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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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Series 3, Episode 1 - A Storm In A Teacup

Harris steals some pills from the Medical Officer, but manages to dispose of them when stopped by Mackay. Grouty is concerned the theft may lift the lid on his own thefts so ropes in Fletcher to replace the pills. Where will Fletcher find new medication before the end of the lunch hour?

Broadcast details

Date
Friday 18th February 1977
Time
8:30pm
Channel
BBC One
Length
30 minutes

Upcoming repeats

  1. Tuesday 12th November 2024 at 8:00pm on BBC4
  2. Sunday 17th November 2024 at 12:20am on BBC4

Cast & crew

Cast
Ronnie Barker Fletcher
Richard Beckinsale Godber
Fulton Mackay Mr Mackay
Brian Wilde Mr Barrowclough
Christopher Biggins Lukewarm
Ronald Lacey Harris
Tony Osoba McLaren
Sam Kelly Warren
Guest cast
Peter Vaughan Harry Grout
John Dair Crusher
John Moore Spider
Writing team
Dick Clement Writer
Ian La Frenais Writer
Production team
Sydney Lotterby Director
Sydney Lotterby Producer
John Dunstan Editor
Geoff Higgs Editor
Tim Gleeson Production Designer
Max Harris Composer

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