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Updated July 24, 2020 417 votes 173 voters 22.5K views
Ranking of the best seasons of Oz, one of HBO's first longform serial dramas, and a true groundbreaker that paved the way for everything from The Sopranos to Game of Thrones. The 6 seasons of this prison drama are listed from best to worst based on votes, but most fans of the show would agree that a level of consistency was maintained throughout the run. People who are fanatics of the show have very strong opinions when it comes to choosing the best Oz season, which is exactly why this ranking of Oz seasons exists. Many fans of the show have voted on this list of the greatest Oz seasons, so this order isn't just the opinion of some random writer or blogger.
Some of the most memorable episodes of Oz come from different seasons, so picking the top season isn't easy. If your favorite season of Oz isn't high on the list, then vote it up so it has the chance to become number one.If you're asking yourself, "What is the best season of Oz?" or "Which season of Oz is the best?" then this list will answer your questions.
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The first season of Oz premiered on July 12, 1997 and contains eight episodes. This season introduces viewers to the staff and inmates at the Oswald State Correctional Facility primarily focusing on an experimental unit of the prison nicknamed "Emerald City."
This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "The Routine," "To Your Health," and "A Game of Checkers."
Memorable moments from Season 1 include:
Alvarez cuts himself in retribution.
Beecher gets a makeover compliments of Schillinger.
The second season of Oz premiered on July 11, 1998 and contains eight episodes. This season primarily focuses on the aftermath of the riot that took place at the end of last season.
This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "Ancient Tribes," "Animal Farm," and "Escape from Oz."
Memorable moments from Season 2 include:
O'Reily gets diagnosed with breast cancer.
Schillinger enlists Keller to punish Beecher.
Cyril O'Reily murders Dr. Nathan's husband at his brother's request.
The third season of Oz premiered on July 14, 1999 and contains eight episodes. This season further develops the unique relationship of Beecher and Keller as O'Reily adjusts to having his brother Cyril as a fellow inmate.
This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "The Truth and Nothing But...," "Unnatural Disasters," and "Out o' Time."
The fifth season of Oz premiered on January 6, 2002 and contains eight episodes. This season features even more violence as several main characters find themselves on death row.
This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "Wheel of Fortune," "Variety," and "Impotence."
Memorable moments from Season 5 include:
The inmates present a variety show.
Adam is electrocuted after getting bad advice from Schillinger.
The sixth and final season of Oz premiered on January 5, 2003 and contains eight episodes. This season finds several of the main characters fighting for parole and their lives.
This season features several unforgettable episodes including: "See No Evil, Hear No Evil, Smell No Evil," "Junkyard Dawgs," and "Exeunt Omnes."
