Hudson & Rex

When an imprisoned killer takes a hostage and forces the station into lockdown in an attempt to escape, chaos erupts. Charlie and Rex must outwit the criminal, rescue the hostage and restore order before the situation spirals out of control.

Jail Break is an episode of a programme that falls within the crime‑drama genre. The instalment presents a self‑contained story, focusing on a single crisis that unfolds inside a secure facility. As an episode, it delivers a concise narrative that revolves around the actions of a few central figures, without extending into broader series arcs. The core of the plot sees an imprisoned killer seize control of the station by taking a hostage, thereby triggering a full lockdown. In the midst of this emergency, the offender attempts to break free, putting both staff and the captive at serious risk. The situation forces the station’s security team into immediate response mode, as the criminal’s actions jeopardise the entire operation. To resolve the crisis, two key characters—Charlie and Rex—are called upon to confront the perpetrator. They must outthink the killer, navigating the locked‑down environment while protecting the hostage. Their combined effort aims to neutralise the threat and restore order, ultimately ensuring the day ends without further incident. The episode therefore centres on the tactical showdown between the hostage‑taker and the two responders, highlighting the pressure of rapid decision‑making in a confined, high‑stakes setting.