Set in 1932 Los Angeles, the series focuses on the origin story of famed defense lawyer Perry Mason. Living check-to-check as a low-rent private investigator, Mason is haunted by his wartime experiences in France and suffering the effects of a broken marriage. L.A. is booming while the rest of the country recovers from the Great Depression — but a kidnapping gone very wrong leads to Mason exposing a fractured city as he uncovers the truth of the crime.
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Set in 1932 Los Angeles, the series focuses on the origin story of famed defense lawyer Perry Mason. Living check-to-check as a low-rent private investigator, Mason is haunted by his wartime experiences in France and suffering the effects of a broken marriage. L.A. is booming while the rest of the country recovers from the Great Depression — but a kidnapping gone very wrong leads to Mason exposing a fractured city as he uncovers the truth of the crime.
Season 2 episodes
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1933. In the months following the Dodson trial, an aimless Perry leans on Della to keep the law firm afloat. While Paul accepts a job from an unlikely source, corrupt oil scion Brooks McCutcheon recruits Detective Holcomb in his quest to reshape the future of Los Angeles.
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Directed by Fernando CoimbraWritten by Jack Amiel, Michael BeglerGuest stars Shea Whigham, Gayle Rankin, Veronica Falcón, Molly Ephraim, Paul Raci, Jen Tullock, Sean Astin, Tommy Dewey
After a manhunt pegs brothers Rafael and Mateo Gallardo for the McCutcheon murder, Perry initially resists taking the case… until a hunch reels him in. Later, Della goes on a date with a new flame while Paul wrestles with a shocking truth.
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Directed by Fernando CoimbraWritten by Jack Amiel, Michael BeglerGuest stars Shea Whigham, Gretchen Mol, Paul Raci, Jen Tullock, Sean Astin, Tommy Dewey, Jee Young Han, Jon Chaffin
As Rafael and Mateo face discrimination from their fellow inmates and the court, Perry continues his push for justice, while Della engages the help of wealthy socialite Camilla Nygaard. Later, Paul chases leads in the Hooverville, and Perry goes head-to-head with tycoon Lydell McCutcheon.
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Directed by Jessica LowreyWritten by Jack Amiel, Michael BeglerGuest stars Molly Ephraim, Gretchen Mol, Paul Raci, Jen Tullock, Jee Young Han, Jon Chaffin, Kersti Bryan, Amber Friendly
When Paul’s explosive discovery blows a massive hole in Rafael and Mateo’s story, Perry begins to question his clients’ innocence, while Della doubles-down on the case.
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Directed by Jessica LowreyWritten by Jack Amiel, Michael BeglerGuest stars Shea Whigham, Gayle Rankin, Paul Raci, Jen Tullock, Jee Young Han, Jon Chaffin, John Prosky, Amber Friendly
As the Gallardos’ trial nears, Perry attempts to negotiate with the DA. Rafael and Mateo recount the real-life consequences of the McCutcheons’ Los Angeles expansion. Later, the pursuit of a lead lands Paul in danger, and Perry makes a convincing demonstration in court.
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Directed by Marialy RivasWritten by Niko Gutierrez-KovnerGuest stars Shea Whigham, Molly Ephraim, Paul Raci, Jen Tullock, Jon Chaffin, Kersti Bryan, Christopher Carrington, Terrence Hardy Jr.
After he’s subpoenaed, Holcomb offers Perry an olive branch. Meanwhile, Della continues to foster her relationships with Camilla and Anita, giving her the confidence to question her first witness – and push the verdict in the Gallardos’ favor.
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Directed by Nina Lopez-CorradoWritten by Elizabeth BaxaGuest stars Shea Whigham, Molly Ephraim, Paul Raci, Jen Tullock, Jee Young Han, Jon Chaffin, Kersti Bryan, Amber Friendly
Facing career-ending accusations and potential jailtime, Perry must turn to Strickland to stay ahead of the prosecution—and Lydell. With the Gallardos' fate in the balance, Della presses Hamilton for answers, while Paul enlists Clara to infiltrate a wealthy white suburb in pursuit of the truth.
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Directed by Nina Lopez-CorradoWritten by Pedro Peirano, Mauricio KatzGuest stars Shea Whigham, Paul Raci, Tommy Dewey, Jee Young Han, John Prosky, Judah Mackey, Hope Davis, Mark O'Brien
As their final day in court nears, Mateo and Rafael prepare for the worst, while Perry, Della, and Paul work with an unlikely ally to sway the prosecution’s hand. Then, after making his closing arguments, Perry faces the consequences of his relentless pursuit of justice.
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Directed by Marialy RivasWritten by Michael BeglerGuest stars Shea Whigham, Paul Raci, Jen Tullock, Jee Young Han, Jon Chaffin, Kersti Bryan, Christopher Carrington, Amber Friendly
Michael Begler, Jack Amiel, Rolin Jones, Ron Fitzgerald, Kevin J. Hynes, Howard Korder, Pedro Peirano, Mauricio Katz, Steven Hanna, Sarah Kelly Kaplan, Eleanor Burgess, Niko Gutierrez-Kovner, Elizabeth Baxa, Rolin Jones, Ron Fitzgerald
Production details
Status
Canceled
Series type
Scripted
Episodes
16
Original language
English
Networks & production
HBOUnited States
Team DowneyUnited States
Dwight Street Book ClubUnited States
Inflatable Moose Co.United States
AMBEG Screen Products
HBOUnited States
Themes
1930sbased on novel or bookinvestigationlawyerlos angeles, californianeo-noirorigin storyprivate investigator
