Silk

Name: Silk
Genre: Drama
Released: 2011-02-22
Rating: 7.5
Cast: Maxine Peake, Rupert Penry-Jones, Neil Stuke, Theo Barklem-Biggs, John Macmillan

2011·Series·12·60 min·★ 7.5(49)

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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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About Silk

Silk is a 2011 English-language drama series created by Peter Moffat. The cast is led by Maxine Peake, Rupert Penry-Jones, Neil Stuke. It spans 3 seasons and 18 episodes and has concluded. In United States, it is currently streaming on Amazon Prime Video, Hulu, Peacock Premium.

Silk was produced by BBC and made in United Kingdom. It was first aired on February 22, 2011, and carries a 12 certification.

Created by: Peter Moffat
First aired: February 22, 2011
Last aired: March 31, 2014
Original language: English
Age rating: 12
Status: Ended
Seasons: 3 (18 episodes)
Network: BBC One
Country: United Kingdom
Production: BBC

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Silk cast & crew

Silk was created by Peter Moffat.

The cast features Maxine Peake as Martha Costello QC, Rupert Penry-Jones as Clive Reader QC, Neil Stuke as Billy Lamb, Theo Barklem-Biggs as Jake Milner, John Macmillan as John Bright, and Alex Jennings as Alan Cowdrey QC.

Behind the camera, the score was composed by Dru Masters and it was produced by Matt Strevens.

Is Silk worth watching?

With 3 seasons and 18 episodes, it's a meaty weekend watch.

If you enjoy drama, Silk is worth a place on your watchlist.

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