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Rumpole of the Bailey
Rumpole and The Old, Old Story
Season 4
Episode 1
Following a Scales of Justice dinner, Rumpole, a little worse from too much claret, makes a hasty decision. To his surprise, his wife actively encourages him to stick to his new resolve, making life difficult for him both at home and in Chambers.
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50:49
A visit to the dentist starts Rumpole’s day badly and soon he is on trial for contempt.
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50:44
A cousin invites Hilda and Rumpole to visit, but the invitation isn’t purely social.
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50:42
Hilda chases a thief, Rumpole is poised for a success, and Phyllida is set for a new role.
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50:42
Two beautiful women disrupt life, both in Chambers and at Rumpole’s home.
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50:53
Mr. Justice Featherstone may lose his appeal when confessions prove worthless.
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50:40
Rumpole is in unfamiliar surroundings, defending Cary Timson, accused of devil worship.
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50:45
Rumpole goes against his principles and agrees to prosecute a murder suspect.
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50:43
Casanova magazine provides potential evidence to ruin doctors and barristers alike.
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50:27
A judge and a writer build an elaborate theory of murder at sea--which Rumpole unravels.
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50:12
A university Vice Chancellor meets an untimely end; Rumpole uncovers a secret society.
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51:06
When Rumpole hears Mr. Bernard present the case for the defense--should he withdraw?
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50:42
Rumpole discovers the unlikely culprit of a Michelin mouse scandal is not unsanitary.