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Going Straight

7.719781 seasonPGTV SeriesComedy

Going Straight is a BBC sitcom which was a direct spin-off from Porridge, starring Ronnie Barker as Norman Stanley Fletcher, newly released from the fictional Slade Prison where the earlier series had been set. It sees Fletcher trying to…

DirectorSydney Lotterby
WritersDick Clement·Ian La Frenais
ProducerSydney Lotterby

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Availability shown for United Kingdom · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
Going Home
Feb 24, 1978
E2
Going to be Alright
Mar 3, 1978
E3
Going Sour
Mar 10, 1978
E4
Going to Work
Mar 17, 1978
E5
Going, Going, Gone
Mar 24, 1978
E6
Going off the Rails
Apr 7, 1978

Cast · Directed by Sydney Lotterby

RBRonnie Barker
Ronnie Barker
Norman Stanley Fletcher

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Going Straight — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Going Straight?

Going Straight is streaming on Now TV in United Kingdom, and available to rent or buy on Apple TV Store. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Going Straight on Netflix?

No, Going Straight is not on Netflix in United Kingdom as of September 2026. It's currently on Now TV.

Is Going Straight on Amazon Prime Video?

No, Going Straight isn't on Amazon Prime Video in United Kingdom right now. It's on Now TV instead.

Where can I watch Going Straight for free?

Going Straight is available on Now TV in United Kingdom, but you'll need an active subscription — there's no free option right now.

How many seasons are in Going Straight?

Going Straight has 1 season in total (6 episodes). The series concluded in 1978.

Are all episodes of Going Straight out yet?

Yes — all 6 episodes across 1 season of Going Straight are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Going Straight?

No — Going Straight ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.