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Silk (2011)

TV Series ★ 7.5 60 min

Silk is a British television drama series produced by the BBC and first shown in 2011. Written by Peter Moffat, the series follows a set of barristers, and what they do to attain the rank of Queen's Counsel, known as 'taking silk'. Passionate defence barrister Martha Costello faces challenging cases and surprising clients, which test her faith in the criminal justice system. Gifted colleague Clive Reader is called to the bar with her. They work hard with pupils, Nick Slade and Niamh Cranitch, but ultimately only one can eventually be taken on as a member of chambers.

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Quick facts

Released
February 22, 2011
Runtime
60 min
IMDb
tt1717455
Country
United Kingdom
Language
English
Studio
BBC

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Frequently asked questions

What is Silk about?
Silk is a British television drama series produced by the BBC and first shown in 2011. Written by Peter Moffat, the series follows a set of barristers, and what they do to attain the rank of Queen's Counsel, known as 'taking silk'. Passionate defence barrister Martha Costello faces challenging cases and surprising clients, which test her faith in the criminal justice system. Gifted colleague Clive Reader is called to the bar with her. They work hard with pupils, Nick Slade and Niamh Cranitch, but ultimately only one can eventually be taken on as a member of chambers.
Who created Silk?
Silk was created by Peter Moffat.
Who stars in Silk?
Silk stars Maxine Peake, Rupert Penry-Jones, Neil Stuke, Theo Barklem-Biggs.
When was Silk released?
Silk is a 2011 drama series.
Where can I watch Silk?
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