Is It Legal?

Is It Legal? (1995-1998)

EndedScripted showComedy

A British comedy series following the misadventures of a small law firm. The staff includes such characters as the young and eager bumbler Colin, the old and timid bumbler Bob and the stern and unsympathetic office commander Stella. Leading this gang is the completely incompetent Dick Spackman, who breezes through life unaware that his employees can barely handle their own affairs, let alone their clients'.

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Scheduleevery Wednesday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E071979déc. 9, 1998
S03E06Someone Is Lyingdéc. 2, 1998
S03E05New Blokenov. 25, 1998
S03E04Glad to Be Colinnov. 18, 1998
S03E03Big Desk Bobnov. 11, 1998
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Is It Legal?' premiere?

'Is It Legal?' premiered on September 12, 1995.

Who were the main characters in 'Is It Legal?'?

The main characters in 'Is It Legal?' were Stella Phelps, Colin Lotus, Richard Maynard, Bob Birch, and Sarah Love.

What was the genre of 'Is It Legal?'?

'Is It Legal?' was a sitcom.

Where was 'Is It Legal?' set?

'Is It Legal?' was set in the fictional law firm of Lotus, Spackman, and Phelps in Hounslow, West London.

Who created 'Is It Legal?'?

'Is It Legal?' was created by Simon Nye.

How many episodes were there in the first season of 'Is It Legal?'?

The first season of 'Is It Legal?' consisted of 6 episodes.

Which actor played Stella Phelps in 'Is It Legal?'?

Imelda Staunton played the character Stella Phelps in 'Is It Legal?'.

What was the premise of 'Is It Legal?'?

'Is It Legal?' revolved around the daily lives and humorous antics of the lawyers working at the Lotus, Spackman, and Phelps law firm.

Was 'Is It Legal?' critically acclaimed?

'Is It Legal?' received positive reviews from critics and was well-received by audiences.

Did 'Is It Legal?' have a laugh track?

Yes, 'Is It Legal?' incorporated a laugh track into its episodes.

What was the target audience for 'Is It Legal?'?

'Is It Legal?' targeted a general audience, particularly those who enjoyed sitcoms with a legal theme.

Did 'Is It Legal?' win any awards?

'Is It Legal?' was nominated for a British Comedy Award in 1998 for Best TV Comedy.

Did 'Is It Legal?' have any notable guest stars?

Yes, 'Is It Legal?' featured guest appearances from actors such as Hugh Bonneville and Lesley Manville.

How long were the episodes of 'Is It Legal?'?

Each episode of 'Is It Legal?' had a duration of approximately 30 minutes.

Did 'Is It Legal?' have a loyal fanbase?

Yes, 'Is It Legal?' developed a dedicated fanbase during its run.

Was 'Is It Legal?' a hit in the UK?

'Is It Legal?' gained popularity in the UK and became a successful sitcom.

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