#1.1(2010) | "going Postal" Episode

The Post Office is buried under years of undelivered mail that seems to have a life of its own.

Moist is assigned a golem parole officer named to prevent him from escaping.

is a two-part television miniseries based on the 33rd Discworld novel. Episode #1.1 premiered on May 28, 2010, introducing viewers to the vibrant, chaotic city-state of Ankh-Morpork. Episode 1 Overview Release Date: May 28, 2010 Runtime: Approximately 1 hour and 34 minutes "Going Postal" Episode #1.1(2010)

This was the third Discworld adaptation by Sky1 , following Hogfather and The Colour of Magic . It is widely considered by fans to be the most successful of the three adaptations due to its strong casting and faithful spirit.

Sir Terry Pratchett makes a cameo appearance in the film as a postman. Steve Pemberton The Post Office is buried under years of

He faces opposition from , the ruthless head of the Clacks communication monopoly. Primary Cast Role Description Richard Coyle Moist von Lipwig A charming swindler turned reluctant Postmaster. David Suchet Reacher Gilt The pirate-like antagonist and head of the Clacks. Charles Dance Lord Vetinari The enigmatic and calculating Patrician of Ankh-Morpork. Claire Foy Adora Belle Dearheart An icy, heavy-smoking activist and Moist's love interest. Andrew Sachs Tolliver Groat The world's oldest "Junior Postman". Marnix Van Den Broeke The physical performer for Moist's golem parole officer. Steve Pemberton Rufus Drumknott Lord Vetinari's efficient and stoic clerk. Production & Reception

He meets his eccentric staff: the elderly and the pin-obsessed Stanley Howler . Episode #1

Professional con artist Moist von Lipwig is caught and "hanged" for his crimes. However, the execution is staged by the city’s ruler, Lord Vetinari , who offers Moist a choice: be executed for real, or take on the impossible task of restoring Ankh-Morpork's derelict Post Office. Key Plot Points: