Sir Douglas Rolls, England's greatest barrister, is forced to take a break from his work due to health concerns. He's approached by solicitor Pope to defend his client, Leslie Locke, who's accused of murder. This case is personal for Sir Douglas, as Locke is the husband of Laura Hyde, the woman Sir Douglas has been in love with for over 20 years. Despite the risks to his own health, Sir Douglas decides to take on the case, using his last ounce of strength to save Locke's life, while potentially implicating his former love, Laura.
The Great Defender
A celebrated English lawyer, Sir Douglas Rolls, must re-evaluate his priorities after his demanding career exacts a severe toll on his well-being, prompting him to take a drastic step to avoid a potentially disastrous outcome.
