TV series
The Escape Artist
2013, English, on BBC One. Created by David Wolstencroft.
There is a line between law and justice.
A chilling and bloody legal thriller that explores the line between law and justice. Will Burton, a talented junior barrister of peerless intellect and winning charm, specialises in spiriting people out of tight legal corners. He is in high demand as he has never lost a case. But when his talents acquit the notorious prime suspect in an horrific murder trial, that brilliance comes back to bite him with unexpected and chilling results, not to mention a shocking twist.
- Seasons
- 1
- Episodes
- 3
- Episode length
- 60 min
- Status
- Ended in 2013
Worth the Hype
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7.1/10 from 104 TMDB viewer ratings.
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Where to watch The Escape Artist
The Escape Artist is streaming on PBS Masterpiece and Howdy in India.
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Latest episode
S1 E3: Episode 3
Aired 12 November 2013
Seasons 1
Cast & crew
- David WolstencroftCreator
- David TennantWill Burton · 3 ep
- Toby KebbellLiam Foyle · 3 ep
- Sophie OkonedoMaggie Gardner · 3 ep
- Ashley JensenKate Burton · 3 ep
- Brid BrennanMary · 3 ep
- Tony GardnerTrevor Harris · 3 ep
- Anton LesserRichard Mayfield QC · 3 ep
- Roy MarsdenPeter Simkins · 3 ep
- Stephen WightDanny Monk · 3 ep
- Gus BarryJamie Burton · 3 ep
- Nicholas WoodesonGeorge Balfour QC · 3 ep
- Jeany SparkTara · 3 ep
Details
- First aired
- 29 October 2013
- Last aired
- 12 November 2013
- Network
- BBC One
- Language
- English
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- Miniseries
- Rated
- TV-14
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The Escape Artist: quick answers
Is The Escape Artist worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.1/10 from 104 TMDB viewer ratings.
How many seasons of The Escape Artist are there?
The Escape Artist has 1 season and 3 episodes, about 60 minutes each.
Is The Escape Artist finished?
Yes. The Escape Artist ended in 2013, so you can watch the whole story.
Which OTT platform is The Escape Artist on?
The Escape Artist is streaming on PBS Masterpiece and Howdy in India. (Checked 9 November 2026.)
The Escape Artist parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
The Escape Artist is rated TV-14. Check the rating guidance before watching with young children.
What shows are like The Escape Artist?
If you liked The Escape Artist, try Damages, Murder One, Reasonable Doubt.
Who created The Escape Artist?
The Escape Artist was created by David Wolstencroft and stars David Tennant, Toby Kebbell, Sophie Okonedo.