Porridge (1974 TV series) stars Ronnie Barker as Norman Stanley Fletcher, Richard Beckinsale as Lennie Godber, and Fulton Mackay as Mr. Mackay.
Main cast
- Norman Stanley FletcherRonnie Barker1–3Main
- Lennie GodberRichard Beckinsale1–3Main
- Mr. MackayFulton Mackay1–3Main
Supporting cast
- Mr. BarrowcloughBrian Wilde1–3Supp
- Harry GroutPeter Vaughan1–3Supp
- WarrenSam Kelly1–3Supp
- Cyril HeslopChristopher Biggins2–3Supp
- Bunny WarrenSam Kelly1–3Supp
Guest & voice
- JudgeMichael Barrington1Guest
- Mrs. GodberPatricia Brake1Guest
- BlancoDavid Jason2Guest
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About this cast
Porridge is a classic British sitcom set in HMP Slade, following the daily lives of inmates. The show centres on the cunning Norman Stanley Fletcher and his naive cellmate Lennie Godber, under the watchful eye of strict prison officer Mr. Mackay.
FAQs
Who plays Norman Stanley Fletcher in Porridge (1974 TV series)?
Ronnie Barker plays Norman Stanley Fletcher, the main character and a seasoned inmate.
How many seasons of Porridge are there?
There are three seasons, airing from 1974 to 1977.
Who plays Lennie Godber in Porridge?
Richard Beckinsale plays Lennie Godber, Fletcher’s naive but good-hearted cellmate.
Who plays Mr. Mackay in Porridge?
Fulton Mackay plays the strict prison officer Mr. Mackay.
Is Porridge based on a true story?
No, Porridge is a fictional sitcom created by Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais.
Sources & where to watch: IMDb · Wikipedia · Where to watch (JustWatch UK) · Updated June 2026