Plot Synopsis

LOVE AFTER LOCKUP: LIFE AFTER LOCKUP is a one-hour docuseries that follows five couples from LOVE AFTER LOCKUP -- Clint and Tracie; Marcelino and Brittany; Megan, Michael, and Sarah; Scott and Lizzie; and Andrea and Lamar -- as they face parole restrictions, temptation, and turbulence in their lives outside of prison walls. Will these troubled lovebirds break old habits with the support of their loved ones? Or will they break the rules and land back in the clink? These committed couples are doing it all while living under the restrictions of parole and dealing with the stresses and occasional turmoil of a new relationship. Now that these former inmates have left prison, will they be able to survive the real world and stay out of prison for good?

Season 2 of LOVE AFTER LOCKUP: LIFE AFTER LOCKUP premiered on Friday, January 3, 2020 at 9pm ET/PT on WE tv. the Throughout this season's ten episodes, seven fan-favorite couples from LOVE AFTER LOCKUP encounter more twists, turns and shocking moments than ever before. Will these seven couples stay linked or will the cuffs come off? This season's couples include: Marcelino & Brittany (Las Vegas, NV); Megan & Michael & Sarah (Fort Worth, TX/Flint, MI/Rochester, NY); Andrea & Lamar (Los Angeles, CA); Clint & Tracie (Hobbs, NM); Cheryl & Josh (Pueblo, CO); Lacey & John & Shane (Virginia Beach, VI); and Angela & Tony (Grenada, MS).

LOVE AFTER LOCKUP: LIFE AFTER LOCKUP returned with new episodes on Friday, September 11, 2020 at 9pm ET/PT on WE tv. In the season opener, "Bat Out of Hell," Tony feels the weight of his mistake as Angela vows to start over; Brittany goes into labour with her mum at her side. Lacey makes an emotional plea; Sarah is keeping a secret from Michael; Andrea battles to protect her children in LA. After a 2.5-month break, LOVE AFTER LOCKUP: LIFE AFTER LOCKUP returned with new episodes on Friday, November 20, 2020 from 9-11pm ET/PT on WE tv. In the two-hour fall debut, "M.I.A. Fiancee," Sarah's husband and boyfriend meet face to face; Lamar keeps a secret; Shavel makes a discovery. After a three-and-a-half month break, LOVE AFTER LOCKUP: LIFE AFTER LOCKUP returned with new episodes on Friday, August 27, 2021 at 9pm ET/PT on WE tv. In the first episode, "Is He a Trick?," Shawn drops a bombshell on his ex, Kelly; Lacey suspects Shane is cheating; Brittany gets troubling news but keeps it a secret from Marcelino; Stan worries about Lisa's spending; Ray's shocking confession stuns Britney.

The third season of LOVE AFTER LOCKUP: LIFE AFTER LOCKUP premiered on Friday, July 29, 2022 at 9pm ET/PT on WE tv. Season 3 follows nine former inmates and their significant others from the hit series LOVE AFTER LOCKUP through their weird and wild journey to survive the real world. This season's new couples face travel limitations and restrictions on consorting with old connections, temptations of alcohol and drugs. Returning couples deal with the growing pains of adjusting to love, family and marriage while juggling the emotional challenges of life on the outside. Will they stay together and stay out of prison? The three new couples this season are: Tayler & Chance (Elsberry, MO); Chazz & Branwin (La Grange, KY/Portland, OR); and Kevin & Tiffany (Arlington,TX). The returning couples are: Shawn & Sara (Cincinnati, OH); Amber & Puppy (Douglasville, GA); Britney & Ray (Spring, TX); Marcelino & Brittany (Las Vegas, NV; and Daonte & Lindsey (Newport News, VA/Corinth, MS). After a 4.5-month break, LOVE AFTER LOCKUP: LIFE AFTER LOCKUP returned with new episodes on Friday, February 24, 2023 at 9pm ET/PT on WE tv. In this new 90-minute episode, "Habitual Offenders," Monique drops a bombshell on Derek; Lindsey melts down when Blaine lies; Sara keeps a secret about her ex; Amber blows up when TC makes a shocking accusation; Tayler suspects Chance is up to no good; Justine has doubts about Michael.

LOVE AFTER LOCKUP: LIFE AFTER LOCKUP returned with 10 new episodes, beginning on Friday, December 1, 2023 from 9-10:30pm ET/PT on WE tv. The new season follows nine former inmates and their significant others as they navigate their journey in the outside world and attempt to avoid the risks of returning to lifestyles that would violate their parole. This season takes us on a wild ride as lovers juggle growing pains, family, marriage, and emotional challenges in the real world. Can these couples stay together and build a life outside prison walls? The couples are: Britney & Kerok (Richmond, VA); Melissa & Louie (Atlantic Highlands, NJ); Joynomi & Redd (Farmington, NM); Shavel & Quaylon (Dallas, TX); Justine & Michael (Johnstown, PA); Blaine & Lindsey (Iuka, MS); Aris & Cameron (Tampa, FL); Shawn & Sara (Cincinnati, OH); and Tayler & Chance (Elsberry, MO).
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WE tv premiered a new season of LOVE AFTER LOCKUP: LIFE AFTER LOCKUP on Friday, October 4, 2024 from 8-9:30pm ET/PT. The new season follows seven former inmates and their significant others from the hit series LOVE AFTER LOCKUP and LOVE DURING LOCKUP, continuing their journey to keep their love alive, establish a new life in the outside world and stay out of prison. The couples face parole restrictions including travel limitations, consorting with previously incarcerated individuals, combined with the temptations of alcohol and drugs. Meanwhile, couples who have stayed together grapple with the growing pains of love, family and marriage while navigating the emotional hurdles of trying to earn a living with a criminal record. Can they stay together and build a life outside of prison?" The seven couples are:

Bianca & Daniel (Scottsdale, AZ): After Daniel's family leaves Arizona, the couple is forced to start this new chapter together without any family or friends around. Arguments begin to arise when their new life is not at all what Bianca was expecting when she picked up everything and moved to Arizona to be with him. She still doesn't have a ring on her finger, their sex life is underwhelming, and Daniel won't even make her a cup of coffee! With only a few months left on the lease of their apartment, will this young couple be able to work through their issues, or will they decide to go their separate ways?

Zeruiah & Troy (Syracuse, NY): Now that Troy is home, Zeruiah is determined to loop him into all their business affairs. Troy is introduced to Project HEAL, their non-profit organization that aims to provide support to the formerly incarcerated. But Zeruiah is keeping a secret about their business.

Kimberly & Joey (Eden, NC): Following Joey's recent release from prison, Kim and Joey have been adjusting to life together in the free world. Joey is stepping up as a stepfather to Kim's boys, and Kim is over the moon about having her fiance home. As Joey spends more time with Kim's son, Kasen, he starts to suspect that Kasen may be his biological son. But Kim is worried that the results of a DNA test could affect the boys and change everything.

Tennie & Robert (Yukon, OK): As Rob and Tennie navigate their new life together, Rob's mom, Kate, becomes a major wedge in their marriage. Kate believes Rob has left her behind to take care of Tennie and her children. Tennie & Kate come to blows at his Welcome Home party, and Rob feels torn between his wife and mother. Rob begins to dream about having a baby of their own. Tennie had to raise two children as a single mother and is not sure she wants to risk going through that again. Can they move past Rob's mama drama, and will the couple come to a compromise on if they are prepared to bring a new child into the world?

Melissa & Louie (Atlantic Highlands, NJ): Louie is 18 months out and Melissa is ready to take the next steps and get engaged! Melissa's focus is pressuring Louie for a 2-carat diamond ring, but Louie's mom, Donna, thinks he's moving too fast. Louie is working multiple jobs to scrounge up the money to make Melissa's dreams come true...will they find their happily ever after?

Britney & Kerok (Richmond, VA): When we last saw Bri and Kerok, they were engaged and living their best life in Virginia. During this season of LIFE AFTER LOCKUP, Bri and Kerok are looking to make some changes, the biggest being moving to Texas! And they're not going alone -- Kerok's mom, Tammy, is along for the ride. As they gear up for the big move, they get a shocking call that changes everything!

Justine & Michael (Las Vegas, NV): Justine and Michael finally moved from Pennsylvania to Las Vegas with their big, blended family and newborn, Manhattan Barbie. However, Manhattan isn't going to be the newest addition for long because Justine and Michael are pregnant with child number nine!