Silk(2011)
Overview
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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Top 9 Billed Cast
Martha Costello QC
Clive Reader QC
Billy Lamb
Jake Milner
John Bright
Alan Cowdrey QC
Caroline Warwick QC
Bethany Brassington
Harriet Hammond
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