Close and True

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A good-intentioned but inexperienced man runs a Newcastle legal practice.

Released: Nov 23, 2000

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Season 1

6 episodes

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Robson Green

John Close

Susan Jameson

Sally Anne Mae

Kerry Ann Christiansen

Kim Cotton

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