Plot Summary
The pilot for the television series, "The Defenders." The story of Walter and Kenneth Pearson, a father-and-son legal team. Broadcast as two segments of "Studio One," the story relates how the Pearsons defend a young man accused of killing a woman during a robbery attempt.
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Full Cast & Characters
Ralph Bellamy
Walter Preston
Martin Balsam
Francis Toohey
Steve McQueen
Joseph Gordon
Vivian Nathan
Mrs. Gordon
William Shatner
Kenneth Preston
Ian Wolfe
Judge Marsala
David J. Stewart
Dr. Victor Wallach
Russell Hardie
First Guard
Iggie Wolfington
Court Clerk
Arthur Storch
Seymour Miller
Frank Marth
First Reporter
Eileen Ryan
Betsy Fuller
Director & Crew
Robert Mulligan
Director
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Where can I watch The Defender (Studio One) online?
The Defender (Studio One) (1957) is available to stream on various platforms. You can also watch it online via our Watch Online button.
What is the TMDB rating of The Defender (Studio One)?
It has a TMDB rating of 6.1/10 based on 4 votes.
Who directed The Defender (Studio One)?
The Defender (Studio One) was directed by Robert Mulligan and released in 1957.
How long is The Defender (Studio One)?
The Defender (Studio One) has a runtime of 1 hours and 41 minutes.
Movie Details
- Release Date
- 1957-02-25
- Status
- Released