Waiting for the Out

Freedom isn’t always on the outside.

★ 4.6 /10 5 votes

January 3, 2026 1 Season 6 Episodes 45 min Returning Series

Drama

Overview

A philosopher begins teaching a class of men in prison. Each week, Dan leads discussions about dominance, freedom, luck and other topics that have troubled philosophers for thousands of years – topics that gain a new meaning when seen through the prisoners' eyes - both igniting passions and creating tension.

Seasons & Episodes

Series 1

2026 • 6 Episodes

Key Information

                                    Network
                                    BBC One
                                

                                    Type
                                    Scripted
                                

                                    Rating
                                    4.6/10
                                

                                    Language
                                    EN
                                

                                    Country
                                    United Kingdom
                                

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Cast & Crew

Josh Finan

Dan

Stephen Wight

Lee

Phil Daniels

Frank

Gerard Kearns

Dad

Daniel Monks

Jamie Lawson

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Waiting for the Out about?

A philosopher begins teaching a class of men in prison. Each week, Dan leads discussions about dominance, freedom, luck and other topics that have troubled philosophers for thousands of years...

How many seasons does Waiting for the Out have?

Waiting for the Out has 1 season with 6 episodes.

When did Waiting for the Out premiere?

Waiting for the Out premiered on January 3, 2026.

Is Waiting for the Out still running?

Yes, Waiting for the Out is currently ongoing with new episodes.

Where can I watch Waiting for the Out?

Waiting for the Out originally aired on BBC One. Check your local streaming services for availability.

What is the rating of Waiting for the Out?

Waiting for the Out has a rating of 4.6/10 based on user reviews.

What genre is Waiting for the Out?

Waiting for the Out is classified as Drama.