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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Season 1 · 7 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Dec 26, 2018
- E2 Episode 2 Core Dec 26, 2018
- E3 Episode 3 Core Dec 26, 2018
- E4 Episode 4 Core Jan 2, 2019
- E5 Episode 5 Core Jan 9, 2019
- E6 Episode 6 Mytharc Jan 16, 2019
- E7 Episode 7 Mytharc Jan 23, 2019
Season 2 · 6 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Nov 15, 2019
- E2 Episode 2 Core Nov 15, 2019
- E3 Episode 3 Core Nov 22, 2019
- E4 Episode 4 Core Nov 29, 2019
- E5 Episode 5 Mytharc Dec 6, 2019
- E6 Episode 6 Mytharc Dec 13, 2019
Season 3 · 7 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Oct 6, 2020
- E2 Episode 2 Core Oct 13, 2020
- E3 Episode 3 Core Oct 20, 2020
- E4 Episode 4 Core Oct 27, 2020
- E5 Episode 5 Core Nov 3, 2020
- E6 Episode 6 Mytharc Nov 10, 2020
- E7 Episode 7 Mytharc Nov 17, 2020
Season 4 · 6 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Feb 23, 2021
- E2 Episode 2 Core Feb 23, 2021
- E3 Episode 3 Core Mar 2, 2021
- E4 Episode 4 Core Mar 9, 2021
- E5 Episode 5 Mytharc Mar 16, 2021
- E6 Episode 6 Mytharc Mar 23, 2021
Season 5 · 6 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Nov 30, 2021
- E2 Episode 2 Core Dec 6, 2021
- E3 Episode 3 Core Dec 14, 2021
- E4 Episode 4 Core Dec 21, 2021
- E5 Episode 5 Mytharc Dec 27, 2021
- E6 Episode 6 Mytharc 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.
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