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"Porridge" (UK)
Another classic comedy of the 1970s, Ronnie Barker starred as veteran convict ‘Fletch’ alongside new fish Godber, played by Richard Beckinsale (father of Kate Beckinsale). It ran for three seasons, comprising 20 episodes, from 1974 to 1977, and moved to the big screen with Porridge (aka Doing Time).
Another classic comedy of the 1970s, Ronnie Barker starred as veteran convict ‘Fletch’ alongside new fish Godber, played by Richard Beckinsale (father of Kate Beckinsale). It ran for three seasons, comprising 20 episodes, from 1974 to 1977, and moved to the big screen with Porridge (aka Doing Time).
PeopleRonnie Barker, Richard Beckinsale
TitlesPorridge