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Equal Justice 1990

★ 6.8/10 NR Drama 2 seasons · 27 eps Ended
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What is Equal Justice?

Equal Justice is a television series first released in 1990. Catalogued under Drama.

Type
TV series
Year
1990
Status
Ended
Episodes
27
Runtime
60 minutes
First aired
Mar 27, 1990
Networks
ABC
Genres
Drama
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⚡ Pacing & Momentum7.7/10
🧠 Narrative Depth8.8/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
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Overview

Equal Justice is a television series first released in 1990. Catalogued under Drama. Produced and broadcast by ABC. Current status: Ended. Spans 2 seasons and 27 tracked episodes.

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Should you watch it?

“A gritty courtroom drama follows Pittsburgh prosecutors navigating justice and personal turmoil.”

Reasons to watch
  • Critically acclaimed legal storytelling
  • Ensemble cast featuring early performances by notable actors
  • Insightful look at a district attorney's challenges
Keep in mind
  • Only two seasons left many storylines unresolved
  • Low viewership may reflect dated pacing

Watch it if you enjoy character-driven legal dramas set in a Midwestern city.

The series presents mature courtroom and personal themes, suitable for adult audiences.

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Season 1 · 14 episodes
Season 2 · 13 episodes
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Frequently asked questions

When did Equal Justice originally air?

It aired on ABC from March 27, 1990 to July 3, 1991.

What is the premise of the series?

It follows the professional and personal lives of prosecutors in the Pittsburgh district attorney's office.

Who are some of the notable cast members?

The series stars George DiCenzo, Cotter Smith, Kathleen Lloyd, Jane Kaczmarek, Sarah Jessica Parker, Barry Miller, Joe Morton, James Wilder, Jon Tenney, and Debrah Farentino.

How many seasons did the show run?

It ran for two seasons before being cancelled.

Why was the series cancelled despite critical praise?

Although it earned critical acclaim, low ratings led to its cancellation after two seasons.

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