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A Test of Character

Porridge Series 3
Episode 5 of 6

Classic comedy series set in a prison. When Godber starts working hard to get another O level before leaving prison, Fletcher cannot understand his appetite for all the hard work. Why doesn't he cheat?

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30 minutes

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Sat 11 Jan 2025 23:40
BBC Four

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Credits

Fletcher Ronnie Barker
Godber Richard Beckinsale
Mr Barraclough Brian Wilde
Mr MacKay Fulton Mackay
Spraggon Alun Armstrong
Warren Sam Kelly
McLaren Tony Osoba
Director Sydney Lotterby
Producer Sydney Lotterby
Writer Dick Clement
Writer Ian La Frenais

Broadcasts

  • Fri 18 Mar 1977 20:30
    BBC One London
  • Sat 31 Oct 2009 20:00
    BBC Two England & Northern Ireland only
  • Fri 13 Nov 2009 19:30
    BBC Two Scotland
  • Tue 7 Jan 2025 20:00
    BBC Four
  • Sat 11 Jan 2025 23:40
    BBC Four

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