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The Main Chance

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1969-1975
4 Seasons
Drama

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Maverick lawyer David Main (John Stride) commutes between his twin bases in London and Leeds. His seemingly devil-may-care attitude is contrasted with the steady and cautious approach of his crusty Leeds partner Henry Castleton (John Wentworth). However, Main's relentless pursuit of material and career success is tempered by his desire to champion the underdog, for whom he feels an occasionally grudging kinship.

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John Stride

David Main

Margaret Ashcroft

Margaret Castleton

John Wentworth

Henry Castleton

Season 4 Episode Guide See All

Episode 1

Process

51 mins

David Main receives devastating news. In the aftermath, he and Walter Clegg's efforts see them straying onto the wrong side of the law in their attempts to see that justice is done. The future is a major worry for both of them.

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