Boston Legal
The Blacklistfeatures arguably James Spaders most iconic role, fugitive-turned-informant Raymond “Red” Reddington.
Red is quick-witted, straight-talking and knows the criminal underworld inside out.
YetThe Blacklistis far from the first law enforcement drama that Spader has acted in.
In fact,Boston Legalhad already made him a legend of the genre five years before he became Red.
Anyone who enjoys one show will almost certainly enjoy the other.
Alan Shore is actually a character spun off from another ABC legal show,The Practice, in 2004.
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The Blacklist series finale ends 10 seasons of Raymond Red Reddingtons globe-trotting anti-hero activities with a two-hour extravaganza.
His uncompromising way of handling others is highly reminiscent ofRaymond Reddington inThe Blacklist.
More importantly,both characters suit James Spaders strengths as an actordown to the ground.
Boston Legal is a legal comedy-drama series created by David E. Kelley and initially premiered in 2004. The series follows the exploits of the Crane, Poole & Schmidt law firm staff helmed by Denny Crane (William Shatner) and Alan Shore (James Spader) as the attorneys dabble into the legal gray area to take on cases deemed “unwinnable."
While Raymond Reddington will probably be the character Spader is best remembered for, Alan Shore isnt far behind.
