The Bench
Legal drama based in a magistrates court in Wales.
- 2001-2002
- 2 seasons
- Magnolia Pictures
- Suspense, Drama
Legal drama based in a magistrates court in Wales.
Season 2 Episode Guide
10 Episodes 2002
Episode 1
Episode #2.1
29 mins
The first in a new series of this legal drama set in a magistrates' court. A mother and daughter are both on trial and must decide who takes the blame. Defence solicitor Des Davies can't resist being mean to a new rival.
Episode 2
Episode #2.2
29 mins
When two desperate parents fight to get their children out of the care of social services, the magistrates must make a tough and heartbreaking decision. Katharine faces a crisis in her personal life.
Episode 3
Episode #2.3
29 mins
When a defendant arrives drunk and disorderly for his trial, proceedings dissolve into chaos. Meanwhile, a loyal grandmother tries every trick in the book to win her grandson bail.
Episode 4
Episode #2.4
29 mins
A married man's one night stand leads to bitterness and recrimination in and out of the courtroom. Prosecutor cheryl cates' stressful day brings her closer to one of her colleagues.
Episode 5
Episode #2.5
29 mins
Hugh faces a stark choice between his career and his personal loyalty to a defendant. Des has something to celebrate.
Episode 6
Episode #2.6
29 mins
A father faces every parent's nightmare when his teenage son appears in court. Des is on a high in his personal life, but could get out of this depth when he decides to take on a hardened criminal as a client.
Episode 7
Episode #2.7
29 mins
Ranjit realizes a client has become over-attached, and Des is compromised by his involvement with a criminal family. Work threatens to damage their personal lives.
Episode 8
Episode #2.8
28 mins
The magistrates' are eagerly anticipating the ballot to decide the chair of Penbridge Magistrates' court. The friendship of rival candidates Val and Peter faces its greatest test.
Episode 9
Episode #2.9
29 mins
The press descend on the court for the sentencing of a teacher who had a relationship with a pupil. Meanwhile Des and Cheryl reach crisis point.
Episode 10
Episode #2.10
29 mins
When his client frames an innocent man, Des is not only compromised, but in great danger.