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Orleans is a short-lived American drama series that aired on CBS from January 7, 1997 through April 10, 1997. It ran for only 8 episodes. The series was said to be inspired by the experiences of creater producer Toni Graphia, who was the daughter of a Louisiana judge.

First Aired

1997-01-08
Last Aired

1997-04-11
Creator

Toni Graphia
Genre

Drama
Seasons

1
Episodes

8
Status

Ended
Language

English
Network

CBS

Keywords:

judge new orleans, louisiana

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Season 1

1. Pilot (1)

Jesse prosecutes a man who he believes is innocent of killing a senator who had just left Paulette's c...More

Jesse prosecutes a man who he believes is innocent of killing a senator who had just left Paulette's casino.Less

60mins 1997-01-08

2. Pilot (2)

Jesse prosecutes a man who he believes is innocent of killing a senator who had just left Paulette's c...More

Jesse prosecutes a man who he believes is innocent of killing a senator who had just left Paulette's casino.Less

60mins 1997-01-08

3. Why Did the Crawfish Cross the Road?

Luther is accused of violating the judge's Code of Conduct after a Tabloid news show catches him on hi...More

Luther is accused of violating the judge's Code of Conduct after a Tabloid news show catches him on hidden camera gambling at a party in his home. Meanwhile Rene assists Claude in the investigation of a drug dealer.Less

60mins 1997-01-15

4. Baby-Sitting

Claude reluctantly agrees to protect a casino owner who is set to testify against a powerful mob figur...More

Claude reluctantly agrees to protect a casino owner who is set to testify against a powerful mob figure. Meanwhile, Paulette recieves a lucrative offer from the man to run his casino. Luther meets Rosalee's mother.Less

60mins 1997-01-22

5. Hijack

Thieves come about a riverboat casino where Paulette hosts a charity ball. They kidnap Paulette and ...More

Thieves come about a riverboat casino where Paulette hosts a charity ball. They kidnap Paulette and rob the casino. Elsewhere, on the bayou, Jesse and Rene share a passionate reunion.Less

60mins 1997-01-29

6. Luther's Temptation

Mob Boss Vitelli makes Luther an offer; information about Luther's missing daughter in exchange for an...More

Mob Boss Vitelli makes Luther an offer; information about Luther's missing daughter in exchange for an aquittal for his son's killer, whom he wants to deal with, himself. Paulette turns to drugs when she fears she'll lose her casino.Less

60mins 1997-03-28

7. When the Saints Go Marching In

When Luther refuses Vitelli's offer, he hires Carraze to kill the judge. Carraze decides to let Luthe...More

When Luther refuses Vitelli's offer, he hires Carraze to kill the judge. Carraze decides to let Luther go, after giving him a clue about his missing daughter. Gina Vitelli's fate could be decided when a gun goes missing during her trial.Less

60mins 1997-04-04

8. Missing

A rift forms between Luther and Rosalee when his ex-wife returns. Claude suspects Vitelli in the case...More

A rift forms between Luther and Rosalee when his ex-wife returns. Claude suspects Vitelli in the case of a missing child. Rene wants to get married.Less