'Prison Break' To Air For The First Time Ever In Spanish On NBC Universo

NBC Universo has just announced it is offering its viewers “Prison Break” – the gritty series that has captivated mainstream audiences during its past four seasons. Created by Paul Scheuring, combines drama, action and romance, and stretches the limits of family loyalty and brotherhood. It revolves around two siblings: Michael Scofield (Wentworth Miller) and Lincoln Burrows (Dominic Purcell). One brother has been sentenced to death for a crime he did not commit, and the other devises an elaborate plan to help his brother escape prison and clear his name.

A large tattoo covering Michael’s torso and arms will unleash the intriguing melodrama in pursuit of justice. The iconic visual will reveal additional pieces of the puzzle each week, as Michael carries out his daring plan to mastermind the ultimate prison break – and solve the far-reaching national-scale conspiracy that landed his brother there in the first place.

“NBC Universo is breaking the mold of what viewers are used to seeing on Spanish-language television,” said Bilai Joa Silar, Senior Vice President, Programming & Production, NBC UNIVERSO. “There is a demand for high-quality Spanish-language programming among Latinos, and we are pushing the envelope to bring edgy and provocative entertainment our audience will enjoy.” The series will air in Spanish for the first time in the U.S. beginning Tuesday, October 20, at 10 p.m. ET/PT on NBC UNIVERSO.