Judge John Deed(2001)

Judge John Deed is a British legal drama that ran for six series on BBC One between 2001 and 2007. Martin Shaw stars as Sir John Deed, a High Court judge determined to pursue genuine justice despite the constraints of the legal system. Jenny Seagrove plays Jo Mills, a barrister and frequent object of Deed's affection. Created by G.F. Newman, the series became the BBC's longest-running legal drama, though it drew consistent criticism from legal professionals for its romanticised and often inaccurate portrayal of courtroom procedure. Episodes sparked complaints ranging from jury guidance warnings to concerns about vaccine misinformation. Despite its factual liberties, Judge John Deed developed a devoted following and remains available on DVD in the UK.