We are thrilled to have contributed to A Splash of Objection on a Canvas. @RodneyMarshall1 has put together a gem of a book. There’s even a lovely afterword by Andrew (son of Ronald) Radd. Available now in hardback and paperback. amzn.eu/d/0bFGdLt4 #theprisonerat60
In the penultimate episode of ITV’s Sooty & Co (December 1998), Matthew Corbett takes Sooty, Sweep, Soo & Scampi to Portmeirion — his favourite TV show’s location. He even sports a (sort of!) Number Six outfit. #sooty #portmeirion #theprisoner #sweep #sootyandco #sootyandsweep
This iconic moment marked Rover’s first appearance in Arrival. A small Rover was shot using an air rifle, allowing the props team to cut seamlessly to a full-size version right after the crash zoom. An amazing practical effect for 1966. #portmeirion #theprisoner #rover #arrival
When Clough Williams-Ellis bought some land for a modest sum, he didn’t have a plan. Aber Iâ became Portmeirion - soon to be a ‘home for fallen buildings.’ The village has continued to evolve for over a century. #portmeirion #theprisoner #cloughwilliamsellis
It’s hard to believe that 2026 marks 60 years since filming began on The Prisoner. As you walk around Portmeirion, there is always something to appreciate, with shots from the series indelibly etched on your mind. #portmeirion #theprisoner #patrickmcgoohan #northwales
Another peaceful day in the Village. Showers later #portmeirion #theprisoner
’Dear Diary,
An odd morning. Woke up left-handed, having gone completely off my favourite cigarettes, and suddenly unable to tell the difference between flapjacks and pancakes. On the plus side, have grown a superb moustache overnight.‘ #theschizoidman #theprisoner
In a 1967 TV Times interview, David Tomblin described McGoohan’s brutal routine: studio 7am–5:30pm, cutting room till 10pm, writing until 2am. Little wonder he suffered 3 nervous breakdowns. Doctors advised rest which the actor ignored “you can’t let up when you’re in charge!”
Today, January 13th, we remember Patrick McGoohan (1928–2009). Actor, writer, director, producer, and the visionary force behind The Prisoner, a show that is still asking the questions that matter. #patrickmcgoohan #theprisoner
As part of our prep for series 6, we need your help. What myths and falsehoods surround The Prisoner? Which stories, heresay and trivia have become fact? Comment below and be part of the conversation for an upcoming episode. #theprisoner #portmeirion #patrickmcgoohan #freeforall
Either the recent Imprint set with additional features and HD Danger Man eps or the 50th set. Hope this helps!
Happy New Year! 🎉 Wishing you a prosperous 2026. Hard to believe that this September marks 60 years since filming began at #Portmeirion on #ThePrisoner. #HappyNewYear #PatrickMcGoohan #Arrival
Just a reminder that our Christmas episode is now available. A bumper episode with some interesting revelations! #freeforall #christmasspecial #theprisoner #patrickmcgoohan #portmeirion #podcasting #classictv #itc #podcast #retrotv #culttv #beseeingyou #thevillage
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Wishing you all a Merry Christmas! Our seasonal offering is now available at tinyurl.com/yey8zxt3 in which we look at the press and public’s reaction to #theprisoner, the praise and criticism #patrickmcgoohan faced at the time, and incorrect spellings of #portmeirion! Enjoy!
What does a 6ft fence, flamboyant sex, and Cai doing his best Pam Ayres impression have to do with The Prisoner? Find out this Monday as we drop our Christmas special, looking at the viewers’ and critics’ responses to the show. #theprisoner #thatslife #pamayres #christmasspecial
“Don’t waste your time on anything that doesn’t thrill you or bring you love.” - Gil Gerard (1943-2025). #gilgerard #buckrogers
Cai always has his notes in your Columbo notebook!
Join us next Monday for our Christmas episode - ‘Rebellion on Prime Time’ in which we explore the reactions of critics and viewers between 1967–68, when the show first challenged television norms. #theprisoner #patrickmcgoohan #portmeirion #dangerman #beseeingyou #pointsofview
I asked film students to write down the elements that were consistent in established Christmas movies. Each one is present in Die Hard - set at Christmas, music, themes of family and redemption, Christmas paraphernalia… The ending even features some ‘snow’ courtesy of falling debris ;)
Our Christmas Special is released on Dec 22! This year, we dive into the press and public reactions to The Prisoner in 1967/68 from bewildered critics to fascinated viewers.
Re-enter the Village with us for a festive deep-dive into the show’s earliest impact. #ThePrisoner
Sounds like fun! It’s hard to gauge, we’re only going off an interview with Robin Llewelyn about Portmeirion’s arts visitors in the first half of the 20th century.
Donald Sinden, Peter Wyngarde and Paul Eddington all took a turn as Garry Essendine in ‘Present Laughter’ with Patrick McGoohan once playing Fred the valet. Fittingly, playwright Noël Coward was a frequent visitor to Portmeirion and wrote ‘Blithe Spirit’ there. #presentlaughter
Great news. futurenetwork.wales has recently launched! A worthy successor to the much missed Network. Find all your ITC favourites plus hundreds of classic shows and films. #network #itc #bluray #dvd #futurenetwork
In 1965, 12-year-old Catherine McGoohan ‘hired’ her dad Patrick to do the lighting for her school play - unpaid, of course. #patrickmcgoohan #catherinemcgoohan
Extra of the day: Ray Marioni (b. 1933). A master of the croupier cameo - he pops up in A.B. & C and more than 16 other films and shows spinning the roulette wheel, including our favourite sitcom Duty Free. Marioni also played ‘Al Capone’ in The Man with the Golden Gun.
McGoohan performed in several rep productions at the Sheffield Playhouse in the late 1940s. Many of these shows featured future Prisoner co-star, Paul Eddington. Other notable alumni from the Playhouse include Keith Barron, Patrick Stewart and Peter Sallis. #sheffieldplayhouse
Did you know that Patrick McGoohan and famous British entertainer Des O’Connor lived in the same house at different times? The house, in Brocco Bank was owned by The Sheffield Playhouse and used by its repertory performers #patrickmcgoohan #desoconnor #sheffield
That brings back memories!
As long as it isn’t Doc Cox!
