Porridge: The Desperate Hours

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

as Fletcher

Brian Wilde

as Mr. Barrowclough

Fulton Mackay

as Mr. Mackay

Richard Beckinsale

as Godber

Dudley Sutton

as Reg Urwin

Sam Kelly

as Warren

Tony Osoba

as McLaren

Ken Wayne

as Keegan

Michael Redfern

as Tulip

Michael Barrington

as Governor Venables

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