As the most opulent hotel in Manchester, England, during the decadent Roaring '20s, The Grand is more than a building. It's a nexus for schemes, scandals, romance, and intrigue. For owner John Bannerman, The Grand symbolizes a tradition of luxury and elegance begun by his father. For Marcus Bannerman, it becomes a risky investment and a way to entice his brother's wife into bed. And for the maids and porters employed there, it represents a possible escape from their hardscrabble pasts--and an endless source of backstairs gossip.Written by Russell T Davies (Casanova, Touching Evil) and featuring three-time Emmy-winner Susan Hampshire, this is addictive period drama in the tradition of Upstairs, Downstairs and The Duchess of Duke Street. Divided by class and circumstance or tied together by love and loyalty, the myriad characters who populate The Grand prove unforgettable. watch
Episode 10Paid | Amazon Instant Video
Length: 52:00
Posted: 2/9/2012
Kate introduces Stephen to her parents, but his involvement with the club threatens their relationship. On the morning of Charles's christening, Mr. Collins tells Marcus the baby's true parentage, and Marcus suffers a crisis of conscience. watch
Episode 9Paid | Amazon Instant Video
Length: 51:00
Posted: 1/27/2012
Baby Charles's birth mother forces Ruth to give her a job at The Grand. After Kate's promotion to assistant housekeeper, Mrs. Harvey walks out, leaving Kate to direct the staff on an exceptionally busy night. watch