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The Paradise
| Next Airing: | Mon, Jan 6th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD |
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Set amidst the Victorian splendour of Britain's first department store, The Paradise is a rags-to-riches story of a young girl who falls in love with the intoxicating charms of the modern world. As Denise finds her feet as a lowly shopgirl, she must navigate her way through power struggles, intrigues and affairs. When the shop's dashing and reckless owner, John Moray, spots her talents she knows she can use this opportunity to rise to great things. Through sexy, episodic stories driven by romance and glamour, this series creates a world as colourful and captivating as the silks on display in the store. This is a love story, a story of ambition and progress, with a mysterious, dark secret at its heart.
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Episode 1
Danes Lovett, a young and ambitious country girl with only her wits to live on, arrives in a booming Northern city to take up a long-held promise of work in her uncle's drapery shop. But she soon discovers that her uncle cannot afford to employ her, as most of his customers have been seduced away by The Paradise, England's first department store, right across the street.
Next Airing: Mon, Jan 6th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:23 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 2
Katherine Glendenning's oldest friend, Jocelin, pays a visit and is soon seduced by wonders of The Paradise. But her erratic spending begins to concern the staff; are her actions masking a secret? When Sam comes to Jocelin's rescue in the Great Hall, a chance moment leads to a misunderstanding that threatens his career and the reputation of The Paradise. And it's left up to Pauline to save the day.
Next Airing: Tue, Jan 7th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:23 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 3
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.
Next Airing: Wed, Jan 8th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:23 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 4
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?
Next Airing: Thu, Jan 9th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:23 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 5
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.
Next Airing: Fri, Jan 10th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:23 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 6
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. Jonas resorts to blackmail to ensure his secret dealings remain hidden.
Next Airing: Mon, Jan 13th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:23 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 7
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.
Next Airing: Tue, Jan 14th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:23 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 8
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?
Next Airing: Wed, Jan 15th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:23 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 1
The Paradise's fortunes are dwindling without Moray, and a saboteur is revealed in its midst. Only one person can restore the Paradise to its former glory.
Next Airing: Thu, Jan 16th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:02 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 2
When Moray's Parisian friend brings her fireworks to the Paradise, sparks fly and innocent victims become embroiled in her games as she awakens their innermost desires.
Next Airing: Fri, Jan 17th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:51:49 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 3
When Tom Weston cancels the annual staff outing, Denise brings the music hall to the Paradise, and fierce competition for head of Ladieswear reveals hidden truths.
Next Airing: Tue, Jan 21st, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:06 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 4
Denise realises it can be lonely at the top, and a shock arrival from Susy's past has disastrous consequences. Moray strikes a dangerous deal to win the Paradise back.
Next Airing: Wed, Jan 22nd, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:51:36 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 5
The Paradise's new display of pocket watches is a hypnotising attraction, and Moray's scheming has adverse consequences for Katherine and Denise.
Next Airing: Thu, Jan 23rd, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:10 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 6
Denise gets the chance to use her initiative, but her hard work is undermined by Moray and Katherine's entanglement. A newlywed couple promotes intrigue amongst the girls.
Next Airing: Fri, Jan 24th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:08 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 7
A photographer visits The Paradise and his portraits reveal extraordinary things. The supernatural takes hold of The Paradise and Denise distracts herself from a broken heart.
Next Airing: Mon, Jan 27th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:10 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027 -
Episode 8
Clemence returns to the Paradise and finds herself at the mercy of Tom Weston. Moray risks everything to be rid of his nemesis, but can he and Denise make their love work?
Next Airing: Tue, Jan 28th, 2025 at 3:00 PM on KUED-HD Length: 00:52:13 Usage rights: Expires 4/14/2027
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