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S2·E22 The Sentence

Core Aired August 4, 1996 45 min ★ 7.2/10 · 5 TMDB votes
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Let the punishment fit the crime: an ambitious inventor, Dr. Jack Henson, creates a "" virtual prison"" and wants the government to adopt it nation-wide. Using his invention, convicts serve a life sentence in just a few hours. Henson claims the harsh sentences will ensure that criminals never offend again while the short time required cuts prison costs. He seems to be making his point until they connect an innocent man to the apparatus and the demonstration goes sour. To save the young man's life, Henson must submit to his own invention -- and to a lesson in the true meaning of justice.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 2 Episode 22 of The Outer Limits air?

Season 2, Episode 22 ('The Sentence') originally aired on August 4, 1996.

How long is Season 2 Episode 22 ('The Sentence')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 45 minutes.

What happens in The Outer Limits Season 2 Episode 22?

Let the punishment fit the crime: an ambitious inventor, Dr. Jack Henson, creates a "" virtual prison"" and wants the government to adopt it nation-wide. Using his invention, convicts serve a life sentence in just a few hours. Henson claims the harsh sentences will ensure that criminals never offend...

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