7.5Silk · 2011
Silk (2011) is a Drama series directed by Peter Moffat, starring Maxine Peake, Rupert Penry-Jones, Neil Stuke.
Drama
7.5Overview
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, Rupert Penry-Jones, Neil Stuke, Theo Barklem-Biggs, John Macmillan, Alex Jennings, Frances Barber, Amy Wren
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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.
When was "Silk" released?
Silk was released in 2011.
Who stars in "Silk"?
The cast includes Maxine Peake, Rupert Penry-Jones, Neil Stuke, Theo Barklem-Biggs.
