Crown Court

Crown Court (1972-1975)

EndedScripted showDrama, Legal

Crown Court ran on ITV from 1972 to 1984.

The twist was that though the cases were fictional, the jurors were real people drawn from a Granada TV afternoon audience, a hybrid format that feels strangely contemporary in the modern age of 'reality TV' and observational documentaries. The show was broadcast three afternoons a week, each story falling neatly into three episodes of prosecution, defence and verdict.

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1978-01-12Meeting Place (3)Jan 12, 1978
1978-01-11Meeting Place (2)Jan 11, 1978
1978-01-10Meeting Place (1)Jan 10, 1978
1977-12-22An Upward Fall (3)Dec 22, 1977
1977-12-21An Upward Fall (2)Dec 21, 1977
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What year did Crown Court premiere?

Crown Court premiered in the year 1972.

What was Crown Court about?

Crown Court was a British television courtroom drama series that followed different criminal cases from arraignment to verdict.

Who played the role of the Judge in Crown Court?

The role of the Judge in Crown Court was played by various actors throughout the series, including Donald Hewlett and John Barron.

How many episodes of Crown Court were produced?

878 episodes of Crown Court were produced.

Who created Crown Court?

Crown Court was created by Peter Cregeen.

How long was an average episode of Crown Court?

An average episode of Crown Court was around 30 minutes long.

How many cases were heard in each episode of Crown Court?

Each episode of Crown Court featured only one case that was heard from start to finish.

Was Crown Court filmed in a real courtroom?

Yes, Crown Court was filmed in a real courtroom at the former St Pancras Town Hall in London.

Was Crown Court based on actual cases?

No, Crown Court was not based on actual cases but some of the cases were inspired by real-life events.

What was the format of a typical episode of Crown Court?

A typical episode of Crown Court features the arraignment, the trial, and the verdict of a single case.

Were the actors on Crown Court real lawyers?

No, the actors on Crown Court were not real lawyers but trained actors.

Was Crown Court a popular show during its time?

Yes, Crown Court was a popular show during its time and was praised for its realistic portrayal of the legal system.

Did Crown Court win any major awards?

Yes, Crown Court won the British Academy Television Award for Best Drama Series in 1974.

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