'Prison Brides' couple Emma and Curtis' future at risk amid her parents' skepticism over her incarcerated partner

Emma envisions a life with Curtis in the US but her dream faces resistance from her parents who are skeptical about the decision
PUBLISHED JAN 11, 2024
'Prison Brides' stars Emma and Curtis want to settle down in the US ( Lifetime)
'Prison Brides' stars Emma and Curtis want to settle down in the US ( Lifetime)

VANCOUVER, CANADA: TLC series star Curtis finds himself behind bars as an inmate, while his love story with Emma unfolds in the backdrop of 'Prison Brides'.

Emma, hailing from the UK, envisions a life with Curtis in the US. However, her dream faces resistance from her parents, skeptical about their daughter's desire to be with an incarcerated partner.

The series promises to unravel the challenges and drama as Emma navigates the delicate task of convincing her parents while hoping to build a future with Curtis on American soil.

The fate of these two lovers becomes a compelling storyline, leaving viewers eagerly anticipating the twists and turns in their journey.

Why is ‘Prison Brides’ Curtis convicted?

In the narrative of 'Prison Brides', Curtis emerges as a character with a criminal background, specifically identified as a carjacker, hence convicted.

Carjacking, a serious offense in the United States, involves forcibly taking possession of a motor vehicle from its driver, often through the use of weapons or intimidation tactics.

Curtis finds himself behind bars due to his involvement in this unlawful activity. Carjacking is not a minor transgression; it is considered a violent felony with potential repercussions ranging from extended prison sentences to substantial fines.

As a reason, Curtis is convicted and has been in the jail, but a hopeful Emma is still in hopes with settling down with him and is willing to get married. 

Emma's mother is not happy with her flying to the US (Lifetime)
Emma's mother is not happy with her flying to the US (Lifetime)

Where is ‘Prison Bride’ Emma from?

Emma lives in the United Kingdom with her parents. 

In the TLC series, she finds herself entangled in a unique love story with Curtis, a carjacker serving time in the UK. Despite the challenges posed by Curtis's criminal background, Emma's unwavering love leads her to dream of settling down in the US with him.

Emma is from the UK (Lifetime)
Emma is from the UK (Lifetime)

What is TLC’s ‘Prison Brides’ about?

Prison Brides introduces a unique twist to the familiar Love After Lockup and Love During Lockup formats by incorporating a 90 Day Fiancé spin.

Season 1 showcases seven women who hail from different countries, adding an international flavor to the narrative. The series, debuting in January, delves into the relationships of these women, all involved romantically with male inmates.

Viewers can anticipate a blend of cultural dynamics and the challenges that come with love connections formed under the unusual circumstances of incarceration.

Lifetime's press release states the plot as: Lifetime’s newest explosive docuseries ‘Prides Brides’ follows seven women from around the world who believe they have found their soulmates in the most unexpected of places, American prisons.

While they started off as prison pen pals, these women fell hard and found themselves willing to risk it all for love. The docuseries follows the women as they travel from their homes – many visiting the United States for the first time – to meet their prisoner fiancés, husbands, or partners, to chart their futures together.

With the couples facing harsh judgment from friends, family and strangers, the brides grapple with uncertainty and their ultimate decision to risk it all for true love. Will true love prevail for these star-crossed lovers with the odds stacked against them?

A panicked bride of Lifetime docuseries 'Prison Brides' all set to marry a prisoner (YouTube/@Lifetime)
A panicked bride of Lifetime docuseries 'Prison Brides' all set to marry a prisoner (YouTube/@Lifetime)

Prison Brides will premiere Wednesday, January 10 at 9:30p/8:30c on Lifetime.

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