The Singapore Grip

Season 1

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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.

Where to Watch Season 1

6 Episodes

  • Singapore for Beginners
    E1
    Singapore for BeginnersFor 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.
  • The Great World
    E2
    The Great WorldMatthew 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, Matthew, exhausted and fever-ridden, finds himself torn between two women, and America joins the war.
  • Engagement
    E3
    EngagementThe 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, Sylvia's brother, re-joins his regiment and Ehrendorf volunteers, and Matthew makes a momentous decision.
  • The Singapore Grip
    E4
    The Singapore GripMatthew learns the true nature of life in Malaya as the Japanese tighten their grip on the continent.
  • The Human Condition
    E5
    The Human ConditionWalter is given a surprising opportunity as Matthew determines to save Vera from the chaos taking root.
  • Survival Instinct
    E6
    Survival InstinctWith 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 of Season 1

  • David MorrisseyWalter Blackett
  • Jane HorrocksSylvia Blackett
  • Georgia BlizzardJoan Blackett
  • Charles DanceMr Webb
  • Elizabeth TanVera Chiang
  • Luke TreadawayMatthew Webb
  • Colm MeaneyMajor Brendan Archer
  • Bart EdwardsJames Ehrendorf
  • Craig Haydon
  • Farah AbushweshaProducer

 

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