The Paper Chase

The Paper Chase (1978-1986)

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"The study of law is something new and unfamiliar to most of you, unlike any other schooling you have ever known before. You teach yourselves the law, but I train your minds. You come in here with a skull full of mush and, if you survive, you leave thinking like a lawyer".

In this series based on the movie of the same name, law students deal with the ethical issues of the law while dealing with their personal lives.

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Scheduleevery Friday at 20:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S04E05GraduationMay 2, 1986
S04E03Suppressed DesiresApr 25, 1986
S04E04HonorMar 28, 1986
S04E02Mistaken IdentityMar 28, 1986
S04E01A Wounded HartFeb 1, 1986
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

What was the premiere date of The Paper Chase?

The Paper Chase premiered on September 9, 1978.

Who played the role of Hart on The Paper Chase?

James Stephens portrayed the character of Hart on The Paper Chase.

Who composed the theme music for The Paper Chase?

John Cacavas composed the theme music for The Paper Chase.

What is the name of the Law School in The Paper Chase?

The Law School in The Paper Chase is named Harvard Law School.

Where was The Paper Chase primarily filmed?

The Paper Chase was primarily filmed at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles.

Who played the role of Fordyce on The Paper Chase?

Tom Fitzsimmons portrayed the character of Fordyce on The Paper Chase.

What is the name of the dormitory that Hart lives in on The Paper Chase?

The dormitory that Hart lives in on The Paper Chase is named Langdell.

Who played the role of Contract Law Professor Charles W. Kingsfield Jr on The Paper Chase?

John Houseman portrayed the character of Contract Law Professor Charles W. Kingsfield Jr on The Paper Chase.

What is the name of the study group that Hart joins on The Paper Chase?

The study group that Hart joins on The Paper Chase is named "The Study Group".

Who played the role of Bell on The Paper Chase?

James Keane portrayed the character of Bell on The Paper Chase.

How many episodes were produced for the first season of The Paper Chase?

Twenty-two episodes were produced for the first season of The Paper Chase.

Who played the role of Mrs. Nottingham on The Paper Chase?

Jeanetta Arnette portrayed the character of Mrs. Nottingham on The Paper Chase.

What was the name of Robert Hart's girlfriend on The Paper Chase?

Robert Hart's girlfriend on The Paper Chase was named Susan.

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Also known as

  • Vida de Estudiante (Spain)

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