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Unbelievable is a rare true crime series that centers entirely on the experience of the victim. Based on a true story, it follows a young woman who is charged with lying about being raped, and the two...

Based on Michael Connelly's novel, 'The Lincoln Lawyer' follows Mickey Haller, a defense attorney who operates out of his Lincoln Town Car. He takes on a variety of cases, often representing clients w...

Ace Attorney: Phoenix Wright: Ace Attorney revolutionized the visual novel genre by incorporating courtroom investigation and trial gameplay. Players take on the role of Phoenix Wright, a defense atto...

Dorothy Allisons 1996 memoir recounts her brothers false confession to a murder and her subsequent decision to take the blame to protect her family. The book is a harrowing exploration of poverty, abu...

Aaron Sorkin is celebrated for his signature style of rapid-fire dialogue, complex characters, and intricate plotting. His screenplays for films like *The Social Network*, *The American President*, an...

Extraordinary Attorney Woo (2022) follows a brilliant young lawyer with autism spectrum disorder as she navigates the challenges of the legal world. The drama sensitively portrays Woos unique perspect...

'Just Mercy' tells the true story of Bryan Stevenson, a young lawyer who dedicates his career to defending wrongly convicted individuals on death row. The film powerfully portrays the systemic racism...

Suits centers on a brilliant college dropout who lands a job as a lawyer at a prestigious New York law firm, despite not having a law degree. The shows appeal lies in its fast-paced dialogue, charisma...

This anthology series focuses on the infamous 1995 trial of O.J. Simpson, accused of the murders of Nicole Brown Simpson and Ronald Goldman. The series meticulously recreates the courtroom proceedings...

Damages is a legal thriller centered on a high-powered litigation attorney, Patty Hewes, and her protégé, Ellen Parsons. The show is known for its complex, non-linear plotlines and morally ambiguous c...

The Rainmaker follows Rudy Baylor, a struggling lawyer who takes on a case against a powerful insurance company accused of covering up a medical malpractice incident. The film is a fast-paced and inte...

Defending Jacob is a gripping legal drama centered on a lawyer whose son is accused of murder. Chris Evans delivers a powerful performance as the father desperately trying to prove his sons innocence....

The Defenders brings together the street-level heroes of the Marvel Netflix universe for a single team-up event. While it features a mix of different fighting styles, the choreography is often inconsi...

A landmark film that brought the AIDS crisis and workplace discrimination to the forefront of American consciousness. Tom Hanks plays a lawyer fired from his firm after they discover he has AIDS, and...

Hyena (2020) is a historical drama that blends legal proceedings with political intrigue during the Joseon dynasty. It follows a skilled lawyer who navigates the treacherous world of the court, fighti...

Shark is a gritty legal drama starring James Woods as a high-profile defense attorney who switches sides to become a prosecutor. The show is known for its intense, often abrasive, lead character and i...

The People v. O.J. Simpson is a gripping, highly entertaining dramatization of the 'Trial of the Century.' It explores the trial from the perspective of both the prosecution and the defense, highlight...

Drop Dead Diva is a unique blend of legal drama and fantasy, following a shallow model who finds her consciousness transferred into the body of a brilliant, plus-size lawyer. The show explores themes...

The Judge centers on a lawyer who must defend his estranged father, a judge, in a murder case. The film explores the complex relationship between father and son, as well as the challenges of navigatin...

Matlock portrays a folksy, small-town lawyer who consistently outsmarts his opponents in high-profile cases. The show's charm lies in its simplicity and the endearing personality of its protagonist. W...

Street Legal is a Canadian legal drama series that ran for multiple iterations. It follows the cases of lawyers working at a Toronto law firm, often dealing with complex criminal and civil matters. Th...

Anatomy of a Scandal is a British legal drama and thriller centered around a prominent politician accused of a shocking crime. The series explores themes of power, privilege, and the complexities of t...

Michael Millers 1998 film depicts a lawyer taking on a massive class-action lawsuit against a chemical company. Gene Hackman portrays the seasoned attorney battling a powerful corporation. The film ex...

Harry's Law follows Harriet Hayes, a quirky and unconventional lawyer who assembles a team of equally eccentric attorneys to fight for justice. The show is known for its unique characters and its ofte...

A Fall From Grace (2020) is a legal drama and mystery centered around a woman who is wrongly convicted of murder and seeks to clear her name. The film explores themes of betrayal, redemption, and the...

Paul Newman delivers one of his finest performances as Frank Galvin, an alcoholic, washed-up lawyer who takes on a medical malpractice case to redeem his career and his soul. Unlike many courtroom dra...

Justice, the French duo of Gaspard Augé and Xavier de Rosnay, are known for their high-energy, rock-infused electronic music. Their sound is characterized by distorted synths, heavy compression, and a...

The Last Defense is a documentary series that follows individuals seeking to overturn wrongful convictions. The series provides a behind-the-scenes look at the appeals process and the challenges faced...

While primarily a procedural crime drama, 'Criminal Minds: Beyond Borders' frequently features courtroom scenes and legal proceedings as the FBI agents work to bring international criminals to justice...

Philly Law centered on a family of lawyers working in Philadelphia, tackling both criminal and civil cases. The show attempted to blend family dynamics with legal drama, but it struggled to find a con...

Tribeca, a 1990s legal drama, centered on a New York City law firm specializing in high-profile cases. The show attempted to blend legal drama with personal storylines, but it struggled to find a cons...

Beyond Suspicion was a short-lived legal drama that followed a district attorney and a police detective as they investigated crimes and prepared for trial. The show attempted to blend legal and police...