The season's strength lies in its diverse and compelling cast, many of whom have become iconic figures in television history:

is on death row for a murder he swears he did not commit (the assassination of the Vice President's brother). With his execution date set, all legal appeals have failed.

And that finale? The escape, the betrayal by the guard, the plane flying away, and the run into the night… chills .

Widely considered one of the best pilot seasons in television history, Season 1 is a self-contained thriller noted for its writing, tension, and the iconic concept of the tattoos.