The Plot

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.

Top Billed Cast

Maxine Peake
Martha Costello QC Rupert Penry-Jones
Clive Reader QC Neil Stuke
Billy Lamb Theo Barklem-Biggs
Jake Milner John Macmillan
John Bright Alex Jennings
Alan Cowdrey QC Frances Barber
Caroline Warwick QC Amy Wren
Bethany Brassington Miranda Raison
Harriet Hammond

Created By

Peter Moffat
Creator