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The Scales of Justice (1962)

TV Series ★ 6.7 30 min

The Scales of Justice is a series of thirteen British cinema featurettes produced from 1962 to 1967 for Anglo-Amalgamated at Merton Park Studios in London. The first nine were made in black and white, and the last four in colour. The finale, Payment in Kind, was Merton Park's final production. Episodes were based on criminal cases, and each film was introduced by criminologist Edgar Lustgarten. The series derives its title from the symbolic scales held by the statue of Justice, situated above the dome of London's Central Criminal Court, The Old Bailey. The opening narration describes her as having "in her right hand, the Sword of Power and Retribution, and in her left – The Scales of Justice".

Jack Greenwood Creator

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Released
January 11, 1962
Runtime
30 min
IMDb
tt0843225
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Studio
Merton Park Studios

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Scales of Justice about?
The Scales of Justice is a series of thirteen British cinema featurettes produced from 1962 to 1967 for Anglo-Amalgamated at Merton Park Studios in London. The first nine were made in black and white, and the last four in colour. The finale, Payment in Kind, was Merton Park's final production. Episodes were based on criminal cases, and each film was introduced by criminologist Edgar Lustgarten. The series derives its title from the symbolic scales held by the statue of Justice, situated above the dome of London's Central Criminal Court, The Old Bailey. The opening narration describes her as having "in her right hand, the Sword of Power and Retribution, and in her left – The Scales of Justice".
Who created The Scales of Justice?
The Scales of Justice was created by Jack Greenwood.
Who stars in The Scales of Justice?
The Scales of Justice stars Edgar Lustgarten.
When was The Scales of Justice released?
The Scales of Justice is a 1962 crime, drama series.
Where can I watch The Scales of Justice?
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