided when former inmate Mark insists three women stay at their house.
Vada steps in to smooth things over between Mark and Analisa; Cyndi fetches Jennifer from jail; tension arises between David and Aaron as they discuss the new living arrangements; Jim and Marisol learn about Mickey's charges.
Cathy and Daniel spar with Deven and debate next steps. Ex-convict Jason doesn't make the best first impression with his roommate Emily. Roommates Jim and Marisol have a face-to-face confrontation with inmate Mickey. Analisa and Vada struggle with helping Mark prepare for his first job interview. Former inmate Jennifer's confession leaves Cyndi in a state of complete shock.
Emily tries to get Jason a job, but his old habits infuriate his new roommate. After years of being locked up, former inmate Aaron reunites with his daughter but the road to forgiveness is rocky. Jennifer begs to return to Cyndi's house and things get heated when roommate Cathy meets with Deven.
Follows recently released inmates as they re-enter society and move in with everyday people who welcome them into their homes. America has one of the world’s highest recidivism rates with approximately 76% of released prisoners being re-arrested after 5 years. One of the most significant factors in reducing recidivism rates is access to housing. Both the former inmates and their respective roommates will enter this this new living arrangement with their own baggage.
Watch Trailer
With 30 Day Free Trial!
Free Trial Channels
