Porridge
"Fletcher's inside story - even funnier as a film"
Originally released in 1979. Porridge is a comedy/crime film. directed by Dick Clement.
Starring Ronnie Barker, Richard Beckinsale, and Fulton Mackay
Synopsis
Times are hard for habitual guest of Her Majesty Norman Stanley Fletcher. The new prison officer, Beale, makes MacKay look soft and what's more, an escape plan is hatching from the cell of prison godfather Grouty and Fletcher wants no part of it.
Quick Facts
Release Date
August 12, 1979
46 years ago
Runtime
1h 33m
93 minutes total
User Rating
6.7/10
Good (37 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United Kingdom
Production
Director
Top Cast
Ronnie Barker
as Norman Stanley Fletcher
Richard Beckinsale
as Lennie Godber
Fulton Mackay
as Mr. Mackay
Brian Wilde
as Mr. Barrowclough
Peter Vaughan
as Grouty
Julian Holloway
as Mr. Bainbridge
Geoffrey Bayldon
as Governor Treadaway
Christopher Godwin
as Mr. Beal
Barrie Rutter
as Oakes
Daniel Peacock
as Rudge
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Witzend Productions
- Black Lion Films
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Porridge about?
Times are hard for habitual guest of Her Majesty Norman Stanley Fletcher. The new prison officer, Beale, makes MacKay look soft and what's more, an escape plan is hatching from the cell of prison g...
Who directed Porridge?
Porridge was directed by Dick Clement.
How long is Porridge?
Porridge has a runtime of 1 hours and 33 minutes (93 minutes total).
When was Porridge released?
Porridge was released on August 12, 1979 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Porridge?
The main cast of Porridge includes Ronnie Barker, Richard Beckinsale, Fulton Mackay, Brian Wilde, Peter Vaughan.