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 8Paid | Amazon Instant Video
Length: 50:00
Posted: 1/27/2012
As Monica waits to meet her fate, wedding preparations continue at The Grand and the staff rebels. Speculation runs rampant about who financed Monica's defense. watch
Episode 7Paid | Amazon Instant Video
Length: 49:00
Posted: 1/27/2012
When James gets called back to London, Monica finds herself with no place to stay, leading to a horrifying turn of events. Anticipating their wedding, Marcus and Ruth move into The Grand, much to Ruth's dismay. watch