Ep 8. Out o' Time

In the episode "Out o' Time" of the third season of Oz, tensions continue to escalate as tensions boil over between the various factions housed within the Oswald State Correctional Facility. In this particular episode, the focus is on Tim McManus, the warden of the facility, who is facing increasing pressure from all sides as the prison's problems continue to worsen.

One of the primary issues that McManus must contend with is the presence of Aryan Brotherhood leader, Vernon Schillinger, who is locked up in solitary confinement after he was implicated in a murder. As Schillinger's allies on the outside begin to make their presence known within the prison walls, McManus must navigate the potentially volatile situation and prevent any further violence from erupting.

Meanwhile, the various inmates continue to plot and scheme as they try to gain an edge over their rivals. African-American inmate Simon Adebisi is particularly notable in this episode as he gambles recklessly to try and earn some extra cash. At the same time, he also works to improve his standing within the prison's hierarchy, even as he tries to secure his own freedom.

Another important character in "Out o' Time" is Tobias Beecher, who is still struggling with his addiction to drugs. Despite his attempts to get clean, he finds himself repeatedly drawn back to his old habits and must confront the fact that he may never fully break free from his addiction. As he continues to struggle, his friend and lover, Chris Keller, offers him support and encouragement, but it is unclear whether Beecher will be able to overcome his demons.

As tensions continue to mount, the possibility of an all-out riot looms over the facility, and McManus must work quickly to defuse the situation before it spirals out of control. With the Aryan Brotherhood and other factions at each other's throats, it seems like it is only a matter of time before violence erupts. In the end, McManus must make a difficult decision that could have far-reaching consequences not only for the inmates, but for the prison itself.

Overall, "Out o' Time" is a tense and dramatic episode that showcases the high-stakes environment of a maximum-security prison. With a cast of complex characters and an overarching sense of danger, it is a thrilling addition to the Oz series.