Review of Porridge (1979) by Ismail G — 28 Jun 2007

Classic, just like the amazing tv series.

This review of Porridge (1979) was written by Ismail G on 28 Jun 2007.

Porridge has generally received positive reviews.

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By Paul D (6,077) on 28 Aug 2007

Good film spin off from the television series, but you really need to know the characters to enjoy all the jokes before seeing the movie…

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By Vic E (4) on 11 Feb 2008

Great film that lives up to or exceeds the TV series. If you love Ronnie Barker, you will enjoy him in one of his best roles…

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By Paul W (1,226) on 16 Feb 2013

For fans of the tv series only - this is a stretched archaic affair, where camp prisoners wearing rouge passes as humour…

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By Paul H (999) on 26 Jul 2007

The best TV spin off film there is. Quality…

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By Procrastination B (4) on 17 Oct 2007

Wisely only extended to 90 minutes, they didn't try to change anything, just made a longer episode…

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By Murray S (110) on 27 Mar 2010

I would not exactly call this a Film; more like a feature length episode of the TV series. If you love Porridge, you will love this…

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By John K (1,706) on 13 Jun 2009

Wow umn just seen this movie 4 the 1st time n think that this is a good movie 2 watch..its got a good cast of actors/actressess thorughout…

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By Simon E (82) on 21 Jun 2007

I think the series of this is one of the greatest all-time commedies and Ronnie Barker is one of the greatest actors ever…

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By Hannah M (863) on 17 Apr 2007

Ronnie barker is absolutly brilliant. hillarious comedy, wtch da tv series…

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By Thomas B (1,990) on 10 Mar 2013

After the success of the TV series Porridge, which ran on the BBC from 1974 to 1977, creators Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais were offered…

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