The Paradise

2012 • PBS
4.6
35 reviews
Eligible
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Season 1 episodes (8)

1 Episode 1
11/20/13
Season-only
Denise adapts to survive in her new job at The Paradise, a glamorous department store in a booming Victorian city, and catches the eye of Moray, the store's charismatic owner. Moray has big ambitions to expand, but at what cost?
2 Episode 2
11/20/13
Season-only
When Sam comes to the rescue of a customer, a misunderstanding threatens his career and The Paradise's reputation. Excitement spreads when a new promotion is announced, leaving Miss Audrey flustered and Denise an opportunity to shine in Moray's eyes.
3 Episode 3
11/20/13
Season-only
A shocking discovery in Ladieswear causes ripples through the store. To test Moray's feelings, Katherine pursues another man. Miss Audrey bans Denise from having any more ideas, forcing Denise to use all her cunning.
4 Episode 4
11/20/13
Season-only
Miss Audrey develops a mysterious illness which provokes a rivalry between Denise and Clara. Katherine enjoys the effect Peter is having on her life, but is it enough to banish all thoughts of Moray?
5 Episode 5
11/20/13
Season-only
Moray's neighbour fulfils his ambition to work at The Paradise, leading to all kinds of trouble within the store. Denise's new brainwave ruffles some feathers, and Katherine goes to extreme lengths to win Moray's attention.
6 Episode 6
11/20/13
Season-only
Denise cannot hold onto her secret any longer but will it spell the end of her career? Moray commits to a life-changing decision, and Jonas resorts to blackmail.
7 Episode 7
11/20/13
Season-only
Katherine sets out to prove her credentials as the soon-to-be Mrs. Moray while Denise wins over the Tollgate Street shopkeepers and rises to her biggest challenge yet.
8 Episode 8
11/20/13
Season-only
With the big day approaching Moray has a big decision to make - can he find the courage when he needs it most? Or will a threatening ghost from the past bring him to his knees?

About this show

Set amidst the Victorian splendour of Britain's first department store, The Paradise is a rags-to-riches story of a young girl who falls in love with the intoxicating charms of the modern world. As Denise finds her feet as a lowly shop girl, the dashing and reckless owner, John Moray, spots her talents and she knows she can use this opportunity to rise to great things. This is a love story, a story of ambition and progress, with a mysterious, dark secret at its heart.

Ratings and reviews

4.6
35 reviews
Claire Lewis
February 2, 2014
This program is excellent made two series ,hoping they make a third. The cd of the music is brilliant too.
Dana Baggett
September 3, 2014
Love to see a bit of historical fiction. Beautiful costumes, sets, and the acting and storyline are strong as well.
Paul UK
December 11, 2015
A really splendid production with a great cast and storyline.