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Court Is in Session

Witnesses, gavel, twist.

Courtroom drama and legal traps — testimony, cross-examination, and verdicts that don’t always feel like justice.

20 on this page · 85+ matching in catalog

  1. Ports of Call

    Portugal

    Tuesday, September 20, 2089 · 28:14 · Ep 8074

    The episode explores the rich history and culture of Portugal, highlighting its scenic beauty and significant past. It delves into the romantic tragedy of Don Pedro and Inés de Castro amidst the backdrop of Portugal's maritime legacy.

    • Melancholy
    • Romance
    • Murder
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
  2. The Devil and Mr O

    No Escape

    Friday, November 19, 1971 · 29:14 · Ep 10

    In No Escape, Mr. O presents a tale of revenge and courtroom drama as a man grapples with the murder of his wife and the man he believes is responsible. With the jury's verdict looming, he seeks a violent resolution to his anguish.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
  3. Suspense

    Murder Is a Matter of Opinion

    Sunday, August 20, 1961 · 23:51 · Ep 889

    Two brothers at law school engage in a dangerous game to prove a point about capital punishment, but their mock murder takes a deadly turn when real bullets are involved.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  4. Gunsmoke

    The Trial

    Sunday, March 22, 1959 · 23:31 · Ep 363

    A new judge arrives in Dodge City, bringing with him a case involving murder and a robbery of $10,000. U.S. Marshal Matt Dillon must navigate the complexities of justice in a lawless land.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Courtroom
    • Drama
  5. Luke Slaughter of Tombstone

    Heritage

    Sunday, May 11, 1958 · 25:20 · Ep 11

    Luke Slaughter, a respected cattleman and former cavalryman, faces a moral dilemma when tasked with transporting four Apache prisoners to trial. As tensions rise, he must navigate the complexities of justice in a lawless land.

    • Tense
    • Courtroom
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  6. Secrets of Scotland Yard

    One Man Too Many

    Tuesday, February 12, 1957 · 28:00 · Ep 43

    In One Man Too Many, a love triangle involving a married couple and a man named John Derren leads to a deadly confrontation. The stakes rise as the truth behind a murder becomes entangled in courtroom drama.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Romance
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
  7. 21st Precinct

    The Book

    Wednesday, June 9, 1954 · 28:15 · Ep 48

    A rookie cop, Patrolman Cochran, faces a critical moment on his first day when he refuses an FBI agent's request to interview a prisoner. The stakes rise as he must navigate the complexities of police protocol and the expectations of his superiors.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Courtroom
    • Drama
  8. The Lone Ranger

    Fair Trial

    Wednesday, November 12, 1952 · 29:15 · Ep 3094

    The Lone Ranger investigates a corrupt judge and a murder accusation against Johnny Morton. With the odds stacked against him, Johnny's fate hangs in the balance as the masked hero seeks justice.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Courtroom
    • Crime
    • Drama
  9. The Black Museum

    The Sheet ( Spotted Bedsheet)

    Tuesday, October 21, 1952 · 23:46 · Ep 43

    In The Sheet, a seemingly ordinary bed sheet becomes the centerpiece of a murder investigation aboard the steamship Bengal Tower. As the story unfolds, the stakes rise when a young woman is found dead, leading to a tense courtroom drama.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Courtroom
    • Crime
    • Psychological
  10. Cavalcade of America

    The Case of Harold Thomas

    Tuesday, February 27, 1951 · 24:49 · Ep 689

    A lawyer from the legal aid society defends Harold Thomas, a man accused of armed robbery. Thomas insists he is innocent and claims he is being framed over a debt dispute.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  11. Whistler

    Clock on the Tower

    Sunday, December 10, 1950 · 29:20 · Ep 445

    Joe Brill faces execution for the murder of his wife, Martha, but his attorney believes a lead on a missing suspect could save him. With only hours left, the stakes are high as they race against time to uncover the truth.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
    • Noir
  12. Philip Marlowe, The Adventures of

    The Quiet Magpie

    Friday, August 11, 1950 · 29:48 · Ep 96

    Philip Marlowe investigates the murder of Homer Callaway, whose son Vincent is accused of the crime. As the trial unfolds, Marlowe seeks to uncover the truth behind the family's dark secrets.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
  13. Dr. Kildare

    Terry Murphy's Hearing Problem

    Wednesday, April 19, 1950 · 26:40 · Ep 12

    Dr. Kildare helps a young boy, Terry Murphy, who has stolen a revolver and is facing trial in juvenile court. As Kildare navigates the complexities of the case, he seeks to understand the deeper issues affecting Terry's behavior.

    • Tense
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Courtroom
    • Drama
  14. Escape

    The Man Who Won the War

    Tuesday, February 28, 1950 · 28:56 · Ep 100

    A naval officer's treason conviction is reexamined ten years after World War I, revealing a tale of heroism and sacrifice. The stakes rise as new evidence surfaces that could clear his name.

    • Tense
    • War
    • Crime
    • Courtroom
    • Drama
  15. Frontier Town

    9 The Opening of Tioga Reserve

    Saturday, March 19, 1949 · 28:10 · Ep 12

    Chad Remington, the only lawyer in Dos Rios, defends a sheep herder accused of murder after a banker is found dead. As tensions rise, Chad races against time to uncover the truth and save an innocent man.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Courtroom
    • Drama
  16. Claudia

    Claudia In Court

    Friday, March 18, 1949 · 14:21 · Ep 385

    Claudia faces a court summons for making an illegal U-turn, and her husband David accompanies her to the courthouse. As they navigate the proceedings, Claudia's nerves and humor shine through amidst the seriousness of the situation.

    • Comic
    • Courtroom
    • Crime
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  17. Casey, Crime Photographer

    Acquitted

    Thursday, July 3, 1947 · 29:57 · Ep 192

    Big Mike Ryan faces suspension after an altercation with Lenny Waldo, who is later found dead. As the prime suspect, Ryan must navigate the courtroom drama to clear his name.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Crime
    • Courtroom
    • Drama
  18. Academy Award Theater

    The Prisoner of Zenda

    Wednesday, July 17, 1946 · Ep 17

    In The Prisoner of Zenda, Rudolf Rassendow finds himself in a royal predicament when he is mistaken for the king of a small European country. As political intrigue unfolds, he must navigate the dangers of deception and loyalty.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Revenge
    • Courtroom
    • Mistaken identity
  19. Molle' Mystery Theater

    Witness for the Prosecution AFRS MystPhs

    Friday, May 31, 1946 · 25:17 · Ep 125

    In Witness for the Prosecution, a man is accused of murdering an elderly woman who changed her will to leave him her fortune. As the trial unfolds, shocking revelations about loyalty and betrayal come to light.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
    • Drama
  20. Mystery House

    Death House Blues

    Sunday, October 7, 1945 · 26:13 · Ep 86

    In Death House Blues, criminal lawyer Terry Rogan confronts Governor Burruss in a tense debate over the impending execution of Eddie Banks, a man he believes is innocent. As the clock ticks down, Rogan fights against political motives to save his client from the electric chair.

    • Tense
    • Murder
    • Courtroom
    • Psychological
    • Drama

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