The Slap

The Slap

7.1/10
ABC Ended Drama

1 Season · 8 Episodes · Premiered October 6, 2011 · Ended November 24, 2011

The Slap is a bold, provocative television drama series that forensically examines the mores and morality of contemporary middleclass life. Based on Christos Tsiolkas' bestselling novel, this 8-part drama series traces the shattering repercussions of a single event upon a group of family and friends.

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Seasons & Episodes

Season 1

8 episodes
E01
Hector
Thu, Oct 6 2011 9:30 AM GMT+0000 60 min
It's Hector's 40th birthday and friends and family gather at his house for a BBQ. But in amongst the celebrations one of the guests slaps a child that is not his own. No-one can see it at the time but this single act begins to unravel the social fabric which once linked them all together.
E02
Anouk
Thu, Oct 13 2011 9:30 AM GMT+0000 60 min
In the days and weeks after the slap Anouk discovers that the incident has unleashed unexpected responses from those around her. She is torn between her friendships and her beliefs and faces decisions about her own life which threaten to overwhelm her.
E03
Harry
Thu, Oct 20 2011 9:30 AM GMT+0000 60 min
As the police become involved, Harry and Sandi begin to fear that the slap will threaten their reputation, lifestyle, and most importantly their family. Harry tries to take matters into his own hands but it's too late.
E04
Connie
Thu, Oct 27 2011 9:30 AM GMT+0000 60 min
Things with Connie and Hector haven't been the same since the slap. She decides to confront Hector but his reaction propels her into a decision that will have serious consequences.
E05
Rosie
Thu, Nov 3 2011 9:30 AM GMT+0000 60 min
Rosie's outrage has been building since the slap and now finally she is given her day in court. The friends from the BBQ gather again but this time under very different circumstances.
E06
Manolis
Thu, Nov 10 2011 9:30 AM GMT+0000 60 min
Struggling to understand the selfishness and greed of his children's generation, Manolis watches in alarm as the slap divides his family. He calls on a special bond to try to and put things right.
E07
Aisha
Thu, Nov 17 2011 9:30 AM GMT+0000 60 min
The slap has taken a toll on Hector and Aisha's relationship, or maybe it has just exposed the issues that were already there. They go away together to try to restore their marriage, but their holiday does not turn out as planned.
E08
Richie
Thu, Nov 24 2011 9:30 AM GMT+0000 60 min
Lies, betrayal and adultery all come to a head as people are forced to make decisions about their lives and behaviour. When Richie gets caught in the crossfire, he looks to a desperate solution.
Alex Dimitriades
Alex Dimitriades as Harry
Melissa George
Melissa George as Rosie
Jonathan LaPaglia
Jonathan LaPaglia as Hector
Sophie Okonedo
Sophie Okonedo as Aisha
Essie Davis
Essie Davis as Anouk
Sophie Lowe
Sophie Lowe as Connie

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