S01E01 Singapore for Beginners
For rubber baron Walter Blackett and his family, 1941 Singapore is full of wealth and privilege, where the horrors of war-torn Europe are a distant whisper. But when their power and stability are rocked by...
The Singapore Grip
S01E01: Singapore for Beginners
For rubber baron Walter Blackett and his family, 1941 Singapore is full of wealth and privilege, where the horrors of war-torn Europe are a distant whisper. But when their power and stability are rocked by new arrivals and the looming threat of a Japanese invasion, Walter has a cunning plan.
Overview
In colonial Singapore during World War Two, this epic drama follows the schemes – both commercial and amorous – of a wealthy British family as they struggle to preserve their prosperous business amid cataclysmic world events.
Episodes
S01E02 The Great World
Matthew adjusts to life in Singapore and acquaints himself with his father's rubber trade, but is troubled when he discovers that dubious practices are taking place. After an evening of Singaporean entertainment with the Blacketts,...
S01E03 Engagement
The Blacketts intensify their campaign to secure Matthew's allegiances and Walter remains obstinate, despite the Japanese bombing Singapore. Vera nurses Matthew through his fevered delirium while the Major is warned not to trust her. Charlie,...
S01E04 The Singapore Grip
Matthew learns the true nature of life in Malaya as the Japanese tighten their grip on the continent.
S01E05 The Human Condition
Walter is given a surprising opportunity as Matthew determines to save Vera from the chaos taking root.
S01E06 Survival Instinct
With time running out in Singapore, Walter struggles to face the grim reality and Matthew is on a mission to save the woman he loves.
Cast
David Morrissey
Walter Blackett
Jane Horrocks
Sylvia Blackett
Georgia Blizzard
Joan Blackett
Charles Dance
Mr Webb
Elizabeth Tan
Vera Chiang
Luke Treadaway
Matthew Webb
Colm Meaney
Major Brendan Archer
Bart Edwards
James Ehrendorf
Craig Haydon
