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Silk (2011)

TV Series ★ 7.5 60 min

Drama

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.

Peter Moffat Creator

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Released
February 22, 2011
Runtime
60 min
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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 Tom Hughes Tom Hughes Nick Slade Natalie Dormer Natalie Dormer Niamh Cranitch Nina Sosanya Nina Sosanya Kate Brockman Jamie Dispirito Jamie Dispirito Jimmy Johnson

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Frequently asked questions

What is Silk about?
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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