Fox River State Penitentiary is a fictional prison featured in the television series Prison Break. It is depicted as a maximum-security facility located in Illinois, known for housing dangerous criminals. The show follows the story of Michael Scofield, who deliberately gets himself imprisoned to help his brother, Lincoln Burrows, escape from death row. The penitentiary is characterized by its imposing architecture and strict security measures. Throughout the series, it serves as a backdrop for various plots involving escape plans, alliances, and conflicts among inmates. The prison's design and operations reflect real-life maximum-security institutions, adding to the show's dramatic tension.