Jagged Sledge 

Sledge is on trial for the cold-blooded murder of racketeer Hugo Victor. Serving as his own attorney, Sledge sets out to prove his innocence in the face of overwhelming evidence of his guilt.

Director:

Reza Badiyi

Writers:

Alan Spencer (creator), Chris Ruppenthal (teleplay)

Stars:

David Rasche, Anne-Marie Martin, Harrison Page

Cast

Episode cast overview, first billed only:
David Rasche	...	Sledge Hammer
Anne-Marie Martin	...	Dori Doreau
Harrison Page	...	Captain Trunk
Conchata Ferrell	...	Judge Ida Grim
Gerrit Graham	...	Prosecuting Attorney
David Sederholm	...	R.C. Victor
Ellen Blake	...	Rebecca Manderley
Kurt Paul	...	Coroner Norman Blates
Leslie Morris	...	Officer Majoy
Patti Tippo	...	Officer Daley
Tige Andrews	...	Hugo Victor
Edmund Stoiber
Diane Sainte-Marie	...	Reporter Suzi Shallow
Nathan Walpow	...	Court Reporter
Joe Sikorra

Storyline

Sledge is on trial for the cold-blooded murder of racketeer Hugo Victor. Serving as his own attorney, Sledge sets out to prove his innocence in the face of overwhelming evidence of his guilt.

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Plot Keywords:

flashback | irish brogue | kangaroo court | tv news reporter | courtroom drama | 

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Genres:

Action | Comedy

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Details

Language:

English

Release Date:

21 April 1987 (USA)

Filming Locations:

Valencia Studios - 26030 Avenue Hall, Valencia, California, USA

Company Credits

Production Co:

Alan Spencer Productions, New World Television

Technical Specs

Sound Mix:

Stereo

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.33 : 1

Did You Know?

Goofs

After Sledge has fired his lawyer and he has left the courtroom, he stands before Judge Ida Grim. The Judge asks him who will be his lawyer and that she needs an answer. The lawyer can be seen sitting at the defense table.

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Quotes

Sledge Hammer: I just would like say your Honor, that is a particularly becoming shade of black you're wearing.
Judge Ida Grim: Inspector Hammer, this court will not be influenced by flattery.
Sledge Hammer: Would you rather have cash?

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Connections

References The People's Court (1981)

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