Misleading Cases
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Play S1 E1A court that is frequently presided over by the increasingly amused Mr Justice Swallow and Mr Haddock's long-suffering adversary Sir Joshua Hoot QC.
Cast: Alastair Sim, Roy Dotrice, Thorley Walters
12HDCC
6 episodes
- 1. The Negotiable CowArgumentative old Cuss Albert Haddock proves that a cheque written on the side of a cow is legal tender.12CC30minJun 20, 1967
- 2. Is a Golfer a Gentleman?Haddock plays a terrible round of golf, resulting in a public display of swearing that leads to him being charged under the Profane Oaths Act, which carries large fines for gentlemen. He sets out to prove that playing golf reduces a gentleman to act a fool, and that while playing, he is not legally a gentleman.12CC30minJun 27, 1967
- 3. Port to PortHaddock has an altercation with a motorist is driving along the Mall while it is inundated, and Haddock in a small boat. The Law of the Road and the Law of the Sea conflict when giving way, the motorist is deflected off the road, and his vehicle is 'drowned' by entering deeper water. Naturally, a case ensues.12CC30minJul 4, 1967
- 4. The Last GlassNo synopsis available yet.12CC30minJul 11, 1967
- 5. The Whale CaseNo synopsis available yet.12CC30minJul 18, 1967
- 6. Is Britain a Free Country?To prove that he is still fighting fit, Haddock jumps into the Thames from Hammersmith Bridge. Found guilty on two charges, he must defend himself, on appeal, from charges of obstruction and spoiling a Regatta.12CC30minJul 25, 1967
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A court that is frequently presided over by the increasingly amused Mr Justice Swallow and Mr Haddock's long-suffering adversary Sir Joshua Hoot QC.
Creators and cast
- Created by
- A.P. Herbert
- Studio
- BBC
Maturity rating
12Check the rating before watching with younger viewers.
Audio languages
English
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