The Practice (1997)
▸ Must watch
The Practice is streaming in New Zealand on Disney Plus.
The verdict
The Practice has pulled the kind of numbers most English series never see. It carries a 7.6/10 on TMDB across 113 ratings — comfortably clear of the pack. Episodes clock in around 44 minutes. In New Zealand you can stream it on Disney Plus.
Is it worth starting?
This is 8 seasons deep — English drama. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
- Why
- Currently 7.6/10 from 113 ratings, which is a good sign this early.
- Skip if
- a backlog this size is the opposite of what you're after
- Best for
- A proper binge, once you've got the weeks for it
Story
A provocative legal drama focused on young associates at a bare-bones Boston firm and their scrappy boss, Bobby Donnell. The show's forte is its storylines about “people who walk a moral tightrope.”
Good to know
| Runtime | ~44 min per episode |
| Genre | Drama |
| Language | English |
| Best screen | Stream at home |
Director
David E. Kelley
Cast
Steve Harris
Eugene Young
Camryn Manheim
Ellenor Frutt
Michael Badalucco
Jimmy Berluti
Jessica Capshaw
Jamie Stringer
James Spader
Alan Shore
Rhona Mitra
Tara Wilson
Where to watch in New Zealand
Disney Plus
Included with a subscription — no extra charge on these platforms.
Availability as of 24 Sept 2026 — platforms may change over time.
Trailer
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Frequently asked
Is The Practice worth watching?
Must watch. It rates 7.6/10 on audience ratings. This is 8 seasons deep — English drama. Starting now means a backlog — worth knowing before you press play.
Where can I watch The Practice?
You can stream The Practice in New Zealand on Disney Plus.
What language is The Practice in?
The Practice is an English series (Drama).