Perry Mason (played by Raymond Burr) is a protagonist in Perry Mason.
Distinguished criminal-defense lawyer in Los Angeles who defends clients wrongly accused of murder. He leads parallel investigations, uncovers crucial clues from evidence or witness remarks, and cross-examines suspects in court to expose the real killer before trial. Della Street (played by Barbara Hale) is a protagonist in Perry Mason.
Mason's confidential secretary and able assistant. She participates in parallel investigations to gather exonerating evidence and later discusses Mason's breakthrough clues with him and the team during the post-case epilogue. Paul Drake (played by William Hopper) appears in Perry Mason.
Private investigator who assists Mason by conducting field investigations alongside Della Street. He helps gather evidence to clear innocent clients and joins the group in the epilogue to learn how Mason solved the case. Hamilton Burger (played by William Talman) appears in Perry Mason.
District attorney who prosecutes cases against Mason's innocent clients. He spars with Mason in the courtroom, gathers evidence, and occasionally uncovers new witnesses or leads that complicate the defense strategy. Lieutenant Tragg (played by Ray Collins) appears in Perry Mason.
Homicide detective who initially leads police investigations against accused clients. He works alongside Burger to collect evidence and frequently uncovers new leads that challenge Mason's efforts to clear his client.
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Characters
Perry Mason
(played by Raymond Burr) — protagonist
Distinguished criminal-defense lawyer in Los Angeles who defends clients wrongly accused of murder. He leads parallel investigations, uncovers crucial clues from evidence or witness remarks, and cross...
Della Street
(played by Barbara Hale) — protagonist
Mason's confidential secretary and able assistant. She participates in parallel investigations to gather exonerating evidence and later discusses Mason's breakthrough clues with him and the team durin...
Paul Drake
(played by William Hopper) — supporting
Private investigator who assists Mason by conducting field investigations alongside Della Street. He helps gather evidence to clear innocent clients and joins the group in the epilogue to learn how Ma...
Hamilton Burger
(played by William Talman) — supporting
District attorney who prosecutes cases against Mason's innocent clients. He spars with Mason in the courtroom, gathers evidence, and occasionally uncovers new witnesses or leads that complicate the de...
Lieutenant Tragg
(played by Ray Collins) — supporting
Homicide detective who initially leads police investigations against accused clients. He works alongside Burger to collect evidence and frequently uncovers new leads that challenge Mason's efforts to...
Key Relationships
Hamilton Burger → Lieutenant Tragg
(Professional Colleague)
Paul Drake → Hamilton Burger
(Conflict Opponent)
Della Street → Paul Drake
(Social Friend)
Perry Mason → Lieutenant Tragg
(Professional Colleague)
Perry Mason → Hamilton Burger
(Conflict Adversary)
Perry Mason → Paul Drake
(Alliance Partner)
Perry Mason → Della Street
(Professional Assistant)
Story Analysis
A lawyer who solves murder cases by finding the real killers.
Plot Progression
The Case Begins
Investigation Deepens
Legal Battles
The Truth Emerges
Victory in Court
Perry Mason (1957) · 7.7/10 · crime, drama, mystery
