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Porridge: The Desperate Hours
9.0 / 10• 1976• 44m•NR• English
ComedyCrime
Storyline
Fletcher and Godber are in trouble for brewing liquor in the lead-up to Christmas, but are caught up in a hostage situation in the Governor's office.
Cast & Crew
Ronnie Barker
Fletcher
Lead
Brian Wilde
Mr. Barrowclough
Fulton Mackay
Mr. Mackay
Richard Beckinsale
Godber
Dudley Sutton
Reg Urwin
Sam Kelly
Warren
Tony Osoba
McLaren
Ken Wayne
Keegan
What People Are Saying
5.0
“A staggering achievement of craft and ambition. Sydney Lotterby's vision lands with breathtaking precision.”
5.0
“Every frame feels alive. Porridge: The Desperate Hours is the rare release that takes its audience seriously.”
