British Comedy Guide
Porridge. Image shows from L to R: Mr. Mackay (Fulton Mackay), Fletcher (Ronnie Barker), Godber (Richard Beckinsale). Copyright: BBC
Porridge

Porridge (1973)

  • TV sitcom
  • BBC One / BBC Two
  • 1973 - 1977
  • 21 episodes (3 series)

Ronnie Barker stars as Norman Stanley Fletcher, trying to keep his nose clean and guiding his young 'roomie' Godber, whilst residing in HMP Slade. Stars Ronnie Barker, Richard Beckinsale, Fulton Mackay, Brian Wilde, Michael Barrington and more.

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Episode menu

Series 1, Episode 5 - Ways And Means

After offering advice to fellow fishing-net "knitter" McLaren on curbing his short temper, Fletch attempts to make amends with the governor when McLaren forgoes angry outbursts for a more peaceful rooftop protest.

Broadcast details

Date
Thursday 3rd October 1974
Time
8:30pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Cast & crew

Cast
Ronnie Barker Fletcher
Fulton Mackay Mr Mackay
Brian Wilde Mr Barrowclough
Michael Barrington Governor Venables
Tony Osoba McLaren
Guest cast
Ken Jones Ives
Writing team
Dick Clement Writer
Ian La Frenais Writer
Production team
Sydney Lotterby Director
Sydney Lotterby Producer
Ray Millichope Editor
Tim Gleeson Production Designer
Max Harris Composer
Gerry Scott Production Designer

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