The essential episodes of The Paradise

Watch these 15 in order and you've got The Paradise — each pick states its reason.

1. 01

   S01E01 · Pilot · September 25, 2012 · 1h

   Episode 16.5

   Country girl Denise adapts to survive in her new job at The Paradise, a glamorous department store, and catches the eye of its owner.

2. 02

   S01E02 · Top rated · October 2, 2012 · 1h

   Episode 26.5

   When Sam comes to the aid of a customer, a misunderstanding threatens his career and The Paradise's reputation. Excitement spreads when a new promotion is announced.

3. 03

   S01E03 · Top rated · October 9, 2012 · 1h

   Episode 36.5

   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.

4. 04

   S01E04 · Top rated · October 16, 2012 · 1h

   Episode 46.5

   Miss Audrey develops a mysterious illness, which provokes a rivalry between Denise and Clara. Katherine enjoys the effect Peter is having on her life.

5. 05

   S01E05 · Top rated · October 23, 2012 · 1h

   Episode 56.5

   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.

6. 06

   S01E06 · Top rated · October 30, 2012 · 1h

   Episode 66.5

   Denise cannot hold onto her secret any longer but will it spell the end of her career? Moray commits to a life-changing decision, and Jonas resorts to blackmail.

7. 07

   S01E08 · Top rated · November 13, 2012 · 1h

   Episode 86.5

   With his wedding day approaching Moray has a big decision to make - can he find the courage when he needs it most? Or will a ghost from the past bring him to his knees?

8. 08

   S02E01 · Season 2 peak · October 20, 2013 · 1h

   Episode 16.5

   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.

9. 09

   S02E02 · Top rated · October 27, 2013 · 1h

   Episode 26.0

   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.

10. 10

    S02E03 · Top rated · November 3, 2013 · 1h

    Episode 36.0

    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.

11. 11

    S02E04 · Top rated · November 10, 2013 · 1h

    Episode 46.0

    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.

12. 12

    S02E05 · Top rated · November 17, 2013 · 1h

    Episode 55.0

    The Paradise's new display of pocket watches is a hypnotising attraction, and Moray's scheming has adverse consequences for Katherine and Denise.

13. 13

    S02E06 · Top rated · November 24, 2013 · 1h

    Episode 65.5

    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.

14. 14

    S02E07 · Top rated · December 1, 2013 · 1h

    Episode 75.5

    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.

15. 15

    S02E08 · Series finale · December 8, 2013 · 1h

    Episode 85.0

    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?