List of The Slap episodes

The following is a list of episodes for the Australian television drama mini-series, The Slap:

It is based on The Slap, a 2008 multi-award winning novel by Australian author Christos Tsiolkas.[1]

Contents

Series overview

Series Episodes Originally aired DVD release dates
Season premiere Season finale Region 1 Region 2 Region 4
1 8 October 6, 2011 (2011-10-06) November 24, 2011 (2011-11-24) N/A January 9, 2012 (2012-01-09)[2] December 1, 2011 (2011-12-01)[3]

Episodes

# Title Directed by Written by Original Air Date
1 "Hector" Jessica Hobbs Screenplay by: Kris Mrksa 6 October 2011 (2011-10-06)
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. 
2 "Anouk" Jessica Hobbs Screenplay by: Emily Ballou 13 October 2011 (2011-10-13)
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. 
3 "Harry" Matthew Saville Screenplay by: Brendan Cowell 20 October 2011 (2011-10-20)
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. 
4 "Connie" Matthew Saville Screenplay by: Brendan Cowell 27 October 2011 (2011-10-27)
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. 
5 "Rosie" Robert Connolly Screenplay by: Alice Bell 3 November 2011 (2011-11-03)
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. 
6 "Manolis" Tony Ayres Screenplay by: Kris Mrksa 10 November 2011 (2011-11-10)
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. 
7 "Aisha" Robert Connolly Screenplay by: Emily Ballou 17 November 2011 (2011-11-17)
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. 
8 "Richie" Tony Ayres Screenplay by: Alice Bell 24 November 2011 (2011-11-24)
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. 

Series Ratings

Episode Title Original airdate Viewers Nightly
Rank		 Weekly
Rank
1 "Hector" 6 October 2011 0.946[4] 5 28
2 "Anouk" 13 October 2011 0.912[5] 7 33
3 "Harry" 20 October 2011 0.856 N/A N/A
4 "Connie" 27 October 2011 0.811 N/A N/A
5 "Rosie" 3 November 2011 0.915 N/A N/A
6 "Manolis" 10 November 2011 0.908 N/A N/A
7 "Aisha" 17 November 2011 N/A N/A N/A
8 "Richie" 24 November 2011 N/A N/A N/A

References

  1. ^ "The Slap". TV Tonight. 2011-09-30. http://www.tvtonight.com.au/2011/09/the-slap.html. Retrieved 2011-10-24. 
  2. ^ "Revolver Entertainment - "The Slap" DVD". Revolver Entertainment. http://www.noblepr.co.uk/Press_Releases/revolver/the-slap.htm. Retrieved 2011-11-21. 
  3. ^ "The Slap". Hopscotch Films. http://www.hopscotchfilms.com.au/entertainment/coming-soon-1/the-slap-2-1. Retrieved 2011-10-24. 
  4. ^ "Week 41". TV Tonight. 2011-10-09. http://www.tvtonight.com.au/2011/10/week-41-4.html. Retrieved 2011-10-24. 
  5. ^ "Week 42". TV Tonight. http://www.tvtonight.com.au/2011/10/week-42-4.html. Retrieved 2011-10-24.