The BEST episodes of The Paradise season 1

Every episode of The Paradise season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Paradise season 1!

The Paradise revolves around the lives of the people who live and work in the store, each bound in their own way by the power of the world they live in, and the pasts that follow them there. A love story, mystery, and social comedy all in one.

Last Updated: 12/4/2024Network: BBC OneStatus: Ended
Episode 8
star
8.29
250 votes

#1 - Episode 8

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 11/13/2012

As the wedding approaches, a dangerous discovery in the dead of night sends shockwaves through the Paradise. Excitement spreads when Moray announces a party for the staff to celebrate his marriage, forcing him to realise where his heart truly lies. His wedding day arrives, but can Moray find the courage when he needs it most, or will the threat of losing the Paradise stop him from following his heart?

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Episode 3
star
8.24
217 votes

#2 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/9/2012

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.

Directors: David Drury
Writer: Gaby Chiappe
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Episode 1
star
8.22
294 votes

#3 - Episode 1

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/25/2012

In 1875, Denise Lovett arrives in Newcastle to work in her Uncle Edmund's drapery shop. Edmund faces stiff competition from the newly opened department store, the Paradiise, run by daring and risk-taking John Moray. Unable to support herself by working in her uncle's shop, Denise takes on a position as sales assitant in the Ladies' department at The Paradise under the severe Miss Audrey.

Directors: Marc Jobst
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Episode 6
star
8.09
249 votes

#4 - Episode 6

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/30/2012

When exotic lovebirds arrive as the new attraction to be sold at the Paradise, an overexcited Pauline offers to man the counter in an attempt to impress Sam. With Dudley's words ringing in his ears, Moray commits to a life-changing decision but regrets his action almost immediately. Despite the warnings of an experienced Miss Audrey, Denise is unable to keep her true feelings from Moray any longer. Will her actions cause her to leave the Paradise for good?

Directors: Sue Tully
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Episode 4
star
8.00
222 votes

#5 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/16/2012

When Miss Audrey develops a mysterious illness, her absence creates a vacancy for a temporary head of ladieswear. With a potential client expected to make a large order, Moray and Dudley's decision causes friction and jealousy between Denise and Clara. Katherine enjoys the effect Peter is having on her life, but is it enough to banish all thoughts of Moray?

Directors: Sue Tully
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Episode 5
star
7.85
219 votes

#6 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/23/2012

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.

Directors: Marc Jobst
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Episode 2
star
7.57
225 votes

#7 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/2/2012

A rich customer's erratic spending worries the staff but pleases Moray. After Sam attempts to help the woman her grateful thanks lead to a misunderstanding that threatens both his career and the store's reputation. Miss Audrey is given the task of leading the Miss Paradise Pink promotion in the store. After she gets flustered though she turns to Denise for help.

Directors: David Drury
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Episode 7
star
7.40
217 votes

#8 - Episode 7

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 11/6/2012

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.

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