Porridge
Synopsis
Sequel to the classic sitcom set 40 years on from the original series. Nigel Norman Fletcher, grandson of Norman Stanley Fletcher, is sentenced to 5 years in prison for cyber-crimes and gets into more trouble once inside.
Top Cast
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Kevin Bishop
Nigel Norman Fletcher
Dave Hill
Joe Lotterby
Mark Bonnar
Officer Meekie
Dominic Coleman
Officer Braithwaite
Ralph Ineson
Richie Weeks
Ricky Grover
Scudds
Jason Barnett
Shel
Harman Singh
Aziz
Zahra Ahmadi
Dr. Tessa Marsden
Martin Trenaman
Raymond Fletcher
Pippa Haywood
Governor Hallwood
Colin McFarlane
Judge
Joanne Mitchell
Prosecuting Counsel
Edward Kagutuzi
Skinny Kid
Steve Marsh
Andy
Jan Anderson
Sharon
Jessie Cave
Karen
Thom Donnelly
Parfitt heavy
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Dominic Brigstocke
- Screenplay & Story
- Dick Clement, Ian La Frenais
- Original Title
- Porridge
- Country of Origin
- United Kingdom
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 30m
- Production Studios
- BBC
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Dominic Brigstocke
Dick Clement, Ian La Frenais
Peter Hallworth, Nigel Williams
Gregor Sharp, Richard Webb
Department Leadership Roster
Dominic Brigstocke
Director
Dick Clement
Writer
Ian La Frenais
Writer
Richard Webb
Producer
Peter Hallworth
Editor
Nigel Williams
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
Official cinematic photography and background stills for Porridge.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Porridge
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is Porridge about?
Sequel to the classic sitcom set 40 years on from the original series. Nigel Norman Fletcher, grandson of Norman Stanley Fletcher, is sentenced to 5 years in prison for cyber-crimes and gets into more trouble once inside.
Who directed Porridge?
Porridge was directed by Dominic Brigstocke.
Who stars in Porridge?
The principal cast of Porridge includes Kevin Bishop, Dave Hill, Mark Bonnar, Dominic Coleman, Ralph Ineson.
When was Porridge released and how long is it?
Porridge was released in 2016 with a total runtime of 30m.