Shadow of the Noose (1989)

Overview

A look at the real cases and personal demons of Sir Edward Marshall Hall, Edwardian London's most celebrated barrister. Presiding over trials that made headlines and drew large crowds to the public gallery, the Old Bailey defence counsel was Britain's first legal celebrity. A champion of justice for all, Marshall Hall earns a reputation as The Great Defender as he pleads the innocence of clients other lawyers refuse to represent.

Details

Type

TV Show

Original title

Shadow of the Noose

Released

1989-02-28

Status

Ended

Director

Richard Cooper

Country

United Kingdom

Quality

HD

Production

BBC

Network

BBC One

Language

English

Seasons

1

Episodes

8

Cast