This book argues that the enigmatic television series 'The Prisoner' can be fully understood by viewing its episodes in production order. Alex Cox, the author, posits that this approach unlocks the answers to long-standing viewer questions about the identities of Number 6 and Number 1, and the true nature of The Village. The book presents a controversial, original explanation for the series, challenging common interpretations of its surreal and Kafkaesque elements.

The book offers a contrarian perspective on the widely acclaimed and puzzling television series 'The Prisoner'. It aims to provide definitive answers to questions that have long confounded viewers and critics alike. By re-examining the episodes in their production order, the author presents a unique and debated interpretation of the show's mysteries. The work challenges the common perception of the series as purely surreal or Kafkaesque, proposing a more concrete explanation for its narrative.