Along with the faces of the well-known cast—Ronney Barker as Norman Stanley Fletcher, Fulton Mackay as Mr. Mackay, and Richard Beckinsale as Lennie Godber—they include catchy lines and moments from the sitcom.
Because of the outstanding script and the characters that the actors portrayed on television, Porridge has remained popular with viewers for fifty years,” David Gold, head of external affairs and policy at Royal Mail, stated.
These stamps honor the classic and enduring creativity of British television.”
The show centers on jailbirds Norman and Lennie as they encounter the harsh realities of incarceration while encircled by prison guards and small-time offenders.
Written by Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais, the program aired for three seasons from 1974 and 1977. A big-screen version and a follow-up series, Going Straight, were also produced.
La Frenais continued: “So it was agreed with Ronnie and ourselves that we would write a comedy set in prison.”
Pre-orders for the stamps and other collectible items can be made starting on August 29 on the Royal Mail website and by calling 03457 641 641.
September 3rd is when they go on general sale, along with a presentation bundle including all eight stamps.
