On the Rocks
TV series
On the Rocks
1975–1976, English, on ABC. Created by Dick Clement & Ian La Frenais.
A minimum-security prison is the setting for gallows humor by wisecracking inmates.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 24
- Episode length
- 30 min
- Status
- Ended in 1976
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Where to watch On the Rocks
On the Rocks is streaming on Discovery+ in India.
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Latest episode
S1 E24: Retrospective (2)
Aired 17 May 1976
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
Details
- First aired
- 11 September 1975
- Last aired
- 17 May 1976
- Network
- ABC
- Language
- English
- Country
- United States
- Type
- Scripted
- Rated
- NR
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What On the Rocks is based on
On the Rocks is based on Porridge, a television series by Dick Clement.
Television series
Porridge
By Dick Clement
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On the Rocks: quick answers
Is On the Rocks worth watching?
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How many seasons of On the Rocks are there?
On the Rocks has 1 season and 24 episodes, about 30 minutes each.
Is On the Rocks finished?
Yes. On the Rocks ended in 1976, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is On the Rocks on?
On the Rocks is streaming on Discovery+ in India. (Checked 8 November 2026.)
On the Rocks parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
On the Rocks is rated NR. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like On the Rocks?
If you liked On the Rocks, try All That, Harry Hill's TV Burp, Nick Cannon Presents: Wild 'N Out.
Who created On the Rocks?
On the Rocks was created by Dick Clement and Ian La Frenais and stars Hal Williams, Jack Grimes, Logan Ramsey.
What is On the Rocks based on?
On the Rocks is based on Porridge, a television series by Dick Clement.