The Alfred Hitchcock Hour

A former film star turned lawyer hires the best criminal lawyer he can find when his son is accused of murder. He then changes his mind, dismisses the solicitor and decides to represent his son himself in the murder case.

is a television programme presented as a single episode. It falls within the broad category of drama‑focused programming, and its title hints at a legal‑centric storyline. The format is that of a self‑contained episode rather than a multi‑part series, offering a concise narrative that unfolds over its runtime. The central plot follows a man who once enjoyed fame as a movie star but has since retrained as a lawyer. When his son becomes the subject of a murder accusation, he initially seeks out the most skilled criminal solicitor he can locate, hoping that an expert will secure the best possible defence for his child. However, after engaging this specialist, he reconsiders his approach and opts to take on his son’s defence personally, stepping back into the courtroom himself. This shift from hiring an external advocate to representing his own family underscores the protagonist’s dual identity as both former actor and practising attorney. The episode concentrates on the tension that arises from this decision, highlighting the personal and professional stakes involved when a father must balance his legal expertise against his paternal instincts. The narrative remains tightly focused on this singular legal confrontation, offering viewers a compact yet compelling look at a father’s resolve to defend his son from within the courtroom.