TV series
The Slap
Overview
Hector and his wife Aisha plan a party for family and friends, but the day doesn't turn out as they expected when Hector's hot-headed cousin Harry slaps a misbehaving child. The party ends abruptly with the child's parents threatening legal action, and a chain of events is ignited that will uncover secrets, challenge core values, and leave the party guests and hosts forever changed.
Details
- First air date
- 2015-02-12
- Status
- Ended
- Seasons
- 1 season
- Episodes
- 8 episodes
- Genres
- Drama
- Network
- NBC
- Production
- Universal Television, Matchbox Pictures
- Country
- US
- Original language
- EN
Cast
- Brian Cox as Manolis
- Melissa George as Rosie
- Lucas Hedges as Ritchie
- Marin Ireland as Sandi
- Makenzie Leigh as Connie
- Thandiwe Newton as Aisha
- Zachary Quinto as Harry
- Thomas Sadoski as Gary
- Peter Sarsgaard as Hector
- Uma Thurman as Anouk
- Maria Tucci as Koula
- Dylan Schombing as Hugo
Creators and crew
- Jon Robin Baitz - Creator
- Walter F. Parkes - Creator
- Chris Oliver-Taylor - Executive Producer
- Jon Robin Baitz - Executive Producer
- Lisa Cholodenko - Executive Producer
- Laurie MacDonald - Executive Producer
Episodes
Episode 1: Hector
During Hector's 40th birthday celebration, a child is slapped by a man that isn't his father.
Episode 2: Harry
Harry fears his reputation and lifestyle are at risk when police become involved.
Episode 3: Anouk
Days after the incident, Anouk finds unexpected responses from those around her.
Episode 4: Manolis
Manolis watches as his family is divided, while attempting to set things right.
Episode 5: Connie
Connie tries to comfort Harry, but his reaction causes her to make a difficult decision.
Episode 6: Aisha
Aisha attempts to restore her marriage by going away with Hector, but their holiday does not go as planned.
Episode 7: Rosie
After Rosie is finally given her day in court, the friends from the barbecue are all reunited.
Episode 8: Richie
Lies, betrayal, and adultery all come to a head, and Richie is caught in the crossfire.
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