

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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1 Season • 4 Episodes
60 min per episode
2009 – 2009
Premiered: Wed, Jun 17, 2009
Latest Aired Episode
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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The Take - TrailerOfficial
Type: Trailer • Published 2012-06-06
Cast & Creators
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Martina Cole
Martina Cole
Ruth Barrett
Owen McPolin
Chris Ridsdale
Willow Grylls, Helen Flint
Department Leadership Roster
Willow Grylls
Producer
Susie Cullen
Production Design
Alison Byrne
Costume Design
Owen McPolin
Director of Photography
Ruth Barrett
Original Music Composer
Chris Ridsdale
Editor
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TV-MA: Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
International Certification Matrix
Suitable only for 15 years and over.
Mature Audience Only — Specifically designed to be viewed by adults and unsuitable for children under 17.
FSK 16 — Restricted to viewers aged 16 and older.
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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.



















