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The Main Chance

David Main, a Maverick lawyer portrayed by John Stride, regularly jitters between his London and Leeds offices. Despite his seemingly carefree demeanor, he contrasts this with the steadiness of his cautious colleague, Henry Castleton, played by John....

David Main, a Maverick lawyer with a devil-may-care attitude, commutes between London and Leeds, contrasting with his steady and cautious partner Henry Castleton from Leeds. While Main's relentless pursuit of material success is tempered by a desire to champion the underdog, whom he occasionally feels an occasional kinship with.

Episodes:

Episode 1 What About Justice?

1. What About Justice?

Aired: Jun 18, 1969

A case involving the son of a Leeds industrialist brings David Main into part...

Episode 2 Body and Soul

2. Body and Soul

Aired: Jun 25, 1969

Main defends a pop singer with an unfavourable contract, and a man accused of...

Episode 3 The Professional

3. The Professional

Aired: Jul 2, 1969

A local firm is planning a merger - but a professional agitator seems determi...

Episode 4 Liar's Dice

4. Liar's Dice

Aired: Jul 9, 1969

A former client of Main sues him for negligence and soon he finds he is in a ...

Info about The Main Chance

Seasons: 4

Current Status: Ended

Network: ITV1

Production Country: United Kingdom

Genres:Drama