Orleans

1997•1h 0m•9.0/10

Drama

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9.0/10(1)

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.

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Production

Paramount Television

Language

Status

Ended

First Aired

January 8, 1997

Last Aired

April 11, 1997

Networks

CBS

Created By

Toni Graphia, John Sacret Young

Where to Watch

Region US · Lang EN

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Seasons & Episodes

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Season

Pilot (1)

Air date: 1997-01-08

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

Pilot (2)

Air date: 1997-01-08

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

Why Did the Crawfish Cross the Road?

Air date: 1997-01-15

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.

Baby-Sitting

Air date: 1997-01-22

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.

Hijack

Air date: 1997-01-29

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.

Luther's Temptation

Air date: 1997-03-28

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.

When the Saints Go Marching In

Air date: 1997-04-04

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.

Missing

Air date: 1997-04-11

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.