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Boston Legal Season 1 Episode 9

A Greater Good

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AIRED: 12/12/04

Alan and Denny defend a drug company that is being sued by a woman who states they provided false reasoning when they took her off of an experimental pill that was a possible cure for her sickness. Alan and Denny discover a shocking secret that could make or break their case and because of that, they become at odds with each other on how to precede. Lori discovers that Tara's new information for their case would win it for them, but the way she retrieved it could cost them their case and their careers. Lori learns a secret about Brad.moreless

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By DonStants2, Oct 19, 2009

This was one of the first episodes this Season that Alan and Denny worked together on a case, and it was brilliant for that. Alan and Denny being at odds caused some hilarious moments, especially as the clashed and played practical jokes on each other. I also liked how Denny proved he was a caring man, beneath his rather closed minded exterior. It was an entertaining case, and also highlighted how far Alan is prepared to go, not giving a damn about the consequences.

Lori and Tara's storyline, however, dragged the episode down a notch- it just wasn't all that entertaining. It was quite amusing seeing Tara flirt with the opposition to gain information, and a nice element where Brad admits his feelings for Lori, but it just was a bit of a filler B-story compared to the main plot- a shame, because with Lori's last week plot combined with Denny and Alans, we would have had a real winner.

Overall, however, another strong episode the show consistantly pulls out.moreless
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Rhona Mitra	Tara Wilson
William Shatner	Denny Crane
Mark Valley	Brad Chase
James Spader	Alan Shore
Monica Potter	Lori Colson
Lake Bell	Sally Heep

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Benjamin John Parrillo	Mr. Barr	Guest Star
Gina Ravera	Dr. Amanda Gerard	Guest Star
Steve Tom	Martin Jeffries	Guest Star
Rene Auberjonois	Paul Lewiston	Recurring Role

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- Denny: Do you believe in God, Doctor?
  Dr. Amanda Gerard: I do.
  Denny: God is my witness. That's what it says in the oath. I like to think God watches over me, too. Except, of course, in the privacy of my bedroom committing lewd acts.
  Judge Wallace: Mr. Crane.
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- Sally: I'm uncomfortable working with Tara.
  Paul: Because...
  Sally: I used to sleep with Alan Shore and now she does.
  Tara (pointing to Lori): And she wants to.
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- Denny: We look good together.
  Alan: Yes, we do.
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- Alan: No repercussions from Lewiston?
  Denny: I'm Denny Crane. As far as he knows, I played it straight.
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- Denny: Sally, may I offer you one little piece of advice?
  Sally: Okay.
  Denny: You're an assuringly beautiful young woman.
  Sally: (uneasy) Thanks for the tip.
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- Guy with Bomb: Remember me, Judge. Fifteen to twenty for aggravated manslaughter. Well, I got out today. And you know what, I'm still aggravated.
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- Handwriting Specialist: (deadpan) The sample provided on the top contains the same content as the original on the bottom - namely, they are both the subject's signature. No pun intended. (blank stares from everyone) "Namely"...
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- Original International Air Dates:
  Slovakia: September 14, 2010 on JOJ
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- Gina Ravera played another character with the last name Gerard, it was Sara Gerard from the TV series The Fugitive.
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