Silk (2011)
Silk is a 2011 drama series created by Peter Moffat. It stars Maxine Peake, Rupert Penry-Jones and Neil Stuke.
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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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 on 22 February 2011.
How many episodes does Silk have?
Silk has 18 episodes across 3 seasons.
Who made Silk?
Silk was created by Peter Moffat.
Where can I watch Silk?
Silk is available on Britbox Roku Channel, Disney+ Hulu, Hulu, Peacock, Peacock Premium and Prime Video.
Where to watch Silk
Stream: Britbox Roku Channel, Disney+ Hulu, Hulu, Peacock, Peacock Premium, Prime Video
Watch free: Amazon Freevee, Hoopla, The Roku Channel
Rent: Google Play
Buy: Amazon, AppleTV, Fandango at Home, Google Play
Cast
- 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
- Alex Jennings as Alan Cowdrey QC
- Frances Barber as Caroline Warwick QC
- Amy Wren as Bethany Brassington
- Phil Davis as Micky Joy
- Tom Hughes as Nick Slade
- Natalie Dormer as Niamh Cranitch
- Nina Sosanya as Kate Brockman