Jack Klugman is mostly known for starring in "The Odd Couple" and "Quincy". Both were enjoyable TV shows but neither stretched off his acting range. To see that, watch any one of a number of shows from the late 50s and early 60s, when Klugman was a frequent guest on shows like "The Twilight Zone" and "The Untouchables". Here in "Loophole" he's at his finest...and totally dominates this episode.
Morton Halas (Klugman) is a darned good lawyer. He's able to win cases that seem unwinnable and he's proud that he's worked his way up from the streets to be one of the best defense attorneys. But Ness is less than impressed...after all, Halas has helped spring folks who seemed guilty. Still, there is some mutual respect between them. But this is seriously strained when Halas begins working with some seriously awful gangsters....and Halas thinks he can do this AND maintain his integrity. Yeah, right!
As I said, the show was Klugman all the way. He has several really nice monologues and more than carries the show. Among the best shows of the season.
Morton Halas (Klugman) is a darned good lawyer. He's able to win cases that seem unwinnable and he's proud that he's worked his way up from the streets to be one of the best defense attorneys. But Ness is less than impressed...after all, Halas has helped spring folks who seemed guilty. Still, there is some mutual respect between them. But this is seriously strained when Halas begins working with some seriously awful gangsters....and Halas thinks he can do this AND maintain his integrity. Yeah, right!
As I said, the show was Klugman all the way. He has several really nice monologues and more than carries the show. Among the best shows of the season.