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The Take

Series Overview

Freddie Jackson is released from prison in 1984 having served a four-year sentence for armed robbery. His wife Jackie, who has been waiting for him on the outside in the mistaken belief that that he wants to go straight, soon finds herself disappointed: Freddie is in fact raring to get back into the game and has set his sights on becoming top dog in the East End underworld.

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Broadcast Schedule & Network Information

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EndedMiniseries
Original Network
Sky One
Episodes & Seasons

1 Season • 4 Episodes

60 min per episode

Air Date Window

2009 – 2009

Premiered: Wed, Jun 17, 2009

Created By
Martina ColeMartina Cole

Latest Aired Episode

Aired: Wed, Jul 1, 2009

Season 1, Episode 4: “Episode Four”

Jimmy forces Freddie to take responsibility for his son's actions when Little Jimmy is found dead at the hands of Little Freddie. Maggie finally reveals the truth about Little Jimmy's parentage, ending in a showdown between herself and her rapist

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Trailers, Teasers & Extra Featurettes

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The Take - TrailerOfficial

Type: Trailer • Published 2012-06-06

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Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Martina Cole

Screenplay & Story

Martina Cole

Original Score & Music

Ruth Barrett

Director of Photography

Owen McPolin

Film Editing

Chris Ridsdale

Producers

Willow Grylls, Helen Flint

Literary Origin & Source Material
Novel:Martina Cole

Department Leadership Roster

Willow Grylls

Willow Grylls

Producer

Susie Cullen

Production Design

Alison Byrne

Costume Design

Owen McPolin

Director of Photography

Ruth Barrett

Original Music Composer

Chris Ridsdale

Editor

Age Classification & Content Advisories

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Primary: TV-MA

TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

International Certification Matrix

United Kingdom (BBFC)15

Suitable only for 15 years and over.

United States (MPAA)TV-MA

Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.

Germany (FSK)16

FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Take

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What is The Take about?

Freddie Jackson is released from prison in 1984 having served a four-year sentence for armed robbery. His wife Jackie, who has been waiting for him on the outside in the mistaken belief that that he wants to go straight, soon finds herself disappointed: Freddie is in fact raring to get back into the game and has set his sights on becoming top dog in the East End underworld.

How many seasons does The Take have?

The Take comprises 1 season available to explore.

Who stars in The Take?

Key cast members in The Take include Shaun Evans, Tom Hardy, Charlotte Riley, Kierston Wareing, Margot Leicester.

Who created or directed The Take?

The Take was developed and directed by Martina Cole.