The Slap
Traces the shattering repercussions of a single event upon a group of family and friends. Based on Christos Tsiolkas' best-selling novel.
Genre: Drama
Cast:Jonathan LaPaglia , Sophie Okonedo , Melissa George , Alex Dimitriades , Sophie Lowe , Essie Davis , Lex Marinos , Blake Davis , William McInnes , Anthony Hayes , Julian Mineo , Adrian Van Der Heyden , Diana Glenn , Toula Yianni , Liberty Townsend , Raffaele Costabile , Jane Allsop , Steve Mouzakis
S1.E1 ∙ Hector
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.
S1.E2 ∙ Anouk
In the days and weeks after the slap Anouk discovers that the incident has unleashed unexpected responses from those around her.
S1.E3 ∙ Harry
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.
S1.E4 ∙ Connie
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.
S1.E5 ∙ Rosie
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.
S1.E6 ∙ Manolis
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.
S1.E7 ∙ Aisha
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.
S1.E8 ∙ Richie
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.
