Philly(TV series)
| Philly | |
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| Genre | Legal drama |
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| Starring | |
| Opening theme | "Philly Theme" byMike Post |
| Composer | Mike Post |
| Country of origin | United States |
| Original language | English |
| No.of seasons | 1 |
| No.of episodes | 22 |
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| Running time | 50 minutes |
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| Original release | |
| Network | ABC |
| Release | September 25, 2001– May 28, 2002 |
Phillyis an Americanlegal dramatelevision series created bySteven Bochcoand Alison Cross, which starredKim Delaneyas defense attorney Kathleen Maguire. The series aired onABCfrom September 25, 2001 to May 28, 2002, broadcasting 22 episodes before it was canceled due to low ratings.
Overview
[edit]Kathleen Maguire is a single mother and partner in a smallPhiladelphialaw firm with Will Froman (Tom Everett Scott). She fights to get her clients out of trouble and deals with professional conflicts arising from her relationship with her ex-husband Dan Cavanaugh (Kyle Secor), the Deputy for Trials. She also starts to date Judge Augustus "Jack" Ripley (James Denton).
Cast
[edit]- Kim Delaneyas Kathleen Maguire, a frank, driven attorney and single mother forced to take on her firm after only a year of practice after her partner has a mental breakdown in court.
- Tom Everett Scottas Will Froman, Kathleen's womanizing law partner
- Rick Hoffmanas Terry Loomis, an ADA whom Kathleen regularly goes up against, and whom she has formed a frenemy relationship with.
- Diana-Maria Rivaas Trish, Kathleen's secretary
- Scotty Leavenworthas Patrick Cavanaugh, Kathleen's young son.
- Kyle Secoras Daniel Cavanaugh, Kathleen's ex-husband, a deputy who is bitter about her leaving him.
Recurring
[edit]- Robert Harperas Judge Irwin Hawes, a slimy, abrasive judge who has frequent run-ins with Kathleen.
- Dena Dietrichas Judge Ellen Armstrong
- James Dentonas Judge Augustus "Jack" Ripley, a judge who Kathleen becomes romantically involved with.
- Kristanna Lokenas Lisa Walensky, an ADA who has an on-again, off-again relationship with Will.
- Veronica Hamelas Judge Marjorie Brennan, the mistress of Will's father, whom Will himself gets involved with.
- Monique Edwards as ADA Teena Davis
- Anne Gee Byrd as Annie Maguire
Notable Guest Stars
[edit]- Joanna Cassidyas Marian Marshall, Kathleen's law partner, who she is forced to take over for after a mental breakdown in the middle of a trial.
- Pauley Perretteas Angela
- Dean Norrisas Detective Duffy
- James Averyas Dean Mark Clivner
- Sharon Lawrenceas Tabitha Davenport, amadamwhose client list includes Judge Hawes. Lawrence had previously co-starred with Delaney onNYPD Blue.
- Zachery Ty Bryanas Brian Lee
- Judd Hirschas Rabbi Nathan Wexler
- Red Buttonsas Murray Klopman
Episodes
[edit]| No. | Title [1] | Directed by [1] | Written by | Original air date | Prod. code [1] |
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| 1 | "Philly"[2] "Prototype" | Kevin Hooks | Story by :Steven Bochco& Alison Cross Teleplay by : Alison Cross | September 25, 2001 | D101 |
| 2 | "Porn Again" | Rick Wallace | Story by : Steven Bochco & Alison Cross Teleplay by : Alison Cross | October 2, 2001 | D102 |
| 3 | "Light My Fire"[2] "Light My Fair" | Peter Werner | Jonathan R. Hiatt | October 9, 2001 | D103 |
| 4 | "Tempus Fugitive" | Rick Wallace | Tom Szentgyorgyi | October 16, 2001 | D105 |
| 5 | "Philly Folly" | Kevin Hooks | Alison Cross | October 23, 2001 | D104 |
| 6 | "Blown Away" | Jeannot Szwarc | Keith Eisner | November 13, 2001 | D106 |
| 7 | "Prisoner of Love" | Kevin Hooks | Story by : Steven Bochco & Alison Cross Teleplay by : Alison Cross | November 20, 2001 | D107 |
| 8 | "Truth or Consequence" | Greg Beeman | Story by : Steven Bochco & Alison Cross & Tom Szentgyorgyi Teleplay by : Tom Szentgyorgyi | November 27, 2001 | D108 |
| 9 | "Loving Sons" | Mark Tinker | Story by : Steven Bochco & Alison Cross & Jonathan R. Hiatt Teleplay by : Jonathan R. Hiatt | December 4, 2001 | D109 |
| 10 | "Fork You Very Much" | Michael M. Robin | Story by : Steven Bochco & Alison Cross & Keith Eisner Teleplay by : Keith Eisner | December 11, 2001 | D110 |
| 11 | "Live and Leg Die" | Michael Schultz | Story by : Steven Bochco & Alison Cross & Tom Szentgyorgyi & Jonathan R. Hiatt Teleplay by : Tom Szentgyorgyi & Jonathan R. Hiatt | December 18, 2001 | D111 |
| 12 | "The Curse of the Klopman Diamonds" | Joe Ann Fogle | Story by : Steven Bochco & Alison Cross & Keith Eisner Teleplay by : Keith Eisner | January 8, 2002 | D112 |
| 13 | "Ripley, Believe It or Not" | Rick Wallace | Alison Cross | January 15, 2002 | D113 |
| 14 | "Meat Me in Philly" | Charles Haid | Story by : Steven Bochco & Alison Cross & Tom Szentgyorgyi Teleplay by : Tom Szentgyorgyi | February 5, 2002 | D114 |
| 15 | "Lies of Minelli" | Roy Campanella II | Story by : Steven Bochco & Alison Cross & Jonathan R. Hiatt Teleplay by : Jonathan R. Hiatt | February 26, 2002 | D115 |
| 16 | "Here Comes the Judge" | Michael Switzer | Story by : Steven Bochco & Alison Cross & Keith Eisner Teleplay by : Keith Eisner | March 5, 2002 | D116 |
| 17 | "There's No Business Like No Business" | Rick Wallace | Michael Rhodes | March 12, 2002 | D117 |
| 18 | "Brotherly Love" | Kevin Hooks | Story by : Steven Bochco & Alison Cross Teleplay by : Alison Cross | March 19, 2002 | D118 |
| 19 | "San Diego Padre" | Michael Switzer | Story by : Steven Bochco & Tom Szentgyorgyi Teleplay by : Tom Szentgyorgyi | April 16, 2002 | D119 |
| 20 | "Tall Tales" | Jesse Bochco | Story by : Steven Bochco & Keith Eisner Teleplay by : Keith Eisner | April 23, 2002 | D120 |
| 21 | "Thanks for the Mammaries" | Joe Ann Fogle | Cheri Taylor | April 23, 2002 | D121 |
| 22 | "Mojo Rising" | Rick Wallace | Alison Cross & Jonathan R. Hiatt | May 28, 2002 | D122 |
Production
[edit]As Stephen Bochco had been developing a legal series, he was beginning to become weary ofNYPD Blue.Feeling she was underutilized on the show, Bocho offered the lead role to cast member Delaney, who accepted.[3]In March 2001, Scott and Hoffman were cast beside Delaney.[4]ABC ordered the pilot to series in May, and Delaney officially departedNYPD Blue.[5]Based on strong ratings, ABC ordered a full season in November.[6]However, ratings declined over the season, and ABC officially canceled the series at its annual upfronts in May 2002.[7]
Broadcast
[edit]The complete series has not been released on DVD by CBS DVD, but is for purchase to stream by episode or the entire season on Amazon Prime.[citation needed]The series briefly aired in syndication onUniversal HDin 2008.[citation needed]
Reception
[edit]The series received mixed reviews from critics.Ken TuckerofEntertainment Weeklygave the series a grade of "C", stating that the show "is like biting into a cold, stale version of the city's famous cheese steak — it gives you a lot to chew on, but it's pretty greasy, gummy fare."[8]Phil Gallo atVarietygave a lukewarm review of the series, positively reviewing Delaney, but noting the show "lacked a distinctive tone".[9]
References
[edit]- ^abcFrom the United States Copyright Office catalog:"Public Catalog - Copyright Catalog (1978 to present) - Basic Search [search:" Philly: no. "]".United States Copyright Office.Retrieved2018-01-16.
- ^abFrom the Writers Guild of America, West catalog:"Signatory Project Confirmation [search:" Philly "]".Writers Guild of America, West.Retrieved2018-01-16.
- ^Gallo, Phil (November 13, 2001)."Married to the job".Variety.RetrievedJune 17,2020.
- ^Feiwell, Jill (March 21, 2001)."Rick Hoffman, Tom Everett Scott".Variety.RetrievedJune 17,2020.
- ^Adalian, Josef; Bernstein, Paula (May 13, 2001)."ABC plays the drama game".Variety.RetrievedJune 17,2020.
- ^Adalian, Josef (November 25, 2001)."ABC fills up on 'Philly'".Variety.RetrievedJune 16,2001.
- ^Adalian, Josef (May 12, 2002)."ABC adding slew of new shows".Variety.RetrievedJune 17,2020.
- ^Ken Tucker (October 23, 2001)."Philly".Entertainment Weekly.Retrieved2017-01-16.
- ^Gallo, Phil (September 23, 2001)."Philly".Variety.RetrievedJune 17,2020.
External links
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- 2001 American television series debuts
- 2002 American television series endings
- 2000s American drama television series
- 2000s American legal television series
- American English-language television shows
- Television series by CBS Studios
- Television shows set in Philadelphia
- Television series created by Steven Bochco
- American Broadcasting Company television dramas