A wig-wearing barrister escapes Florida retirement—British justice has never been this petty.
A bored Rumpole, living in Florida retirement, uses an inquiry from Phyllida as a pretext to re-establish himself back in chambers.
Acting
Leo McKern's world-weary brilliance—Rumpole IS him.
Writing
John Mortimer's acid wit, every line a tiny grenade.
Director
John Glenister
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
Leo McKern played Rumpole for 14 years across radio, stage and screen—he threatened to quit if they ever revealed his first name.
The film aired during the ITV strike, meaning many UK viewers missed it entirely until repeats years later.
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