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A&E’s “Family Lockup” Premieres Tonight, Spotlighting Jail-Based Family Reentry Program

The docuseries follows Hampden County’s two-night visitation initiative led by Sheriff Nick Cocchi to test whether reconnection can reduce repeat offenses.

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Overview

  • Season 1 debuts tonight at 10 p.m. ET/PT on A&E, with new episodes airing Thursdays and on-demand availability shortly after.
  • Cord-cutters can watch live or on demand via Philo’s one-week free trial and $28/month plan, or through DirecTV and Sling streaming options.
  • Filmed inside Hampden County Jail in Ludlow, Massachusetts, the series embeds with a local re-entry initiative.
  • Sheriff Nick Cocchi’s program brings estranged relatives into the jail for two nights to work on repairing bonds and reducing recidivism, with psychologist Dr. Jeff Gardere facilitating sessions.
  • The premiere, titled “The Sins Between Us,” follows Daryn as his stepfather Rick spends 48 hours inside in an effort to reconnect.