A prisoner serving a five-year term works tirelessly to uphold a spotless reputation and defy the corrupting forces within the prison walls.
In the British comedy-drama film, Norman Stanley Fletcher, a seasoned prisoner, begins a five-year sentence at HM prison Slade in Cumbria. He takes a young and inexperienced cellmate, Lenny Godber, under his wing, sharing his expertise on how to navigate life inside the prison walls.
Aired: Sep 5, 1974On New Year's Day, three new inmates arrive at Slade Prison, comprising Norma...
Aired: Sep 12, 1974Fletcher navigates the hidden world of underground gambling at Slade Prison, ...
Aired: Sep 19, 1974Lennie Godber finds a new sense of calm after moving into Fletcher's cell fol...
Aired: Sep 26, 1974Godber's excitement about his newfound freedom is short-lived as he's forced ...
Aired: Oct 3, 1974Fletcher's spirits sink as he faces another dismal week in prison, but a surp...
Aired: Oct 10, 1974A fellow prisoner, Bunny Warren, requests Fletcher's help in deciphering his ...
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Porridge - Fruit pie (clip)
At the present time, viewers have the opportunity to enjoy "Porridge" completely free of charge, though with occasional advertisements, on the following streaming platforms: BBC iPlayer, Now TV. Additionally, viewers have the option to either rent or purchase "Porridge" on the following digital platforms: AppleTV, Amazon, Google Play.
