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Season 1 – The Slap

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Based on the novel by Christos Tsiolkas, this drama explores how a single event can cause significant repercussions for a group of family and friends. The event? A slap. Specifically, a man, Harry, slapping a 4-year-old boy, who is not his son, at the 40th birthday party of Harry's cousin, Hector. The incident infuriates the boys' parents, resulting in a trial where the story is told from the points of view of eight people. "The Slap," as the event comes to be known, greatly affects each character's life and, in turn, results in each character being "slapped" and forced to face truths about themselves.

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The Slap — Season 1

The Slap — Season 1

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Critics Consensus

Though the characters verge on stereotypes, they are aptly executed by The Slap's bright cast, allowing the show's topical themes to shine through in a provocative, meaningful way.

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Melinda Houston Sydney Morning Herald 06/14/2017
This series has been compelling but often uncomfortable viewing, testament to the tremendous performances delivered across the board. Go to Full Review Joe Reid Slate 04/06/2015
Honestly, the best thing about The Slap is that it's ending, and I don't even (entirely) mean that as a backhanded compliment. Go to Full Review Jethro Nededog TheWrap 02/12/2015
The Slap is impressive on the performance side and provocative in story. Go to Full Review Philippa Hawker Australian Book Review 10/14/2017
In the end, like the book, the television manifestation of The Slap is a harsh, not necessarily judgemental, portrait of the generation turning forty, as well as a gentler evocation of those on either side of the divide. Go to Full Review Eden Caceda Junkee 11/20/2015
The producers have hyped up the show to soap opera levels and reverted many of the diverse characters into stereotypes to make them easier to digest. Go to Full Review Ken Tucker Yahoo! TV 03/12/2015
Irritating and fascinating, The Slap is unlike anything else on network TV. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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02/11/2018 I would have slapped that kid too.....very well done! See more 09/28/2015 this is the only broadcast show I like. Hopr your coming back. I love the older couple from Russia See more 05/16/2015 Watch the original Australian version! Much better See more 04/12/2015 Really enjoyed this show but seem to be in the minority See more 03/26/2015 Watch the Original Australian version instead of this "pablum". So many things in the American version are "prettied up" for the American audience and it loses it's bite. Why do we insist on remaking excellent productions into mediocre ones? Pass. See more 03/14/2015 Everyone seems to need serious therapy! In a word: Ick! See more Read all reviews
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Jonathan LaPaglia

Hector

Sophie Okonedo

Aisha

Melissa George

Rosie

Alex Dimitriades

Harry

Essie Davis

Anouk

Lex Marinos

Manolis

Episodes

Episode 1 Aired Oct 6, 2011 Hector When an adult slaps a child on the face during a 40th birthday party, all kinds of chaos ensues, including a court case. Details Episode 2 Aired Oct 13, 2011 Anouk The slap proves to be trivial for Anouk, who is going through things herself. Details Episode 3 Aired Oct 20, 2011 Harry Harry's business, his family and his friends all come under scrutiny as a result of a slap; he struggles with the violent thoughts that keep entering his head. Details Episode 4 Aired Oct 27, 2011 Connie When 17-year-old Connie comes to babysit for Aisha and Hector, she sees an opportunity to get close to him. Details Episode 5 Aired Nov 3, 2011 Rosie Rosie has her court date and Harry will finally get the punishment he deserves; however, "The Slap" has turned her into an obsessive and it threatens her relationship with friends and family, especially her husband Gary. Details Episode 6 Aired Nov 10, 2011 Manolis For Hector's father Manolis, who faces his mortality, the "Slap" illuminates the selfishness and greed of his children's generation; he is concerned by how the event has divided his family and yearns to return to a simpler life in the old country. Details Episode 7 Aired Nov 17, 2011 Aisha Aisha and Hector go on their anniversary holiday, where she meets temptation and he makes a confession. Details Episode 8 Aired Nov 24, 2011 Richie Richie is confused by his sexuality and is cracking under the strain of keeping Connie's confidence that Hector raped her. Details

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The Slap — Season 1

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Season Info

Executive Producer
Penny Chapman, Carole Sklan
Screenwriter
Brendan Cowell, Cate Shortland
Network
ABC Australia
Genre
Drama, Action
Original Language
Australian English
Release Date
Oct 6, 2011