Silk

The story

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.

Cast & crew

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

Miranda RaisonHarriet Hammond