China Central Television (CCTV) plans to air the popular American TV series "Prison Break" to domestic audiences this year.

Now get ready to see "Prison Break" on CCTV, well, in Chinese.

A Beijing newspaper Tuesday said China Central Television (CCTV) plans to air the popular American TV series to domestic audiences this year, and translation and dubbing work are expected to be completed in June.

In fact, the TV series is just one among a number of foreign TV shows CCTV plans to air this year. `

The decision is allegedly to ensure audience ratings.

No details were revealed on whether the original would be edited or adapted for Chinese audiences.

Another American TV series, "Desperate Housewives," was aired on CCTV in 2005. However, many people complained the edited version was difficult to understand.

The report says many internet buffs in China have already previewed the original "Prison Break" online.

Editor: Donald