Movie

Porridge: The Desperate Hours

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Good to know

Director: Sydney Lotterby
Release date: 1976-12-24
Runtime: 44m
Language: EN
Status: Released
Country: United Kingdom
Studio: BBC

About Porridge: The Desperate Hours

Porridge: The Desperate Hours is a 1976 movie in the Comedy and Crime genres, directed by Sydney Lotterby, starring Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde and Fulton Mackay. It has a runtime of 44 minutes. It holds an average rating of 9.0/10 from 1 viewers. Below you can see where to watch Porridge: The Desperate Hours in Canada — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

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

Ronnie Barker

Fletcher

Brian Wilde

Mr. Barrowclough

Fulton Mackay

Mr. Mackay

Richard Beckinsale

Godber

Dudley Sutton

Reg Urwin

Sam Kelly

Warren

Tony Osoba

McLaren

Ken Wayne

Keegan

Michael Redfern

Tulip

Michael Barrington

Governor Venables

Jane Wenham

Mrs. Jamieson

Eric French

Warder (uncredited)

Themes & keywords

prisonalcoholgunhostage situation

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch Porridge: The Desperate Hours in Canada?+

Porridge: The Desperate Hours is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in Canada. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is Porridge: The Desperate Hours on Netflix?+

Porridge: The Desperate Hours is not on Netflix in Canada right now.

How long is Porridge: The Desperate Hours?+

Porridge: The Desperate Hours has a runtime of 44 minutes (44 minutes).

Who stars in Porridge: The Desperate Hours?+

Porridge: The Desperate Hours stars Ronnie Barker, Brian Wilde, Fulton Mackay, Richard Beckinsale and Dudley Sutton.

When did Porridge: The Desperate Hours come out?+

Porridge: The Desperate Hours is a 1976 movie directed by Sydney Lotterby.

What genre is Porridge: The Desperate Hours?+

Porridge: The Desperate Hours is Comedy and Crime film.

Who directed Porridge: The Desperate Hours?+

Porridge: The Desperate Hours was directed by Sydney Lotterby.