Comedy Classics: Porridge
Synopsis
An homage to the prison comedy series Porridge, created by Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais. This documentary examines how Ronnie Barker’s Fletch influenced Slade Prison’s characters. There is also a look at 1978’s Going Straight, Porridge: The Movie, the US remake On the Rocks, and the 2017 reboot starring Kevin Bishop and Ricky Grover.
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- Original Title
- Comedy Classics: Porridge
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 30m
- Production Studios
- Channel 5 Broadcasting
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International Certification Matrix
Universal — Suitable for all audiences.
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What is Comedy Classics: Porridge about?
An homage to the prison comedy series Porridge, created by Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais. This documentary examines how Ronnie Barker’s Fletch influenced Slade Prison’s characters. There is also a look at 1978’s Going Straight, Porridge: The Movie, the US remake On the Rocks, and the 2017 reboot starring Kevin Bishop and Ricky Grover.
Who directed Comedy Classics: Porridge?
Comedy Classics: Porridge was directed by Not specified.
Who stars in Comedy Classics: Porridge?
The principal cast of Comedy Classics: Porridge includes David Jason, Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale.
When was Comedy Classics: Porridge released and how long is it?
Comedy Classics: Porridge was released in 2022 with a total runtime of 1h 30m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Comedy Classics: Porridge?
Comedy Classics: Porridge holds official age classifications: GB: U (Universal — Suitable for all audiences.).