Stanford University, 1971. One of history's most notorious psychology studies begins. Led by Dr. Philip Zimbardo, the experiment simulated a prison environment and assigned students to the roles of guards and prisoners. Myths abound about what really happened but in this documentary series, participants take a seat in front of the camera to reveal never-before-heard details of an event that has shaped our understanding of human nature and good versus evil for the past 50 years. Watch The Stanfor

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The Stanford Prison Experiment, one of the most infamous psychology studies, changed the field forever. Now, hear firsthand from the prisoners, guards, and the late Dr. Zimbardo himself in one of his final interviews, about what took place in that basement and why the results may not be quite what they seem. #TheStanfordPrisonExperimentUnlockingtheTruth, a limited series, premieres Wednesday, November 13 at 8/7c on National Geographic. Stream next day on Disney and Hulu. | National Geographic TV