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JAG 1995

“The defense never rests.”

★ 7.3/10 · 393 votes TV-PG DramaAction & AdventureCrime 10 seasons · 227 eps Ended
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What is JAG?

JAG is an American legal drama television series with a United States Navy theme. Created by Donald P.

Type
TV series
Year
1995
Status
Ended
Episodes
227
First aired
Sep 23, 1995
Last aired
Apr 29, 2005
Original language
EN
Origin
US
Networks
NBC, CBS
Genres
Drama, Action & Adventure, Crime
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⚡ Pacing & Momentum8.7/10
🧠 Narrative Depth9/10
🔄 Rewatch Potential7.7/10
🎬 Production Scale8.2/10
🎯 Bingeable Series #Drama #Action & Adventure #Crime
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JAG is an American legal drama television series with a United States Navy theme. Created by Donald P. Bellisario, the program was produced by Belisarius Productions in association with Paramount Network Television. The series originally aired on NBC. The narrative centers on the Judge Advocate General division, which serves as the elite legal wing of the military responsible for prosecuting and defending personnel accused of military-related crimes. The primary protagonist is Harmon Rabb Jr., a former Navy fighter pilot who transitioned into a career as a lawyer. Alongside his colleague Lieutenant Colonel Sarah Mackenzie, Rabb investigates various cases to uncover the truth. The main cast includes David James Elliott, Catherine Bell, Patrick Labyorteaux, and John M. Jackson. As members of the Judge Advocate General office, these officers navigate the complexities of military law while performing their duties within the division. The series explores the professional and legal challenges faced by these officers as they manage the cases brought before them within the military justice system.

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Should you watch it?

“A former Navy pilot turned attorney navigates high-stakes legal cases within the military's elite JAG division.”

Reasons to watch
  • engaging military legal cases
  • strong professional partnerships
Keep in mind
  • procedural format may feel repetitive

Watch it if you enjoy legal dramas centered on the military justice system.

The series features themes of military law and investigation suitable for general audiences.

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Season 1 · 22 episodes Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →
Season 2 · 15 episodes Open the complete Season 2 guide & lore primer →
Season 3 · 24 episodes Open the complete Season 3 guide & lore primer →
Season 4 · 24 episodes Open the complete Season 4 guide & lore primer →
Season 5 · 25 episodes Open the complete Season 5 guide & lore primer →
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What does JAG stand for?

JAG stands for Judge Advocate General, the military's legal wing.

Who is the main character?

The series follows Harmon Rabb Jr., a former pilot turned lawyer.

Who created the show?

The series was created by Donald P. Bellisario.

What is the premise of the show?

The show focuses on lawyers who prosecute and defend military-related crimes.

Who stars in the series?

The series stars David James Elliott, Catherine Bell, and Patrick Labyorteaux.

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