The Escape Artist 2013
“There is a line between law and justice.”
What is The Escape Artist?
Topic: Television series "The Escape Artist" (2013). Role: Meticulous television and film archivist.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2013
- Status
- Ended
- Episodes
- 3
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 29, 2013
- Last aired
- Nov 12, 2013
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- BBC One
- Genres
- Drama
- Updated
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[1] TMDB: Synopsis/Overview. Legal thriller. Will Burton, junior barrister. Specializes in getting people out of legal corners. Never lost a case. Acquits prime suspect in murder trial. Unexpected/chilling results and a twist. TV-14. Drama.
[2] Wikipedia: Filmed between 24 January and 22 March 2013. Locations: London, Hertfordshire, Surrey, Scotland.
[3] & [4] ČSFD: Rating 82% (from 365 people).
[5] FDb.cz: Refers to a 1982 version (ignore for the 2013 series).
Title: The Escape Artist (2013).
Genre: Drama, legal thriller.
Rating: TV-14.
Plot: Explores the line between law and justice.
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“A gripping exploration of drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is The Escape Artist worth watching?
The Escape Artist holds a community rating of 7.1/10 based on 101 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Drama for fans of the genre.
How many seasons and episodes are in The Escape Artist, and how long does it take to binge?
The Escape Artist spans 1 season and 3 total episodes. A complete watch takes approximately 3 hours (at an average of 60 minutes per episode).
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