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7.6 / 10(114 votes)IMDbTV-14First Aired: 19978 Seasons

The Practice

“Between Justice And Morality Can We Choose?”

Series Overview

A provocative legal drama focused on young associates at a bare-bones Boston firm and their scrappy boss, Bobby Donnell. The show's forte is its storylines about “people who walk a moral tightrope.”

Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

Airing status, episode counts, upcoming schedule, and network syndication.

EndedScripted
Original Network
ABC
Episodes & Seasons

8 Seasons • 168 Episodes

Air Date Window

1997 – 2004

Premiered: Tue, Mar 4, 1997

Created By
David E. KelleyDavid E. Kelley

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Sun, May 16, 2004

Season 8, Episode 22: “Cheers”

Denny and Alan make an appearance before Judge Eugene Young; Hannah Rose recovers from her bout with Ellenor; Jamie accepts a job with Berluti; Ellenor invites Bobby Donnell to help his former colleagues bid farewell to the firm.

Seasons & Episodes Breakdown

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

David E. Kelley

Original Score & Music

Marco Beltrami

Director of Photography

Herbert Davis

Producers

Joseph Berger-Davis, Robert Breech, David E. Kelley

Department Leadership Roster

Herbert Davis

Director of Photography

Marco Beltrami

Marco Beltrami

Original Music Composer

Joseph Berger-Davis

Producer

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: TV-14

TV-14: Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

International Certification Matrix

United States (MPAA)TV-14

Parents Strongly Cautioned — Contains material unsuitable for children under 14.

Australia (ACB)M

Mature — Recommended for viewers 15 and older.

CanadaPG

Parental Guidance Suggested.

Germany (FSK)12

FSK 12 — Restricted to viewers aged 12 and older.

France (CNC)12

Interdit aux moins de 12 ans — 12+ only.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for The Practice.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Practice

Key facts, seasons breakdown, and credits for search engines and AI assistants.

What is The Practice about?

A provocative legal drama focused on young associates at a bare-bones Boston firm and their scrappy boss, Bobby Donnell. The show's forte is its storylines about “people who walk a moral tightrope.”

How many seasons does The Practice have?

The Practice comprises 8 seasons available to explore.

Who stars in The Practice?

Key cast members in The Practice include Steve Harris, Camryn Manheim, Michael Badalucco, Jessica Capshaw, James Spader.

Who created or directed The Practice?

The Practice was developed and directed by David E. Kelley.