The Law and Mr. Jones

The Law and Mr. Jones (1960-1962)

EndedScripted showDrama, Crime

The Law and Mr. Jones was a crime drama that aired on ABC from 1960-1962.

The series followed Abraham Lincoln Jones, an upstanding lawyer who handles cases involving white-collar offenses and tries to help the underprivileged, with assistance from his clerk and his secretary.

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Scheduleevery Thursday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S02E13Poor Eddie's DeadJuli 12, 1962
S02E12My Worthy ColleagueJuli 5, 1962
S02E11C'est La Show BizJuni 28, 1962
S02E10What Can You Learn from Smoke Signals?Juni 21, 1962
S02E09Thicker Than WaterJuni 14, 1962
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'The Law and Mr. Jones' premiere?

'The Law and Mr. Jones' premiered on October 7, 1960.

Who were the main characters in 'The Law and Mr. Jones'?

The main characters in 'The Law and Mr. Jones' were Charles Jones, played by James Whitmore, and Abraham Lincoln Jones, played by Conlan Carter.

What was the premise of 'The Law and Mr. Jones'?

'The Law and Mr. Jones' followed the story of a lawyer named Charles Jones, who takes in a young African-American law student named Abraham Lincoln Jones as his assistant.

Who created 'The Law and Mr. Jones'?

'The Law and Mr. Jones' was created by Sidney Kingsley.

How many episodes were there in 'The Law and Mr. Jones'?

'The Law and Mr. Jones' had a total of 29 episodes.

What was the genre of 'The Law and Mr. Jones'?

'The Law and Mr. Jones' was a legal drama television series.

Where was 'The Law and Mr. Jones' set?

'The Law and Mr. Jones' was set in New York City.

Did 'The Law and Mr. Jones' receive any awards?

Yes, 'The Law and Mr. Jones' won a Golden Globe Award for Best TV Show in 1961.

Who directed the episodes of 'The Law and Mr. Jones'?

The episodes of 'The Law and Mr. Jones' were directed by various directors, including Paul Bogart, John Erman, and John Newland.

Was 'The Law and Mr. Jones' based on a book?

No, 'The Law and Mr. Jones' was not based on a book. It was an original television series.

Did 'The Law and Mr. Jones' have a recurring villain?

Yes, 'The Law and Mr. Jones' had a recurring character named Walter B. Metcalf, who was portrayed as a corrupt politician.

Were there any notable guest stars on 'The Law and Mr. Jones'?

Yes, 'The Law and Mr. Jones' featured guest appearances by actors such as Telly Savalas, Jack Klugman, and Martin Balsam.

Did 'The Law and Mr. Jones' tackle social issues?

Yes, 'The Law and Mr. Jones' often addressed social issues of the time, including racial inequality and civil rights.

What was the time slot for 'The Law and Mr. Jones'?

'The Law and Mr. Jones' aired on Fridays at 9:00 PM.

Was 'The Law and Mr. Jones' critically acclaimed?

'The Law and Mr. Jones' received positive reviews from critics and was praised for its realistic portrayal of the legal profession.

Did 'The Law and Mr. Jones' have a memorable theme song?

Yes, 'The Law and Mr. Jones' had a memorable theme song composed by Jerry Goldsmith.

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