7.3/10113 votes#1 - Hector
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 10/6/2011
It's Hector's 40th birthday and friends and family gather at his house for a BBQ. But in amongst the celebrations one of the guests slaps a child that is not his own. No-one can see it at the time but this single act begins to unravel the social fabric which once linked them all together.
Director: Jessica Hobbs
Writer: Kris Mrksa
7.4/1094 votes#2 - Anouk
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 10/13/2011
In the days and weeks after the slap Anouk discovers that the incident has unleashed unexpected responses from those around her. She is torn between her friendships and her beliefs and faces decisions about her own life which threaten to overwhelm her.
Director: Jessica Hobbs
Writer: Emily Ballou
7.5/1084 votes#3 - Harry
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 10/20/2011
As the police become involved, Harry and Sandi begin to fear that the slap will threaten their reputation, lifestyle, and most importantly their family. Harry tries to take matters into his own hands but it's too late.
Director: Matthew Saville
Writer: Brendan Cowell
7.2/1081 votes#4 - Connie
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 10/27/2011
Things with Connie and Hector haven't been the same since the slap. She decides to confront Hector but his reaction propels her into a decision that will have serious consequences.
Director: Matthew Saville
Writer: Alice Bell
7.5/1068 votes#5 - Rosie
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 11/3/2011
Rosie's outrage has been building since the slap and now finally she is given her day in court. The friends from the BBQ gather again but this time under very different circumstances. Director:
Director: Robert Connolly
Writer: Cate Shortland
7.1/1073 votes#6 - Manolis
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 11/10/2011
Struggling to understand the selfishness and greed of his children's generation, Manolis watches in alarm as the slap divides his family. He calls on a special bond to try to and put things right.
Director: Tony Ayres
Writer: Kris Mrksa
7.1/1067 votes#7 - Aisha
Season 1 Episode 7 - Aired 11/17/2011
The slap has taken a toll on Hector and Aisha's relationship, or maybe it has just exposed the issues that were already there. They go away together to try to restore their marriage, but their holiday does not turn out as planned.
Director: Robert Connolly
Writer: Emily Ballou
7.6/1066 votes#8 - Richie
Season 1 Episode 8 - Aired 11/24/2011
Lies, betrayal and adultery all come to a head as people are forced to make decisions about their lives and behaviour. When Richie gets caught in the crossfire, he looks to a desperate solution.
Director: Tony Ayres
Writer: Brendan Cowell
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When a man slaps a 4-year-old boy, the incident results in an intense court case.
Genre:Drama
Network:ABC TV
Season 1 Ratings Summary
"Hector" is the best rated episode of "The Slap" season 1. It scored 7.3/10 based on 113 votes. Directed by Jessica Hobbs and written by Kris Mrksa, it aired on 10/6/2011. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Anouk".