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Rating:  - Rumpole of the Bailey - The Complete Series
Rumpole of the Bailey - The Complete Series
DVD set in excellent condition and the entire series was a delight.
Rating:  - Rumpole lives!
The wit and humor of the scourge of the Old Baily lives just as I remember him from my days in England too many years ago. My ear for English accents has lost some of its sensitivity over the years, but there is no doubt that Horace R. remains a classic and memorable leader of subtle British humor. I lift my glass of Chateau Fleet Street in his honor!
Rating: - Like good claret, it only gets better with time...
Leo McKern's understated Rumpole is a joy on every level, especially if you're curious to see the subtleties of British justice. While some episodes are more watchable than others, the performances are universally excellent.
Rating: - One of the best
As a big fan of British comedy and drama, I have to say Rumpole is one of the very best. Production values are only fair, but Leo McKern "is" Rumpole. The superb supporting cast only serves to add to the fun.
Rating: - One of the best
This series is endlessly fascinating and entertaining. Masterfully written by John Mortimer and portrayed by Leo McKern, Rumpole's appeal is unique. To me, the stories give rise to the stark differences in the U.S. and English way of life and justice systems. Both have their deficiencies, of course, but the English system isn't crippled as we are by runaway legal "fees" and endless delays in legal proceedings. Even though the stores deal with very serious matters, the subtle humor throughout is most entertaining.
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