Boston Legal

TV Series
2004–20082004–2008
TV-14TV-14
44min

Candice Bergen, William Shatner, and James Spader in Boston Legal (2004)

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Boston Legal is a spin-off of the long-running David E. Kelley series The Practice (1997), following the exploits of former Practice character Alan Shore (James Spader) at the legal firm of ... Read allBoston Legal is a spin-off of the long-running David E. Kelley series The Practice (1997), following the exploits of former Practice character Alan Shore (James Spader) at the legal firm of Crane, Poole, and Schmidt.Boston Legal is a spin-off of the long-running David E. Kelley series The Practice (1997), following the exploits of former Practice character Alan Shore (James Spader) at the legal firm of Crane, Poole, and Schmidt.

Creator
- David E. Kelley
Stars

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Won 5 Primetime Emmys
- 16 wins & 67 nominations total

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5 seasons

5 years

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Candice Bergen in Boston Legal (2004)

William Shatner in Boston Legal (2004)

William Shatner in Boston Legal (2004)

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James Spader in Boston Legal (2004)

Alan Shoreas Alan Shore

101 episodes101 eps • 2004–2008

William Shatner

Denny Craneas Denny Crane

101 episodes101 eps • 2004–2008

Shirley Schmidtas Shirley Schmidt

91 episodes91 eps • 2005–2008

Rene Auberjonois

Paul Lewistonas Paul Lewiston

71 episodes71 eps • 2004–2008

Brad Chaseas Brad Chase

70 episodes70 eps • 2004–2007

Denise Baueras Denise Bauer

52 episodes52 eps • 2005–2008

Christian Clemenson

Jerry Espensonas Jerry Espenson

50 episodes50 eps • 2005–2008

Gary Anthony Williams

Clarence Bellas Clarence Bell

36 episodes36 eps • 2006–2008

John Larroquette

Carl Sackas Carl Sack

33 episodes33 eps • 2007–2008

Katie Lloydas Katie Lloyd

33 episodes33 eps • 2007–2008

Judge Clark Brownas Judge Clark Brown

24 episodes24 eps • 2004–2008

Constance Zimmer

Claire Simmsas Claire Simms

23 episodes23 eps • 2006–2007

Lori Colsonas Lori Colson

21 episodes21 eps • 2004–2005

Tara Wilsonas Tara Wilson

20 episodes20 eps • 2004–2005

Saffron Burrows

Lorraine Welleras Lorraine Weller

20 episodes20 eps • 2007–2008

Bethany Horowitzas Bethany Horowitz

18 episodes18 eps • 2006–2008

Taraji P. Henson

Whitney Romeas Whitney Rome

17 episodes17 eps • 2007–2008

Garrett Wellsas Garrett Wells

16 episodes16 eps • 2005–2006

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7.7

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6.8

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7.3

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8.3

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7.6

8.3

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7.9

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8.0

7.7

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7.7

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8.0

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8.1

Ethically-challenged attorney Alan Shore, formerly of Young, Frutt & Berluti, settles in at a wealthy and powerful firm focusing on civil cases. With some help from his friend and mentor, veteran attorney Denny Crane, Shore quickly makes his mark winning cases no one would take, often using less than honest methods. In doing so, he develops a rival in his colleague Brad Chase, who has been assigned to the office partly to keep an eye on the increasingly eccentric (and possibly senile) Denny Crane. Though his questionable conduct might make him a few enemies along the way, Alan's not one to be underestimated, nor will he let trivial things like honesty or integrity get in the way of winning a case. —Todd Smitts

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Taglines
- Just when you thought it was safe to go back into the courtroom.
Genres
Certificate
- TV-14
Parents guide

Trivia
During the series, whenever Denny Crane (William Shatner) opens his cell phone, it makes the same sound effect as the communicators from the original "Star Trek" series in which he played the role of Captain James T. Kirk.

Goofs
Throughout the series, Alan Shore and Denny Crane sit on the balcony overlooking the city of Boston. However, during the cold winter months, you never see the breath of either character, thus demonstrating that the "balcony" is part of a set, and not an actual location.

Quotes
Alan Shore: Let me tell me two things about myself. I too am a lawyer, I can be painfully vindictive, and I do not play fair.
Lester Tremont: That's three things.
Alan Shore: See? Not playing fair already. And I'm just getting started.

Connections
Featured in The 62nd Annual Golden Globe Awards 2005 (2005)

Top review

Excellent Show

Considering all the crap that is normally on Sunday(e.g. football and Nascar), this show is a refreshing change of pace. Spader and Shatner are an excellent duo. Spader already received an emmy, and hopefully Shatner will receive one too, if for no other reason than to silence the ignorant critics of this well-rounded show. Rarely will you find a legal show, that is humorous and poignant at the same time. Denny Craine's succinctness and Shore's coolness make this show a stand out. If ABC is smart, they will hold on to this show and try to replicate it's success, while in the meantime dumping all their worthless reality shows(redundancy I know). In conclusion, the great story lines and skillful acting make this show one of the best current series on television.

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Release date
- October 3, 2004 (United States)
Country of origin
- United States
Language
- English
Also known as
- Fleet Street
Filming locations
- Raleigh Manhattan Beach Studios - 1600 Rosecrans Avenue, Manhattan Beach, California, USA
Production companies
- David E. Kelley Productions
- 20th Century Fox Television
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Runtime
- 44min
Color
- Color
Sound mix
- Dolby
Aspect ratio
- 1.78 : 1

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