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A fresh take on the courtroom drama, this series brings to trial cases where actions taken by men with the best of intentions have caused immense stress to women and those around them. From the ‘crime of lack of understanding’—organising a self-righteous surprise date—to the ‘crime of failure to communicate’—announcing a transfer as a fait accompli without first consulting one’s wife—cases involving a ‘lack of emotional etiquette’ that everyone can relate to are put on trial.
Status
Returning Series
Type
Scripted
Seasons
1
Episodes
6
10 episodes
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.
