List of Oz (TV series) characters

This page provides a list of characters who appeared in the HBO television drama Oz, created by Tom Fontana. Oz is set in the Oswald State Correctional Facility (nicknamed "Oz"), and follows the lives of inmates and staff within "Emerald City" (Em City), an experimental unit designed to rehabilitate prisoners.

The characters are divided into several categories for ease of navigation:

Inmates: This section lists inmates who were primary or recurring characters throughout the series. Information provided includes their full name (if known), inmate number, the crime for which they were incarcerated, the length of their sentence, and a brief description of their role and significant storylines within the show. Prominent inmates include, but are not limited to:

• Kareem Said: Inmate #97S412. Charged with Arson. Sentence: Life.
• Tobias Beecher: Inmate #97B413. Charged with DUI Manslaughter. Sentence: 15 years.
• Ryan O'Reily: Inmate #97R352. Charged with Multiple counts of Murder. Sentence: Life.
• Miguel Alvarez: Inmate #97A504. Charged with Attempted Murder. Sentence: 20 years.

(Please note that this is not an exhaustive list of all inmates who appeared in the series, but rather a sampling of some of the more significant characters.)

Staff: This section lists the members of the staff at Oz, including corrections officers, doctors, and administrative personnel. Information provided includes their full name, their role within the prison, and a brief description of their character and storylines. Prominent staff members include:

• Tim McManus: Unit Manager of Emerald City.
• Dr. Gloria Nathan: Head Physician.
• Leo Glynn: Warden of Oz.

(Again, this is not an exhaustive list of all staff members.)

Other Recurring Characters: This section lists other recurring characters who played a significant role in the series but do not fit neatly into the categories of inmates or staff. This might include family members of inmates or staff, or other individuals who frequently interact with the prison environment.

Character descriptions may contain spoilers for the series. Viewer discretion is advised.