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L.A. Law

1986 · 8 Seasons · Ended

Drama, War & Politics

L.A. Law is an American television legal drama series that ran for eight seasons on NBC from September 15, 1986, to May 19, 1994. Created by Steven Bochco and Terry Louise Fisher, it contained many of Bochco's trademark features including a large number of parallel storylines, social drama and off-the-wall humor. It reflected the social and cultural ideologies of the 1980s and early 1990s, and many of the cases featured on the show dealt with hot-topic issues such as abortion, racism, gay rights, homophobia, sexual harassment, AIDS, and domestic violence. The series often also reflected social tensions between the wealthy senior lawyer protagonists and their less well-paid junior staff. The show was popular with audiences and critics, and won 15 Emmy Awards throughout its run, four of which were for Outstanding Drama Series.

Ratings

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7.1 The Movie Database
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Where to stream L.A. Law

Streaming now in the United States on Hulu.

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Top cast and crew

Steven Bochco Creator
TL Terry Louise Fisher Creator
Corbin Bernsen Arnie Becker
Jill Eikenberry Ann Kelsey
Alan Rachins Douglas Brackman
Michael Tucker Stuart Markowitz
Blair Underwood Jonathan Rollins
Larry Drake Benny Stulwicz
John Spencer Tommy Mullaney
A Martinez Daniel Morales
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Frequently asked questions about L.A. Law

Where can I watch L.A. Law in the United States?

L.A. Law is available to stream on Hulu in the United States. Streaming availability is provided by JustWatch and can change over time.

Is L.A. Law on Hulu?

Yes. L.A. Law is streaming on Hulu in the United States.

Can I watch L.A. Law for free?

Not free in the United States right now. L.A. Law needs a subscription to Hulu.

What are the ratings for L.A. Law?

L.A. Law scores 7.1 on The Movie Database.

Who stars in L.A. Law?

L.A. Law stars Corbin Bernsen, Jill Eikenberry, Alan Rachins, Michael Tucker, and Blair Underwood. Steven Bochco is the creator and Terry Louise Fisher is the creator.

How many seasons of L.A. Law are there?

L.A. Law has 8 seasons and 171 episodes, and is ended.

What network is L.A. Law on?

L.A. Law airs on NBC, and is produced by 20th Century Fox Television and Steven Bochco Productions.

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