Doug Defends

What happens when a real lawyer looks at the first X-Men movie through the lens of the law? From the Mutant Registration Act to Wolverine’s claws and Magneto’s plan at the Statue of Liberty, the 2000 X-Men film is full of legal nightmares and Doug and Billy are here to break them all down!   Music by www.purple-planet.com

Indiana Jones may be one of cinema’s most beloved heroes, but in the eyes of the law, he might actually be a criminal. In this episode of Doug Defends, real-life lawyer Doug Ridley breaks down the legal case against Indiana Jones in Raiders of the Lost Ark. Is he a noble archaeologist preserving history, or a serial violator of international law, cultural property treaties, and smuggling statutes?...

What happens when you put The Office on trial? In this episode of Doug Defends, a real lawyer breaks down some of the wildest and most illegal moments from Scranton. From Michael Scott’s infamous “Gay Witch Hunt” kiss, to Roy’s felony assault on Jim, to Dwight Schrute firing a gun in the office, and even Brian the cameraman stepping in to protect Pam... we’re taking a hard look at the crimes that...

Back to the Future is a beloved classic, but there’s one scene that doesn’t hold up...legally or ethically. In this episode of Doug Defends, real lawyer Doug examines the “fake assault” plan cooked up by Marty McFly and George and explains why it’s not just problematic… it’s a full-blown felony. From conspiracy charges to criminal manipulation, this might be the darkest moment in Hill Valley histo...

What happens when you switch bodies with your mom… and she racks up a rap sheet in your name? In this episode of Doug Defends, real-life lawyer Doug Ridley breaks down every law Lindsay Lohan’s character breaks in Disney’s Freaky Friday, from theft to assault, and explains exactly how much trouble she’d be in if it happened in the real world. Whether you love legal dramas or nostalgic comedies, th...

Can you be prosecuted for something you haven’t done yet? This week on Doug Defends we're looking at Terminator 2: Judgment Day, where Sarah Connor takes extreme action to stop a future apocalypse and lands herself in serious legal trouble. Real-life lawyer Doug breaks down the charges she’d be facing in the real world: burglary, attempted murder, terrorism, and more.

Batman Begins...a lengthy prison sentence?! In this episode of Doug Defends, real-life lawyer Doug Ridley takes a hard look at Bruce Wayne’s potential criminal record and it’s not pretty. From reckless property damage and weaponized vehicles to corporate theft and aiding international terrorists, Gotham’s Dark Knight may be the real menace! Music provided by www.purple-planet.com

Friends may be a feel-good sitcom, but some of the behavior on that show is straight-up illegal. This week, Doug & Billy dig deep into the most questionable moments from all ten seasons and answers the question you didn’t know you had: How many laws did the Friends gang actually break? Music provided by www.purple-planet.com

In this week’s episode of Doug Defends, real-life defense attorney Doug Ridley tackles the biggest box office hero of the summer…James Gunn’s Superman! But is the Man of Steel a hero or a criminal defendant? We talk about his kidnapping and torturing crimes, Lex's false imprisonment scheme, and even Krypto is in the hot seat with a dog-biting case!   Music provided by www.purple-planet.com

This week, Doug defends Jurassic Park! Defense attorney Doug Ridley &r Billy Business will look at all of the legal troubles that plague Jurassic Park. Is the parent company, InGen, responsible for everything? How much can be blamed on the evil Dennis Nedry? And maybe most importantly, do these genetically engineered creatures have legal rights? Find out this week on Doug Defends!   Music prov...

It's the premiere episode of Doug Defends! This week, defense attorney Doug Ridley and producer Billy Business will look at the case of Anakin Skywalker and the heinous acts he did during Order 66 in "Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith". As a defense attorney, is there any way Doug can make a jury believe Anakin isn't totally to blame? PLUS, Anakin isn't the only one in the hot seat as Dou...