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The Sentence

Let the punishment fit the crime: an ambitious inventor, Dr. Jack Henson, creates a "virtual prison" and wants the government to adopt it nation-wide. Using his invention, convicts serve a life sentence in just a few hours. Henson claims the harsh sentences will ensure that criminals never offend again while the short time required cuts prison costs. He seems to be making his point until they connect an innocent man to the apparatus and the demonstration goes sour. To save the young man's life, Henson must submit to his own invention -- and to a lesson in the true meaning of justice.

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  • Originally Aired August 4, 1996
  • Runtime 60 minutes
  • Content Rating United States of America TV-MA
  • Network SYFY
  • Notes Is a season finale
  • Created August 12, 2018 by
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  • Modified March 5, 2024 by
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Name Type Role
Melissa Rosenberg Writer
Richard Hyde Pierce Guest Star
Andrea Roth Guest Star
Jan D'Arcy Guest Star
Joseph L. Scanlan Director