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Rumpole of the Bailey
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Rumpole of the Bailey (1992)

8.4

Rumpole of the Bailey is a comedy-drama TV show set in London, England. Horace Rumpole, a witty barrister and World War Two veteran, takes on diverse cases at the Old Bailey. He navigates through legal proceedings, often dealing with criminal and mysterious situations. Alongside his diamond stud, Rumpole's sharp mind and unconventional style make him a formidable presence in the courtroom. The show explores themes of justice, relationships, and the complexities of the legal system.

Will Shakespeare, also known as Life of Shakespeare and William Shakespeare: His Life & Times, was a 1978 historical drama series created and written by John Mortimer. Broadcast in six parts, the series is a dramatisation of the life and times of the great poet William Shakespeare played by Tim Curry, and was co-produced by Lew Grade's ATV and RAI and distributed internationally by ITC. The two production companies had collaborated successfully before on Jesus of Nazareth the previous year.

Don Quixote
Movie

Don Quixote(2000)

6.1
139Minutes

In this adventure-comedy movie, a deluded gentleman named Don Quixote tilts at windmills, mistaking them for giants. He is accompanied by his loyal companion Sancho Panza. The film is a satire that is based on the novel 'Don Quixote' and explores themes of chivalry, imagination, and reality. It is a foreign language adaptation that showcases the eccentricities of the main characters as they encounter various comedic situations. Wine also plays a significant role in the story.

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Cider with Rosie
Movie

Cider with Rosie(1998)

6.3
NR
102Minutes

Made by Carlton Television for ITV (UK) , this adaptation of Laurie Lee's autobiographical novel follows a young man's maturation in the country town of Gloucestershire near the end of World War I. As young Laurie (Dashiell Reece) comes of age under the protective eye of his mother (Juliet Stevenson), he learns to live with an eccentric collection of friends, neighbours, and relatives. As he enters his teenage years, Laurie (now played by Joe Roberts) discovers women, specifically Rosie Burdock (Lia Barrow). Veteran screenwriter John Mortimer adapted Lee's book, with Lee narrating.

A Flea in Her Ear
Movie

A Flea in Her Ear(1968)

5.5
NC_17
94Minutes
The Dock Brief
Movie

The Dock Brief(1957)

51Minutes

This hilarious one-act play by John Mortimer (creator of Rumpole of the Bailey) is the story of a highly incompetent lawyer preparing to defend a man who, by his own admission, is guilty of murdering his wife. Starring Sir Michael Hordern (Gandhi, How I Won the War), two-time Tony winner George Rose (My Fair Lady), and Leueen MacGrath (who with George S. Kaufman co-wrote Silk Stockings).

Edwin
Movie

Edwin(1984)

6.7
90Minutes

Touching comedy about a high court judge, now retired to his English countryside home, who resolves to end years of suspicion about his wife's fidelity and the true paternity of their son.

Lunch Hour
Movie

Lunch Hour(1963)

6.4
64Minutes
Back to Back
Movie

Back to Back(1963)

7.9
105Minutes

A hilarious and heartwarming comedy drama that unfolds backstage during a high-stakes theater production. The cast and crew face numerous challenges, including temperamental actors, romantic entanglements, and unexpected plot twists. As tensions rise, the show must go on, leading to a memorable performance that leaves the audience entertained and touched.

A Voyage Round My Father
Movie

A Voyage Round My Father(1982)

7.2
NR
90Minutes

A successful lawyer struck with blindness in middle age continues his battles in the courtroom with the assistance of his family. As his son deals with bitter memories of their relationship, he also seeks his father's respect and love and in the process learns to love in return.

Bermondsey
Movie

Bermondsey(1972)

35Minutes

John Mortimer's play about the tangled love life of an East London pub landlord.

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Rumpole's Return
Movie

Rumpole's Return(1980)

8
NR
109Minutes

Rumpole, a renowned criminal defense barrister, returns to the courtroom after a hiatus. As he takes on new cases, he encounters a wide range of criminal activities, including murder, obscenity, and religious cults. With his sharp wit and unconventional methods, Rumpole navigates the complexities of the legal system to defend his clients and seek justice.

Maschenka
Movie

Maschenka(1987)

6.6
103Minutes

Film adaptation of Vladimir Nabokov's debut novel, 'Mary'.

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John Mortimer

Sir John Clifford Mortimer CBE QC FRSL was an English barrister, dramatist, screenwriter, and author. Mortimer was a prolific writer for the theatre, films (starting during World War II, when he wrote scripts for the Crown Film Unit), television and radio. He also wrote fiction and was a trial attorney for more than 30 years.

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