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Crown Court is a British television courtroom drama that aired on ITV from 1972 to 1984. Produced by Granada Television, the series presented fictional legal cases set in the Crown Court of the fictional town of Fulchester. Each case unfolded over three episodes broadcast across a single week, featuring a rotating cast of actors as lawyers and defendants. Notably, the series used a jury of ordinary citizens whose real-time deliberations and verdicts determined the outcome of the trial, adding a layer of authenticity to the legal proceedings.
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Crown Court ranks #52 of 143 in the Courtroom Drama ranking, behind Damini, ahead of Matlock (2024).
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How long did the British TV series "Crown Court" originally air?
"Crown Court" was a staple of afternoon television on the ITV network, running continuously from 1972 until 1984. Over its 12-year run, it broadcast hundreds of individual trials.
What was the format of an episode of "Crown Court"?
Each storyline consisted of three half-hour episodes broadcast on consecutive days, covering a fictional trial at the Crown Court of Fulchester. The show famously featured a real-life jury whose members delivered their verdict live at the end of the final episode.
Where was the fictional court located in "Crown Court"?
The show was set at the Fulchester Crown Court, a completely fictional location created specifically for the series. The name "Fulchester" actually originated from the pages of the Daily Mail newspaper before being adopted by the show's producers.
Did "Crown Court" feature any notable actors before they were famous?
Because the show was so long-running and required a massive rotating cast, it became a proving ground for many British actors. Prominent figures like Ben Kingsley, Helen Mirren, and Bob Hoskins all made early career appearances on the series.
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