The Defence 2018
What is The Defence?
The Defence is a 2018 television series that follows a legal drama premise. The narrative centers on the disappearance of three‑year‑old Nikola Szlezyngier under unexplained circumstances, which places her parents, Angelika and Dawid, as the primary suspects in the investigation.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2018
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 32
- Runtime
- 45 minutes
- First aired
- Dec 26, 2018
- Last aired
- Jan 4, 2022
- Original language
- PL
- Origin
- PL
- Networks
- Player
- Genres
- Crime, Drama
- Updated
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Overview
The Defence is a 2018 television series that follows a legal drama premise. The narrative centers on the disappearance of three‑year‑old Nikola Szlezyngier under unexplained circumstances, which places her parents, Angelika and Dawid, as the primary suspects in the investigation. Seeking assistance, Angelika reaches out to an old acquaintance, Joanna Chylka, described as a brilliant, cynical and successful lawyer. Joanna, accompanied by her new apprentice Kordian, assumes responsibility for the case
Should you watch it?
“A brilliant lawyer defends parents accused of kidnapping their own three-year-old daughter in this legal thriller.”
- strong lead character
- gripping mystery
- intense subject matter
Watch it if you enjoy complex legal dramas featuring cynical protagonists.
The series centers on the disappearance of a young child and involves police investigations.
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Episode guide
Season 1 · 7 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Dec 26, 2018
- E2 Episode 2 Dec 26, 2018
- E3 Episode 3 Dec 26, 2018
- E4 Episode 4 Jan 2, 2019
- E5 Episode 5 Jan 9, 2019
- E6 Episode 6 Jan 16, 2019
- E7 Episode 7 Jan 23, 2019
Season 2 · 6 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Nov 15, 2019
- E2 Episode 2 Nov 15, 2019
- E3 Episode 3 Nov 22, 2019
- E4 Episode 4 Nov 29, 2019
- E5 Episode 5 Dec 6, 2019
- E6 Episode 6 Dec 13, 2019
Season 3 · 7 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Oct 6, 2020
- E2 Episode 2 Oct 13, 2020
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 20, 2020
- E4 Episode 4 Oct 27, 2020
- E5 Episode 5 Nov 3, 2020
- E6 Episode 6 Nov 10, 2020
- E7 Episode 7 Nov 17, 2020
Season 4 · 6 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Feb 23, 2021
- E2 Episode 2 Feb 23, 2021
- E3 Episode 3 Mar 2, 2021
- E4 Episode 4 Mar 9, 2021
- E5 Episode 5 Mar 16, 2021
- E6 Episode 6 Mar 23, 2021
Season 5 · 6 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Nov 30, 2021
- E2 Episode 2 Dec 6, 2021
- E3 Episode 3 Dec 14, 2021
- E4 Episode 4 Dec 21, 2021
- E5 Episode 5 Dec 27, 2021
- E6 Episode 6 Jan 4, 2022
Frequently asked questions
What is the series about?
It follows a lawyer defending parents suspected of their child's disappearance.
Who is the main lawyer?
The main lawyer is Joanna Chylka, who is described as brilliant and cynical.
Does Joanna work alone?
No, she works with her new apprentice, Kordian.
Who are the suspects?
The parents of the missing child, Angelika and Dawid Szlezyngier, are the main suspects.
What is the goal of the legal team?
Joanna and Kordian attempt to resolve the case.