The Sullavan Brothers

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The Sullavan Brothers

1964- 1965

3 Seasons

37 Episodes

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Overview

Brothers Robert, Paul, Patrick and John Sullavan are all lawyers, but specialise in different fields, and discuss points of law and questions of ethics in terms accessible to the viewer.

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7 featured cast members

Starring

Hugh Manning

Robert Sullavan

Anthony Bate

Paul Sullavan

David Sumner

Patrick Sullavan

Tenniel Evans

John Sullavan

Mary Kenton

Beth Sullavan

Wendy Varnals

Anne Welsh

A. J. Brown

Mr Justice Ryner

Creative team

Created by: Ted Willis

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