Silk
📖 Synopsis
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.
📺 Series Details
- Status
- Ended
- Genres
- Drama
- Seasons
- 3 seasons · 18 episodes
- Original Language
- EN
🎭 Cast
Maxine PeakeMartha Costello QC
Rupert Penry-JonesClive Reader QC
Neil StukeBilly Lamb
Theo Barklem-BiggsJake Milner
John MacmillanJohn Bright
Alex JenningsAlan Cowdrey QC
Frances BarberCaroline Warwick QC
Amy WrenBethany Brassington
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❓ Frequently Asked Questions
- 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.
- How many seasons does Silk have?
- Silk has 3 seasons and 18 episodes.
- When did Silk first air?
- Silk first aired on February 22, 2011.
- Is Silk still running?
- Silk has ended.
- Where can I track Silk?
- You can track Silk on Matinee — the free movie and TV show tracker app for iOS. Log episodes, rate the series, and share it with friends.












