TV series

Murder One

Name: Murder One
Released: 1995
Cast: Anthony LaPaglia, Mary McCormack, Michael Hayden, J.C. MacKenzie, Barbara Bosson

1995–1997· 2 seasons· 47 min episodesTV-MA★ 7.7Canceled

On ABC — From Steven Bochco Productions · 20th Century Fox Television

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Synopsis

Theodore 'Teddy' Hoffman is a highly-regarded defense attorney in a prestigious Los Angeles law firm. Having successfully defended the wealthy but suspicious Richard Cross in a much-publicised murder trial, he is now involved in the defense of Neil Avedon, a famous young actor who has been suffering from severe drug and alcohol problems - and has been charged with the murder for which Cross was acquitted.

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murder lawyer courtroom defense attorney law firm criminal lawyer legal drama celebrity client

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E1 Chapter OneNext upSep 20, 1995 · 45 min
Synopsis
A powerful L.A. entrepreneur (Stanley Tucci) is accused of killing his mistress's 15-year-old sister, Jessica Costello, after she is found "naked, tied up, strangled, [with] drugs all over the place" in an apartment he owns. The murder of Jessica Costello becomes front-page news and the hottest new case for the law firm of Hoffman & Associates.
Guest stars: Patti Yasutake (Reporter #1), Saida Pagan (Reporter #2), Michael Rothhaar (Bill Weingart), Larry Williams (Detective Clark), Michael McCarty (Bar Patron), Larry F. Barrett (Deputy ME), Matt Beck (Police Officer), Elisabeth Harmon-Haid (Reporter #4)
E2 Chapter TwoSep 26, 1995 · 45 min
Synopsis
Hoffman grows suspicious when Cross appears overly confident at his arraignment on the charge of murder; a surprise witness (Tia Carrere) comes forward with new information. Ted Hoffman goes from defending Richard Cross for the murder of Jessica Costello to defending Neil Avedon (Jason Gedrick) , a hot young Hollywood actor, for the same murder.
Guest stars: Jack Shearer (Clifford May), Paul Satterfield (Jake Nichols), Steve Harris (Darryl Jackson), Marnie McPhail (Connie Spirakis), Dion Anderson (Donald Knauf), Leland Orser (Myron Elkins), Andrew Hill Newman (Morey Gross), Steven Barr (Andrew Campagna)
E3 Chapter ThreeOct 3, 1995 · 45 min
Synopsis
A personal item belonging to Jessica Costello surfaces that could incriminate members of the Hollywood community; Avedon's substance abuse creates problems for Hoffman, who selects a new attorney for second chair. Lisa defends an investments specialist on trial for mishandling his clients' life savings.
Guest stars: Adam Scott (Sidney Schneider), Marc McClure (Charles Galbraith), Tony Plana (Julio Salazar), Thomas Kopache (Leland O'Conner), Richard McGonagle (Owen Harris), Paul Lambert (Sam Carter), Oliver Clark (Douglas Harrigan), Claire Jacobs (Reporter #1)
E4 Chapter FourOct 12, 1995 · 45 min
Synopsis
Avedon takes a lie-detector test and is released on bail, but Grasso tries to get the bail revoked because of the incriminating sex tape brought in by Melissa. Meanwhile, Hoffman defends a police detective (Joe Spano) accused of using unnecessary force after responding to a domestic dispute call.
Guest stars: Adam Scott (Sidney Schneider), Oliver Clark (Douglas Harrigan), Zoaunne LeRoy (Clementine Noyce), Anita Finlay (Karen Solis), Markus Flanagan (Paul Ianucci), Robert Neches (William Diamond), Marty Rackham (Donald Ballard), Pat Corley (Marvin Siegalstein)
E5 Chapter FiveOct 19, 1995 · 45 min
Synopsis
Avedon goes to court for his preliminary hearing; Blalock (Kevin Tighe) believes he's found a witness who can discredit Cross's alibi for the night of the murder. Meanwhile, Appleton defends a Jewish youth (Maury Ginsberg) accused of an anti-Semitic hate crime. After a lead in her sister's murder proves deadly, Julie Costello shows up at the law firm to talk to Hoffman, fearing that her own life is now in danger.
Guest stars: James Avery (Nathaniel Alexander), Adam Scott (Sidney Schneider), Warren Frost (Neil Platner), David Zabel (Stuart Lipson), Maury Ginsberg (Jonathan Miller), Gina Gallego (Gina Sanchez), Billy Jayne (Billy McBride), Victor Raider-Wexler (Dr. Cohen)
E6 Chapter SixNov 3, 1995 · 45 min
Synopsis
Hoffman hires Velacek to investigate David Blalock's murder, and he retains an expert jury consultant (Lorraine Toussaint). Meanwhile, Avedon appears in court to see if his bail will be revoked, and Spivak defends a man (Billy Maddox) accused of a murder committed 17 years before. When Julie overdoses on drugs prescribed by Dr. Lester, Hoffman suspects the doctor has ulterior motives for keeping his female patients so heavily sedated.
Guest stars: Kevin Tighe (David Blalock), Peter Onorati (Scotto), Adam Scott (Sidney Schneider), Paul Satterfield (Jake Nichols), Billy Maddox (Kyle Nessen), Michael Leopard (Ron Walters), Will MacMillan (Angus Ramsey), Dean Fortunato (Ronald Linloff)
E7 Chapter SevenNov 10, 1995 · 45 min
Synopsis
Hoffman receives information that Avedon may have confessed to killing Jessica Costello; someone is suspected of leaking facts to the press. Meanwhile, Gillespie defends a 12-year-old gang member (DeJuan Guy) accused of murdering a rival at a funeral.
Guest stars: Adam Scott (Sidney Schneider), Deborah May (Dana Benson), Bradford Tatum (D.A. Barclay), Robin Gammell (Joseph Leyland), Hill Harper (Smooth G), Richard Cummings Jr. (Officer Torres), DeJuan Guy (Little Chill), Samuel Monroe Jr. (Trey)
E8 Chapter EightNov 17, 1995 · 45 min
Synopsis
Avedon plans a live television interview; a surprising source brings forth a videotape that further incriminates Avedon; Julie is arrested for DUI. Meanwhile, Appleton convinces a former patient (Charlotte Ross) of Dr. Lester to share her disturbing experiences with Julie.
Guest stars: Adam Scott (Sidney Schneider), Richard McGonagle (Owen Harris), Lorraine Toussaint (Margaret Stratton), Randy Oglesby (Gordon Pine), Carol Lawrence (Felicia Norell), Barry Kivel (Stan Lerman), Jessica Tuck (Martine Booth), Miriam Flynn (Robin Zeitlan)
E9 Chapter NineJan 1, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
Convinced that Richard Cross is trying to manipulate the outcome of Neil Avedon's murder trail, Hoffman advises Justine to turn down a business opportunity from him.
Guest stars: Brittany Murphy (Diane Carson), Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Bobbie Phillips (Julie Costello), Nicolas Surovy (Dan Morrison), Richard Schiff (Stanley Fletcher), Steve Inwood (Walter London), Robert Pine (Howard Resnick), Barry Cullison (Greg Bunt)
E10 Chapter TenJan 9, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
Jury selection begins in Avedon's murder trial, and among the potential jurors are an ex-cop, an ex-marine and a feminist. Meanwhile, a stalker (Debra Christofferson) reappears on Avedon's trail and Francesca (Donna Murphy) considers divorcing Richard. Hoffman faces a rumor that he had an affair with Francesca Cross, a rumor he believes was started by Richard Cross.
Guest stars: Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Lisa Banes (Vivien Barone), Debra Christofferson (Holly Gerges), Frederick Coffin (Wayne Cormier), Lynn Wanlass (Ms. Milligan), Charles Cyphers (Patrick McQueen), Ernie Lee Banks (Postal Worker), Betty McGuire (Woman)
E11 Chapter ElevenJan 16, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
Hoffman tries to get Avedon's charges dropped due to Holly Gerges's confession. Meanwhile, jury selection continues, with a law professor (Steven Gilborn) among those questioned. Hoffman becomes suspicious after Cross asks him to help Roberto Portalegre, an influential associate from Brazil whose son was accused of date rape.
Guest stars: Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Steven Gilborn (Simon Adler), Harry Lennix (David Bronson), Patricia Belcher (Mrs. Harris), Chris Ellis (Mr. Switzer), Angela Scott (Black Female), Juney Smith (Black Male), Javier Grajeda (Latino)
E12 Chapter TwelveJan 23, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
The "Goldilocks Murder" trial begins with opening statements and the prosecution's first witness (Ted Marcoux), who testifies he heard Avedon threaten Jessica. When a member of his family is abducted, Hoffman suspects someone is trying to send him a message about the Avedon murder case and that Cross is somehow involved.Meanwhile, Appleton's business relationship with Cross is questioned.
Guest stars: Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Ted Marcoux (Richard Di Giacomo), Nancy Cassaro (Mona Feigenbaum), Philip Sterling (Frederick Hartman), Mariangela Pino (Gretchen Jankow), Elisabeth Harmon-Haid (Reporter #1), Toni DeRose (Reporter #3), Victor Bevine (Miles Bewkus)
E13 Chapter ThirteenFeb 6, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
Evidence is delivered against Avedon by witnesses who include Dr. Lester's nurse though Hoffman believes she may be lying. Meanwhile, an informant turns up with vital information about Richard Cross; rumors begin circulating about the state of Cross's health. Elizabeth identifies her abductor.
Guest stars: Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Roy Brocksmith (Elliott Matheson), Kathleen York (Cheryl Dreyfuss), Mariangela Pino (Gretchen Jankow), John Carroll Lynch (Carl Bickley), John de Lancie (Mitchell Garron), Ashlee Levitch (Kimberly Savard), Christian Clemenson (Donald Losey)
E14 Chapter FourteenFeb 13, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
A copy of the videotape that may have gotten David Blalock killed surfaces; the woman (Anna Gunn) who appeared to be strangled by Avedon in a sex video testifies. As more evidence comes to light proving Richard Cross lied about his activities the night of Jessica's murder, Hoffman begins experiencing marital problems.
Guest stars: Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Bobbie Phillips (Julie Costello), Charles Cyphers (Patrick McQueen), Anna Gunn (Melissa Griotte), Tia Carrere (Beverly Nichols), Pamela Adlon (Amy Scott), Tamara Clatterbuck (Sabrina Stone), Victor Bevine (Miles Bewkus)
E15 Chapter FifteenFeb 20, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
The murder trial is halted when two male jurors argue over a woman juror as a love triangle is exposed. Judge Bornstein orders that Dr. Lester's records on Avedon be unsealed, forcing the physician to testify; Dr. Lester testifies that Neil Avedon made a startling confession the night Jessica was murdered. Passion develops between Arnold and Julie Costello.
Guest stars: Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Bobbie Phillips (Julie Costello), Charles Cyphers (Patrick McQueen), Nancy Lee Grahn (Connie Dahlgren), Juliana Donald (Julia Antonelli), Lorinne Vozoff (Chief Justice), Dennis Howard (Judge), Tom Knickerbocker (Reporter #1)
E16 Chapter SixteenMar 5, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
After Jessica's diary is entered as evidence, Hoffman calls to the stand some of the men Jessica mentioned in her diary, including Gary Blondo and Rusty Arnold. Meanwhile, Julie agrees to testify about her relationship with Richard Cross, but Hoffman is later stunned after she takes the stand and claims she no longer has to answer his questions.
Guest stars: Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Bobbie Phillips (Julie Costello), John Pleshette (Gary Blondo), Dean Norris (Rusty Arnold), Romy Walthall (Suzanne Parrey), Matthew Faison (Robert Fahren), Ellen Bry (Lindsey Merrick), Stan Ivar (Galloway)
E17 Chapter SeventeenMar 12, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
Eduardo Portalegre (Nick Corri) is again charged with rape and becomes a suspect in Jessica's murder. Patients of Graham Lester testify that he drugged and raped them while they were in his care. Julie and DA Garfield testify; Annie asks Ted for a divorce. Hoffman uncovers a costly connection between Richard Cross and Dr. Lester's nurse.
Guest stars: Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Bobbie Phillips (Julie Costello), Charles Cyphers (Patrick McQueen), Stanley Kamel (Graham Lester), Gregory Itzin (Roger Garfield), Joe Spano (Ray Velacek), Miguel Sandoval (Roberto Portalegre), Jason Kristofer (Jonathan Kimball)
E18 Chapter EighteenMar 19, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
The defense calls witnesses for Avedon, including his mother (Concetta Tomei); Hoffman considers the prosecution's offer to plea bargain; Appleton is reprimanded for her involvement with Richard Cross; Grasso suffers a personal tragedy.
Guest stars: Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Bobbie Phillips (Julie Costello), Ned Vaughn (Dean Crowley), Concetta Tomei (Jeanette Rennick), McNally Sagal (Lorraine Vitale), Hallie Todd (Monica Reese), Star Jasper (Karen Lockwood), Ralph Monaco (Robert Strick)
E19 Chapter NineteenApr 1, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
Richard Cross is called as a witness for the defense. Cross acts strangely on the witness stand, Neil decides to testify in court on his own behalf, and Justine has an unnerving encounter with Cross in his office. Meanwhile, Appleton secretly goes through Cross's private files to obtain information that would aid the defense.
Guest stars: Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Donna Murphy (Francesca Cross), Terence Knox (Douglas Fournier), Jeff Allin (Mr. Freilich), Kelly Hu (Natalie Cheng), Donisha Walker (Clerk), Adam Lieberman (Process Server), Toni DeRose (Reporter #1)
E20 Chapter TwentyApr 8, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
Avedon awaits his fate as closing arguments are heard and jury instructions are given. Meanwhile, the prosecution tries to have Judge Bornstein dismissed, due to allegations that she and Hoffman were once romantically linked. As Hoffman and Grasso deliver their closing arguments Justine realizes just how mentally unstable Cross is and finally discovers the cause of his erratic behavior.
Guest stars: Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Bobbie Phillips (Julie Costello), John Pleshette (Gary Blondo), Gregory Itzin (Roger Garfield), Jsu Garcia (Eduardo Portalegre), Natalija Nogulich (Martina Spector), Kelly Hu (Natalie Cheng), Anne Haney (Melanie Kendall)
E21 Chapter Twenty-OneApr 22, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
Even as the jury reaches a verdict, Hoffman breaks into Jessica's apartment, convinced a hidden camera is located there and that a tape of the murder most likely exists. The jury delivers its verdict in the trial of Neil Avedon. Following the decision, Hoffman and Grasso appear on "Larry King Live" to discuss the case. King appears as himself.
Guest stars: Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Bobbie Phillips (Julie Costello), Gregory Itzin (Roger Garfield)
E22 Chapter Twenty-TwoApr 22, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
Hoffman races to track down Richard Cross and find the missing video tape even as a terrified Neil Avedon is attacked by a fellow inmate in prison; a possible mob connection surfaces in the case.
Guest stars: Tobin Bell, Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Bobbie Phillips (Julie Costello), Gregory Itzin (Roger Garfield), Anne Haney (Melanie Kendall)
E23 Chapter Twenty-ThreeApr 23, 1996 · 45 min
Synopsis
With nothing left to lose, a dying Richard Cross tells Hoffman where to find the tape recorded in Jessica's apartment the night of her murder. In the aftermath of the jury's verdict in the Goldilocks murder case of Neil Avedon, Jessica's killer is unmasked and all loose ends tied up.
Guest stars: Richard Riehle, Miguel Sandoval, Lenny Wolpe, Linda Carlson (Beth Bornstein), Bobbie Phillips (Julie Costello), John Pleshette (Gary Blondo), Gregory Itzin (Roger Garfield), Joe Spano (Ray Velacek)