The Advocates
Series Overview
Set in Edinburgh, the series contrasts the high powered and respectable world of the lawyers and advocates of the Scottish legal profession, with the sleazy and deadly existence of the city's pimps, prostitutes and drug addicts. When a young prostitute is murdered by a deadly drug overdose, only Doctor Joe Sangster, who has been treating her at the local health clinic, suspects foul play. In the growing climate of fear over drugs and AIDS in the city, his clinic faces closure due to a local campaign. He turns to Greg McDowell for help, and the young lawyer sees the chance to make a name for himself.
Broadcast Schedule & Network Information
Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.
Broadcast Syndication
2 Seasons • 6 Episodes
1991 – 1992
Premiered: Tue, Apr 2, 1991
Creative Production Team
Latest Aired Episode
Season 2, Episode 3: “Episode 3”
Naismith manages to track down his wife, Dunbar's ethics are challenged, and McDowell makes a discovery that puts Sarah's life in jeopardy.
Seasons & Episodes Breakdown
Cast & Creators
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Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Peter Barber-Fleming
Murray Ferguson
Department Leadership Roster
Murray Ferguson
Producer
Peter Barber-Fleming
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
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18+: 18+ Restricted to Adults.
International Certification Matrix
18+ Restricted to Adults.
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What is The Advocates about?
Set in Edinburgh, the series contrasts the high powered and respectable world of the lawyers and advocates of the Scottish legal profession, with the sleazy and deadly existence of the city's pimps, prostitutes and drug addicts. When a young prostitute is murdered by a deadly drug overdose, only Doctor Joe Sangster, who has been treating her at the local health clinic, suspects foul play. In the growing climate of fear over drugs and AIDS in the city, his clinic faces closure due to a local campaign. He turns to Greg McDowell for help, and the young lawyer sees the chance to make a name for himself.
How many seasons does The Advocates have?
The Advocates comprises 2 seasons available to explore.
Who stars in The Advocates?
Key cast members in The Advocates include Ewan Stewart, Hugh Ross, Elspeth MacNaughton, Isla Blair, Alison Peebles.
Who created or directed The Advocates?
The Advocates was developed and directed by Peter Barber-Fleming.