Porterhouse Blue
Series Overview
Cambridge, Great Britain, 1980s. When the headmaster of Porterhouse College dies without naming a successor, the government appoints a former graduate whose ideas clash with the extreme conservatism that reigns at the institution.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
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1 Season • 4 Episodes
60 min per episode
1987 – 1987
Premiered: Wed, Jun 3, 1987
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 1, Episode 4: “Episode 4”
With a view to ending the new Master's regime, the Dean and Sir Cathcart D'Eath encourage television journalist Cornelius Carrington to make a documentary about the College. They haven't reckoned on Carrington's methods, or on Skullion's gift for 'television verite'. And nobody - not even Skullion himself - has reckoned on the head porter achieving an indelible place in the history of Porterhouse.
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Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Robert Knights
Malcolm Bradbury, Tom Sharpe
Department Leadership Roster
Robert Knights
Director
Malcolm Bradbury
Writer
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
Interdit aux moins de 18 ans — 18+ only.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
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What is Porterhouse Blue about?
Cambridge, Great Britain, 1980s. When the headmaster of Porterhouse College dies without naming a successor, the government appoints a former graduate whose ideas clash with the extreme conservatism that reigns at the institution.
How many seasons does Porterhouse Blue have?
Porterhouse Blue comprises 1 season available to explore.
Who stars in Porterhouse Blue?
Key cast members in Porterhouse Blue include Ian Richardson, David Jason, Paul Rogers, John Woodnutt, Harold Innocent.
Who created or directed Porterhouse Blue?
Porterhouse Blue was developed and directed by Robert Knights.