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The Collection

The Collection

★ 6.5/10•2016•1h 0m•TV-MA•Drama
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It's not what they are wearing. It's what they are covering up.

A gripping family drama and entrepreneurial fable, set in a post-war Paris fashion house. It exposes the grit behind the glamour of a rising business, spearheaded by two clashing brothers.

StatusEnded
Runtime1h 0m
LanguageEN
First Air DateSep 2, 2016

Episodes

Episode 1 - The DealE160m

The Deal

1947 Paris. Rising fashion designer Paul Sabine is offered the keys to Paris' fashion kingdom. But he can't do it alone. He needs the help of his volatile brother, Claude, the true genius behind the label. This secret will be kept at any price; but is not the only shadow that will threaten the atelier's fortunes and transform the lives of its work and blood family.

Sep 2, 2016

Episode 2 - The DressE260m

The Dress

The new business marriage with Jules Trouvier, is only hours into its honeymoon, when he and Paul clash over how to run the house. With millions at stake, when Nina is thrust into the unlikely role of a couture model events take a darker turn. But Paul defends his family and his vision despite the risks and the personal cost.

Sep 9, 2016

Episode 3 - The ScentE360m

The Scent

Under pressure to create the Spring show, the Maison is a hive of activity, yet Claude is not creating, and Nina is focused on finding her child. US journalist Rossi returns to question Paul's former boss and mentor, forcing Paul to punish those he loves. Claude finds an unlikely new muse, at the same time as the sailor's dead body is discovered.

Sep 16, 2016

Episode 4 - The LaunchE460m

The Launch

A detective arrives asking questions about the dead body found on Sabine property, while the pressure piles on Paul who has everything riding on the new show. When Nina's modelling debut is a triumph and Paul is lauded as the new fashion Prince, Claude must watch from the wings. But how long will he let his brother take bows for his work...

Sep 23, 2016

Episode 5 - The AfterglowE560m

The Afterglow

Paul's glory is short-lived and instead of basking in the afterglow of a jubilant show, he is questioned about the murder. The rest of the House are struggling with coming to terms with success, Nina and Billy have many questions, and Claude declares he's no longer happy to stay in the shadows.

Sep 30, 2016

Episode 6 - The WeekendE660m

The Weekend

The inner circle of the Maison spend a weekend at Trouvier's chateau. But there, the Sabine family is rocked by untimely revelations, surprising alliances, and relationships that may be damaged beyond repair. Paul will soon discover that a spurned, humiliated staff member may threaten his livelihood more than a mud-slinging reporter.

Oct 7, 2016

Episode 7 - The BetrayalE760m

The Betrayal

The mood is somber following a staffer's road accident, and Helen's attempts to help using her family connections, only raises troubling wartime questions for Paul. Charlotte meanwhile begins her counter attack on the business and threatens to expose Claude as the true genius behind the Paul Sabine label.

Oct 14, 2016

Episode 8 - The OfferE860m

The Offer

The whirlwind of divisive events vexing the house of Paul Sabine reaches its climax. Paul fights to keep hold of his empire, while Yvette tries to broker relations between her sons. Nina and Billy must decide where their future lies, and amid a dazzling celebration at the Maison, the family and the business unravels behind the scenes.

Oct 21, 2016

Actors

Richard Coyle

Richard Coyle

Paul Sabine

Tom Riley

Tom Riley

Claude Sabine

Frances de la Tour

Frances de la Tour

Yvette Sabine

Mamie Gummer

Mamie Gummer

Helen Sabine

Jenna Thiam

Jenna Thiam

Nina

Max Deacon

Max Deacon

Billy Novak

Alix Poisson

Alix Poisson

Charlotte

Sarah Parish

Sarah Parish

Marjorie Stutter

Lisa Jay Jenkins

Lisa Jay Jenkins

Seamstress

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