
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.
| Created By | Richard Cooper | |
|---|---|---|
| Status | Ended | |
| Original Name | Shadow of the Noose | |
| First Air Date | February 28, 1989 | |
| Last Air Date | April 18, 1989 | |
| Seasons | 1 | |
| Episodes | 8 | |
| Episode Runtime | 0min | |
| Language | English | |
| Original Language | English | |
| Production Countries | United Kingdom | |
| Production Companies | BBC | |
| Networks | BBC One | |