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All six episodes of the 1978 spin-off of the sitcom 'Porridge'. Fletch (Ronnie Barker) is released from jail after spending three years, eight months and four days at Her Majesty's pleasure. But life on the outside isn't as easy as he's hoped it would be... A young Nicholas Lyndhurst co-stars as Fletch's teenage son Raymond. Review: Classic comedy from one of our best (UK) comedians - Ideal for 'Porridge' fans as Fletch ventures out of Slade prison with the intent of going straight, I won't spoil the storyline, he gets drawn towards his old ways by 'friends', waivers and struggles to find a meaningful job being tarnished by his past. A pleasant tale, I which I would expect to be a serious issue amongst those leaving prison but with a light comedy touch. I really enjoyed this classic Ronnie Barker series where a good script a great performer and supporting actors work well together. Review: Causing a bit of a stir in my viewing pleasure. - After recently buying Porridge the boxset, I'd finished watching the series, when from the recesses of my memory I recalled the follow up series Going Straight. I found that it was available at a very reasonable price, so ordered it. What I had forgotten was how funny Going Straight was. The series opens with Norman Stanley Fletcher (Ronnie Barker) on the day he is released from Slade prison (fictional prison setting of Porridge). The humour has stood the test of time, the series may not have been as accepted as Porridge was, but with an estimated 15 million viewers tuning in each week to catch up with the exploits of Fletch and Godber, there is nothing to be sniffed at. I enjoyed watching this series immensely and will continue to revisit this gem of a series by one of Britain's finest character actors Mr Ronnie Barker.
| ASIN | B0002PC39O |
| Actors | Nicholas Lyndhurst, Patricia Brake, Richard Beckinsale, Ronnie Barker, Rowena Cooper |
| Aspect Ratio | 4:3 - 1.33:1 |
| Country of origin | Czech Republic |
| Customer reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,114) |
| Is discontinued by manufacturer | No |
| Item model number | 5014503146023 |
| Language | English (Dolby Digital 2.0) |
| Media Format | PAL |
| Number of discs | 1 |
| Producers | Sidney Lotterby |
| Product Dimensions | 13.5 x 1.5 x 19 cm; 70 g |
| Release date | 4 Oct. 2004 |
| Run time | 2 hours and 53 minutes |
| Studio | 2 Entertain Video |
| Subtitles: | English |
| Writers | Dick Clement, Ian la Frenais |
P**Y
Classic comedy from one of our best (UK) comedians
Ideal for 'Porridge' fans as Fletch ventures out of Slade prison with the intent of going straight, I won't spoil the storyline, he gets drawn towards his old ways by 'friends', waivers and struggles to find a meaningful job being tarnished by his past. A pleasant tale, I which I would expect to be a serious issue amongst those leaving prison but with a light comedy touch. I really enjoyed this classic Ronnie Barker series where a good script a great performer and supporting actors work well together.
K**L
Causing a bit of a stir in my viewing pleasure.
After recently buying Porridge the boxset, I'd finished watching the series, when from the recesses of my memory I recalled the follow up series Going Straight. I found that it was available at a very reasonable price, so ordered it. What I had forgotten was how funny Going Straight was. The series opens with Norman Stanley Fletcher (Ronnie Barker) on the day he is released from Slade prison (fictional prison setting of Porridge). The humour has stood the test of time, the series may not have been as accepted as Porridge was, but with an estimated 15 million viewers tuning in each week to catch up with the exploits of Fletch and Godber, there is nothing to be sniffed at. I enjoyed watching this series immensely and will continue to revisit this gem of a series by one of Britain's finest character actors Mr Ronnie Barker.
G**E
A good follow up to Porridge
Whilst not havng the constant laughter, and maybe suffering from no Mister Mackay or Barrowclough in every episode - thsi follow up to Porridge is still streets ahead of most of the modern comedies we are now presented withl Barker is still funny as Fletch, and Beckinsale (up until his truly untimely death) was a good support actor again. Still ahs you laughing out loud - and deal swith the justice system from a slightly different view point to hte one we had become accustomed to in Porridge. Are you a Porridge fan but do not remeber or do not know this show? you should treat yourself - I personally prefer Porridge, but this is still a great Ronnie Barker comedy series - and excellent value from Amazon too.
G**N
Not as good as Porridge but good nonetheless
Going Straight is the largely forgotten sequel to Porridge. Originally broadcast in 1978, the series sees the old convict Norman Stanley Fletcher trying to re-adjust to life outside after being released from Her Majesty's pleasure. However, his resolve to give up a life of crime and go on the straight and narrow for the first time in his life is tested by his family and an uncaring world. His wife runs off with the man from the cardboard box factory. His daughter Ingrid has gotten very friendly with Lenny Godber, Fletcher's old cell-mate from Slade prison. Meanwhile, his drippy teenage son Raymond is perpetually searching for his bicycle pump. Fletcher also has difficulty finding employment. In sum, the man who was a top-dog in prison is an also-ran outside. While the six episodes of Going Straight do not match the best of Porridge, I still found the series quite entertaining. The scripts are funny, full of wit, while Ronnie Barker puts in another brilliant performance, this time as a much put-upon Fletcher. Only one series of the show was made as Richard Beckinsale, the actor who played Godber, died soon after it aired. In conclusion, if you are interested in Porridge, Ronnie Barker or indeed like comedy at all, Going Straight is well worth a look. (There are no DVD extras.)
J**Y
Box set
Plays spot on, quick service, cheers J
A**R
DVD
GOOD TO WATCH FOR A GOOD LAUGH
S**D
Thoroughly enjoyable
Great delivery. Lovely nostalgia
J**N
Good
Good
!**!
Classic British comedy!
C**K
This is a superb follow up to “Porridge”. I wish it had ran more than one series (6 episodes) as Ronnie Barker is great in this. The premise is that after “Fletch” is released from prison he decides to give up his life of crime. Of course there are multiple temptations for him and it’s not easy “going straight”. I doubt this has ever been shown in the USA but it’s well worth watching. This is a Region 2 DVD so you’ll need a compatible DVD player or a computer to watch it but that’s stated in the description. It was a superb value and I’m very happy with my purchase.
M**N
Doos waar de dvd zou inzatten zat kapot in de verpakking dvdv zat op de doos
A**R
Excellent experience
H**Y
Great comedy
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