Silk

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.

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Overview

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.

Cast

Maxine Peake
Maxine Peake
Martha Costello QC
Rupert Penry-Jones
Rupert Penry-Jones
Clive Reader QC
Neil Stuke
Neil Stuke
Billy Lamb
Theo Barklem-Biggs
Theo Barklem-Biggs
Jake Milner
John Macmillan
John Macmillan
John Bright
Alex Jennings
Alex Jennings
Alan Cowdrey QC
Frances Barber
Frances Barber
Caroline Warwick QC
Amy Wren
Amy Wren
Bethany Brassington
Miranda Raison
Miranda Raison
Harriet Hammond

Trailer

Silk: Series 3 - Trailer - BBC One

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