Citizen Smith

In the programme Prisoners, Wolfie and his family are shocked by a surprise visitor, a moment that sets off the show's anarchic tone. The comedy, featuring Robert Lindsay, builds on this disruption to deliver a chaotic, humour‑filled experience for viewers.

The broadcast titled “Prisoners” is presented as a programme in the form of an episode. It falls within the comedy genre, specifically an anarchic style, and centres on a domestic storyline. The piece is structured as a single instalment rather than a series, and it is catalogued under the broader heading of programmes. In the central narrative, the character Wolfie receives an unexpected guest, a development that catches both him and his family off guard. The arrival of this surprise visitor creates a moment of astonishment for the household, prompting a reaction that drives the episode’s comedic momentum. The production is billed as an anarchic comedy and features Robert Lindsay in a starring role. His involvement anchors the humour and contributes to the chaotic tone that defines the episode. The combination of the surprise element and Lindsay’s performance underlines the show’s commitment to a lively, unpredictable comedic approach. Throughout the episode, the anarchic humour is evident in the way the unexpected guest disrupts the routine of Wolfie’s household. The chaos generated by the surprise visit aligns with the programme’s commitment to a lively, off‑beat comedic atmosphere. Robert Lindsay’s central performance ties these elements together, delivering the kind of unpredictable comedy that the show sets out to achieve.