(Shadow of the Noose)

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.

Countries:

United Kingdom

Genres:

Drama

Networks:

BBC One

Year:

1989

Production companies:

BBC

Actors:

Sir Edward Marshall Hall

Edgar Bowker

Crews:

Producer

Executive Producer

Original Music Composer

Editor

Production Design