Quick Info
Status: Ended
Network: Channel 4
Type: Scripted
Rating: 6.0/10
Porkpie
Overview
Porkpie was a British sitcom on Channel 4 television starring Ram John Holder as Augustus "Porkpie" Grant. It was a spinoff from Desmond's. Porkpie kept several key characters from Desmond's and in the first episode Grant was seen standing outside the barbershop Desmond used to run, saying: "Desmond, since you died it hasn't stopped raining. I know how much you used to say it can rain in England, and it's true. Must be one of two things: either a thousand angels weeping for you, or you having a good drink up in heaven and you spilling it all over the place."
This production, originally released in 1995, has captivated audiences with its unique storytelling. As a Scripted series, it brings a fresh perspective to the Comedy genre, maintaining a strong viewer rating of 6.0 across its 2 seasons.
- Storyline Highlights:
- • Explores themes within Comedy.
- • Produced in United Kingdom.
- • Original Language: English.
Starring Cast
Ram John Holder
Augustus 'Porkpie' Grant
Derek Griffiths
Benjamin 'Benji'
Geff Francis
Michael Ambrose
Matilda Thorpe
Mandy Ambrose
Llewella Gideon
Leone
Seasons
Series 1
6 Episodes • Aired 1995-11-13
No season overview provided for this season.
Series 2
6 Episodes • Aired 1996-08-22
No season overview provided for this season.