Controversial TV Episodes of Popular Shows That Have Been Totally Banned

"Living In Harmony" - The Prisoner

In this episode, Number 6 is placed in a virtual reality simulation. In fact, he's been placed right in the middle of the Old West. He is tasked with taking on the role of the town sheriff. Apparently, the episode was banned due to the portrayal of drugs and commentary on the Vietnam War. 

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