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Season 1 – The Paradise on Masterpiece

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A country girl moves to the city and takes a job at The Paradise, England's first department store.
The Paradise on Masterpiece — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

The Paradise is a modest and winsome romance that luxuriates in its attractive cast and period trappings like a comforting blanket.

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Neil Midgley Daily Telegraph (UK) 07/16/2020
2/5
The first episode was such a pastiche, it's hard to see how Wood could manage to send it up any further. Go to Full Review Mark Lawson Guardian 07/16/2020
Television drama risks becoming not a department store but a one-product shop. Go to Full Review Michael Hogan Daily Telegraph (UK) 07/16/2020
The Paradise blew its budget on fancy packaging and forgot about the product. I was left feeling short-changed. Go to Full Review Jasper Rees The Arts Desk 07/16/2020
The Paradise's eight-hour journey eventually resolved itself into an unequal tussle between love and pragmatism. Go to Full Review Mary Ann Brussat Spirituality & Practice 07/01/2015
4/5
TV series about a spirited and creative young woman whose enthusiasm for work is a wonder to behold. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Christina H Jul 15 I thought it was wonderful, witty, funny, a good period drama and amazing! The colors, the clothing, the storyline and the actors I give 5 stars!! I loved it! See more Jennifer S 08/23/2024 It pulls you in and you can't wait for the next episode. I love period dramas. I wish there were more than two seasons. See more 05/28/2019 Wonderful Series, It transports the viewer into a new world of the Victorian Era with charm and Beauty. The story and characters are not only captivating but have a lot of heart. The Paradise advertises working in retail with such a creativity unlike any other. It truly made me look at every day things with more appreciation after getting immersed into their World. Denise's character has such a sweetness and innocence about her , once cannot help but adore her. Not only because she sets the bar high for anyone to thrive into giving their best. But above all its a story of hope to achieve ones dreams no matter their station. See more Robbie K 01/22/2019 The Paradise is a modest and winsome romance that luxuriates in its attractive cast and period trappings like a comforting blanket. See more 10/29/2018 What a complete feminist nonsense See more 11/04/2017 The story line was lacking and extremely predictable. The acting was mediocre at best. The only shining star would be the costume design. See more Read all reviews
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Joanna Vanderham

Denise Lovett

Emun Elliott

Moray

David Hayman

Jonas

Laura Power

Lucille

Peter Wight

Edmund Lovett

Matthew McNulty

Dudley

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Sep 25, 2012 Episode 1 Denise catches the eye of Moray, owner of `The Paradise' after starting her new job there. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 2, 2012 Episode 2 A misunderstanding threatens Sam's career. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 9, 2012 Episode 3 A shocking discovery in ladieswear causes ripples through the store; Katherine pursues another man; Miss Audrey bans Denise from having any more ideas. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 16, 2012 Episode 4 Miss Audrey develops a mysterious illness, which provokes a rivalry between Denise and Clara; Katherine is conflicted about her feelings for Moray. Details Episode 5 Aired Oct 23, 2012 Episode 5 Katherine meddles with Moray's efforts to buy the other shops on the street; clues to Jonas' mysterious past are revealed. Details Episode 6 Aired Oct 30, 2012 Episode 6 Moray commits to a life-changing decision and Jonas resorts to blackmail. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 6, 2012 Episode 7 Katherine prepares for the wedding; Denise proves her aptitude for business; Glendenning spots Moray consoling Denise. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 13, 2012 Episode 8 A corpse is found in the river; Moray plans to call off the wedding because of his feelings for Denise. Details

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The Paradise on Masterpiece — Season 1

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Season Info

Director
Marc Jobst, Susan Tully, David Drury
Screenwriter
Gaby Chiappe, Bill Gallagher, Katie Baxendale
Network
BBC
Rating
TV-PG
Genre
Drama, Romance
Original Language
British English
Release Date
Sep 25, 2012