Bad Girls 1999
What is Bad Girls?
Bad Girls is a British television drama series that was broadcast on ITV from 1 June 1999 to 20 December 2006. The series was produced by Shed Productions and starred Simone Lahbib, Mandana Jones, Debra Stephenson, Linda Henry, and Jack Ellis, among others, throughout its eight-year run.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 1999
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 107
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Jun 1, 1999
- Last aired
- Dec 20, 2006
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- ITV1
- Genres
- Drama, Crime
- Updated
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Bad Girls is a British television drama series that was broadcast on ITV from 1 June 1999 to 20 December 2006. The series was produced by Shed Productions and starred Simone Lahbib, Mandana Jones, Debra Stephenson, Linda Henry, and Jack Ellis, among others, throughout its eight-year run. It is set in the fictional women's prison of Larkhall and features a mixture of serious and light storylines focusing on the prisoners and staff of G Wing. The series was broadcast in 17 countries and was created by Maureen Chadwick and Ann McManus. From 2010, the UK broadcast rights were bought by CBS. The show has been described as a hard-hitting drama about the staff and inmates of a women's prison. The series has been made available to watch through various platforms. Bad Girls was a notable production from Shed Productions, which also produced other series such as Footballers' Wives and Waterloo Road.
Should you watch it?
“A gritty British prison drama exploring life behind bars with sharp wit and raw emotion.”
- Strong female ensemble cast
- Mix of serious social issues and lighter moments
- Long-running with evolving storylines
- Some storylines can feel heavy or dark
- Tone shifts between episodes may not suit all viewers
you enjoy character-driven dramas with strong women navigating difficult circumstances.
Contains mature themes including violence, substance abuse, and adult situations typical of prison settings.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 10 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Them and Us Jun 1, 1999
- E2 Drug Wars Jun 8, 1999
- E3 Love Rivals Jun 15, 1999
- E4 The Victim Jun 22, 1999
- E5 Tangled Web Jun 29, 1999
- E6 A Big Mistake Jul 6, 1999
- E7 Playing With Fire Jul 13, 1999
- E8 Falling Apart Jul 20, 1999
- E9 Pay Back Time Jul 27, 1999
- E10 Love Hurts Aug 3, 1999
Season 2 · 13 episodes
- E1 Tug of Love Apr 4, 2000
- E2 Shit Happens Apr 11, 2000
- E3 Visiting Time Apr 18, 2000
- E4 Looking For Love Apr 25, 2000
- E5 Mistaken Identity May 2, 2000
- E6 Losing It May 9, 2000
- E7 The Set-Up May 16, 2000
- E8 Babes Behind Bars May 23, 2000
- E9 The Leaving May 30, 2000
- E10 Family Plan Jun 6, 2000
- E11 Rough Justice Jun 13, 2000
- E12 Facing Up Jun 20, 2000
- E13 Oh What a Night Jul 4, 2000
Season 3 · 16 episodes
- E1 Back From the Brink Mar 20, 2001
- E2 The Turn of the Screw Mar 27, 2001
- E3 The Chains of Freedom Apr 3, 2001
- E4 False Identity Apr 10, 2001
- E5 Blood Ties Apr 17, 2001
- E6 Do or Die Apr 24, 2001
- E7 The Great Escape May 1, 2001
- E8 Uninvited Guests May 8, 2001
- E9 Common Criminal May 15, 2001
- E10 Chapel of Love May 22, 2001
- E11 Battle Lines May 29, 2001
- E12 Tough Love Jun 5, 2001
- E13 Revolving Doors Jun 12, 2001
- E14 Fronting Up Jun 19, 2001
- E15 Cat & Mouse Jun 26, 2001
- E16 Coming Out Jul 3, 2001
Season 4 · 16 episodes
- E1 Fight or Flight Feb 28, 2002
- E2 Unholy Alliances Mar 7, 2002
- E3 Behind Closed Doors Mar 14, 2002
- E4 Fait Accompli Mar 21, 2002
- E5 Only the Lonely Mar 28, 2002
- E6 Sweet Sixteen Apr 4, 2002
- E7 Pillow Talk Apr 11, 2002
- E8 Prison Issue Apr 18, 2002
- E9 Baby on Board Apr 25, 2002
- E10 Family Matters May 2, 2002
- E11 Battle Lines May 9, 2002
- E12 Appearances Sake May 16, 2002
- E13 True Colours May 23, 2002
- E14 Hard Knock Life May 30, 2002
- E15 Marriage of Inconvenience Jun 6, 2002
- E16 Curtain Call Jun 13, 2002
Season 5 · 16 episodes
- E1 Series 5 - Episode 1 May 8, 2003
- E2 Series 5 - Episode 2 May 15, 2003
- E3 Series 5 - Episode 3 May 22, 2003
- E4 Series 5 - Episode 4 May 29, 2003
- E5 Series 5 - Episode 5 Jun 5, 2003
- E6 Series 5 - Episode 6 Jun 12, 2003
- E7 Series 5 - Episode 7 Jun 19, 2003
- E8 Series 5 - Episode 8 Jun 26, 2003
- E9 Series 5 - Episode 9 Jul 3, 2003
- E10 Series 5 - Episode 10 Jul 10, 2003
- E11 Series 5 - Episode 11 Jul 17, 2003
- E12 Series 5 - Episode 12 Jul 24, 2003
- E13 Series 5 - Episode 13 Jul 31, 2003
- E14 Series 5 - Episode 14 Aug 7, 2003
- E15 Series 5 - Episode 15 Aug 14, 2003
- E16 Series 5 - Episode 16 Aug 21, 2003
Frequently asked questions
Is this show based on a true story?
No, it is a fictional drama set in a fictional women's prison called Larkhall.
Where can I watch Bad Girls now?
The show originally aired on ITV and later had UK broadcast rights acquired by CBS.
How many seasons does Bad Girls have?
The show ran for eight years with multiple series throughout its run.
What type of stories does the show focus on?
It features a mixture of serious social issues and lighter storylines involving both prisoners and staff.
Is this show appropriate for children?
No, the show contains mature themes and content more suitable for adult audiences.