Season #: 2, 1
Metascore
76

Generally favorable reviews - based on 4 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 3 out of 4
  2. Negative: 0 out of 4

Critic Reviews

  1. Reviewed by: Carol Midgley
    Dec 2, 2022
    80
    Rob Williams, Screw's writer, used to teach in prisons and his richer observations show in the script. He portrays the dark and light with equal conviction.
  2. Reviewed by: Rebecca Nicholson
    Dec 2, 2022
    80
    This is broad and warm and welcoming, with enough of a sharp side to make it worth sticking with.
  3. Reviewed by: Anita Singh
    Dec 2, 2022
    80
    If Time made prison seem like a descent into hell, Screw portrays it as more akin to a hotel with limited amenities but staff determined that you enjoy your stay.
  4. Reviewed by: Jon O'Brien
    Dec 2, 2022
    60
    While the focus is largely on the guards, the most compelling aspect of the pilot involves Stephen (Jake Davies), a prisoner three months shy of his release and the new transfer Dolby (Christopher Fulford).