1 00:00:06,077 --> 00:00:10,582 Not too night and tidy. Pile them up. I want Treasure Island in here. 2 00:00:10,582 --> 00:00:14,753 Aladdin's Cave. Very good. Very good. 3 00:00:14,753 --> 00:00:16,880 Great work, Henri. You're a genius. 4 00:00:16,880 --> 00:00:20,383 Well done, ladies. We are making history here. 5 00:00:20,383 --> 00:00:22,886 Mr Selfridge, if these figures... Not now, Crabb. 6 00:00:22,886 --> 00:00:25,805 We have a store to open. All well in accessories, Miss Mardle? 7 00:00:25,805 --> 00:00:28,391 We are missing half the ribbon consignment. 8 00:00:28,391 --> 00:00:32,020 Improvise. I know I can rely on you and your excellent assistants. 9 00:00:32,020 --> 00:00:34,314 Can't we, ladies? ALL: Yes, Mr Selfridge. 10 00:00:34,314 --> 00:00:37,275 That is the spirit. I'm proud of you all. 11 00:00:37,275 --> 00:00:39,945 Well, get on with your work. 12 00:00:39,945 --> 00:00:43,073 Miss Bunting, all going to plan here in the fashion department? 13 00:00:43,073 --> 00:00:46,493 Yes, Mr Selfridge. We are going to dazzle the world. 14 00:00:46,493 --> 00:00:49,454 Yes, Mr Selfridge. 15 00:00:49,454 --> 00:00:51,873 What do you think, Grove? Your honest opinion. 16 00:00:51,873 --> 00:00:55,377 Honesty, Chief? Do you really think London is ready for all this? 17 00:00:55,377 --> 00:00:57,712 Ready for it? London is crying out for it. 18 00:00:57,712 --> 00:01:01,091 We're giving them style, glamour, razzmatazz. 19 00:01:01,091 --> 00:01:03,218 Once they see what we have done here, 20 00:01:03,218 --> 00:01:05,303 there'll be no turning back. 21 00:01:49,264 --> 00:01:52,642 Hmmm. I don't know. 22 00:01:52,642 --> 00:01:55,770 Those are the very finest kids, sir. I'm sure they are. 23 00:01:55,770 --> 00:01:59,107 I'd like to see some more. What would you like to see, sir? 24 00:02:00,859 --> 00:02:03,028 Well maybe I don't know until I see it. 25 00:02:04,195 --> 00:02:06,781 Why don't we get a whole lot of 'em on the counter 26 00:02:06,781 --> 00:02:09,242 and then we can see what we like. 27 00:02:09,242 --> 00:02:11,828 That's not how it's done here, sir. Come on. 28 00:02:12,871 --> 00:02:15,290 Let's have a little bit of fun. 29 00:02:15,290 --> 00:02:17,959 No, please, sir. You'll get me into trouble. 30 00:02:17,959 --> 00:02:20,503 You only live once. 31 00:02:20,503 --> 00:02:22,130 All right. 32 00:02:25,050 --> 00:02:26,509 That is more like it. 33 00:02:26,509 --> 00:02:29,304 Which pair would you choose out of the whole lot? 34 00:02:29,304 --> 00:02:31,431 These. Why is that? 35 00:02:31,431 --> 00:02:35,101 I love the colour and the softness of the leather. 36 00:02:35,101 --> 00:02:38,146 It's finest Nappa from Florence. 37 00:02:38,146 --> 00:02:39,773 Try 'em on. 38 00:02:39,773 --> 00:02:42,317 Go on. Don't be scared. 39 00:02:47,656 --> 00:02:51,701 What a great choice. What's your name? 40 00:02:51,701 --> 00:02:54,204 Agnus Towler, sir. Agnus Towler. 41 00:02:54,204 --> 00:02:56,539 Might I be of any assistance, sir? 42 00:02:56,539 --> 00:02:59,417 Oh, no, thank you. This young lady is doing just fine. 43 00:02:59,417 --> 00:03:03,546 May I enquire if sir actually intends making a purchase? 44 00:03:03,546 --> 00:03:07,759 What if I said I was just looking? This is a shop not an exhibition! 45 00:03:07,759 --> 00:03:09,886 I've had my eye on you for a while. 46 00:03:09,886 --> 00:03:11,888 I suggest that you hop it. 47 00:03:15,684 --> 00:03:19,604 Thank you for your time, Miss Towler. It's been a pleasure. 48 00:03:21,481 --> 00:03:23,942 Ah. Miss Towler. 49 00:03:23,942 --> 00:03:26,987 You can collect your cards. You're dismissed. 50 00:03:26,987 --> 00:03:31,283 But I didn't do anything. We don't need your sort here. 51 00:03:31,283 --> 00:03:33,368 And don't expect any references. 52 00:03:42,127 --> 00:03:47,257 Agnes, I'm glad I caught you. Someone left this for you. 53 00:03:57,809 --> 00:03:59,853 (BRASS BAND MUSIC) 54 00:04:20,498 --> 00:04:22,584 (INHALES AND EXHALES DEEPLY) 55 00:04:25,670 --> 00:04:28,548 This Selfridge seems to have a high opinion of himself. 56 00:04:28,548 --> 00:04:31,092 Well, he's American. That's what they're like. 57 00:04:35,221 --> 00:04:40,060 Gentlemen, welcome to Selfridge and Waring. 58 00:04:46,191 --> 00:04:48,944 You know, you're standing on the very spot 59 00:04:48,944 --> 00:04:53,490 where the biggest and best department store in the whole world 60 00:04:53,490 --> 00:04:56,743 is shortly going to rise up out of the rubble. 61 00:04:56,743 --> 00:05:00,372 With respect, sir, we're standing in a hole in the ground 62 00:05:00,372 --> 00:05:02,832 at the dead end of Oxford Street. 63 00:05:02,832 --> 00:05:05,835 This is no ordinary hole. 64 00:05:05,835 --> 00:05:08,630 This is a million dollar hole. 65 00:05:08,630 --> 00:05:10,465 And in less than one year... 66 00:05:10,465 --> 00:05:15,345 Yes. ONE year. ..this will be the live end of Oxford Street. 67 00:05:16,137 --> 00:05:22,352 Gentlemen, this is the best site in London. 68 00:05:23,895 --> 00:05:27,274 Ah, here's my partner. Mr Waring. 69 00:05:27,274 --> 00:05:30,151 Better late than never. Come join the party. Stop! 70 00:05:30,151 --> 00:05:32,112 Now! 71 00:05:35,073 --> 00:05:37,701 A word with you in private, Selfridge. 72 00:05:40,745 --> 00:05:42,872 It's over. I'm pulling out. 73 00:05:42,872 --> 00:05:45,000 What the hell are you talking about? 74 00:05:45,000 --> 00:05:47,127 You've ignored all our agreements. 75 00:05:47,127 --> 00:05:51,047 This ridiculous band. To entertain the construction workers. 76 00:05:51,047 --> 00:05:54,092 Hiring staff when your store isn't even built yet. 77 00:05:54,092 --> 00:05:57,470 Your reckless advertising policy. The whole thing is madness. 78 00:05:57,470 --> 00:06:00,599 We shook on this. You gave me your word as an English gentleman. 79 00:06:00,599 --> 00:06:04,060 I'm sorry. These things happen. I will ask just one thing. 80 00:06:04,060 --> 00:06:08,189 What's that? Don't breathe a word to anyone until we're up and running. 81 00:06:08,189 --> 00:06:13,028 You swear to that. All right. Then I consider myself released. 82 00:06:13,028 --> 00:06:15,030 Goodbye, Mr Waring. 83 00:06:20,452 --> 00:06:22,579 (BREATHES RAGGEDLY) 84 00:06:22,579 --> 00:06:26,708 Gentlemen, my assistants will give you all the literature you need 85 00:06:26,708 --> 00:06:29,377 about my new store. 86 00:06:29,377 --> 00:06:33,506 Now, if you have any questions, my door is always open to you. 87 00:06:44,935 --> 00:06:49,314 Mr Selfridge, how's the partnership with old Waring holding up? 88 00:06:50,357 --> 00:06:53,985 Who wants to know? Frank Edwards. London Evening News. 89 00:06:53,985 --> 00:06:57,322 I know who you are even if our paths haven't crossed. 90 00:06:57,322 --> 00:07:01,409 People tell me that you are one of the best connected men in London. 91 00:07:01,409 --> 00:07:03,536 I know it from top to bottom, sir. 92 00:07:03,536 --> 00:07:07,207 The press will always be friends of mine in my store. 93 00:07:07,207 --> 00:07:09,793 We're gonna be making news, Mr Edwards. 94 00:07:09,793 --> 00:07:11,920 And I can put you ahead of the pack. 95 00:07:11,920 --> 00:07:15,590 I put aside a huge advertising budget for the right sort of papers. 96 00:07:15,590 --> 00:07:19,177 But I need to be talked about by the right people. 97 00:07:19,177 --> 00:07:23,098 It would be a pleasure to show you the town. 98 00:07:28,728 --> 00:07:32,315 Woman, lovely woman. What a sex you are. 99 00:07:36,903 --> 00:07:40,365 _ I haven't been out of school long 100 00:07:40,365 --> 00:07:43,451 _ And I haven't really found my way 101 00:07:43,451 --> 00:07:45,578 That is the one and only Ellen Love. 102 00:07:45,578 --> 00:07:48,540 _ ..won't be too long 103 00:07:48,540 --> 00:07:51,334 She's perfect. I won't ask what for. 104 00:07:52,627 --> 00:07:55,297 _ I've studied up on Pitman's Shorthand 105 00:07:56,423 --> 00:07:58,758 _ My typing's really very neat 106 00:07:59,634 --> 00:08:02,971 _ I know he thinks I'm quite efficient 107 00:08:03,805 --> 00:08:07,934 _ But I hope he thinks I'm also rather sweet 108 00:08:07,934 --> 00:08:14,649 _ He's everything I ever dreamed of 109 00:08:16,026 --> 00:08:20,572 _ He's got me in a giddy sort of whirl 110 00:08:20,572 --> 00:08:22,741 Can we go round to see her afterwards? 111 00:08:23,867 --> 00:08:27,662 _ And when he gives dictation 112 00:08:27,662 --> 00:08:31,916 _ I get this tingling sensation 113 00:08:31,916 --> 00:08:35,378 _ I'm so happy to be his 114 00:08:37,631 --> 00:08:39,716 _ New girl 115 00:08:41,301 --> 00:08:43,386 _ New girl _ 116 00:08:52,854 --> 00:08:55,941 Is that you, Miss Towler? Yes, Mrs Payne. 117 00:08:55,941 --> 00:08:59,486 Payday today, I believe. Yes, Mrs Payne. 118 00:08:59,486 --> 00:09:02,989 So you'll be down with the rent later? Yes, Mrs Payne. 119 00:09:06,534 --> 00:09:09,079 She's been on about that rent all day. 120 00:09:09,079 --> 00:09:11,373 You'd better go down and give it to her. 121 00:09:11,373 --> 00:09:13,833 I haven't got it, George. What? 122 00:09:13,833 --> 00:09:18,213 It wasn't my fault. There was this customer. Monday, it was. 123 00:09:18,213 --> 00:09:22,008 I've been looking for another place all week. What are you telling me? 124 00:09:22,008 --> 00:09:24,844 I've been dismissed. 125 00:09:24,844 --> 00:09:26,846 Christ! 126 00:09:26,846 --> 00:09:30,058 It's all right. It's going to be all right. I will get another job. 127 00:09:30,058 --> 00:09:33,728 How we gonna pay the rent now? Why does it always have to be me? 128 00:09:33,728 --> 00:09:36,523 Why can't you get a job? Do you not think I've been trying?! 129 00:09:36,523 --> 00:09:39,234 I've been everywhere. I've tried everything! 130 00:09:40,860 --> 00:09:42,988 Let go, George. 131 00:09:44,906 --> 00:09:46,950 I'm sorry, Agnes. 132 00:09:51,579 --> 00:09:55,166 Christ. If I thought you were gonna turn out like him. I'm not. 133 00:09:55,166 --> 00:09:57,544 I didn't mean it, Agnes. 134 00:09:57,544 --> 00:09:59,629 Agnes, what are we gonna do? 135 00:10:00,088 --> 00:10:02,632 I daresay I could find my way blindfold backstage 136 00:10:02,632 --> 00:10:05,010 in any theatre in London. Here we are. 137 00:10:05,010 --> 00:10:07,137 Ah, yes. 138 00:10:07,137 --> 00:10:09,264 (KNOCKS ON DOOR) Who is it? 139 00:10:09,264 --> 00:10:11,683 An old friend. And a new one. 140 00:10:11,683 --> 00:10:14,269 Frank Edwards. Come on in, then. 141 00:10:16,104 --> 00:10:18,231 I haven't seen you in a long while. 142 00:10:18,231 --> 00:10:20,817 Now I see you I can't think why I stayed away. 143 00:10:22,777 --> 00:10:26,364 Allow me to introduce my good friend Harry Gordon Selfridge. 144 00:10:27,115 --> 00:10:30,535 Delighted to meet you. Do make yourselves comfortable. 145 00:10:30,535 --> 00:10:33,371 Champagne? None for me, thanks. 146 00:10:33,371 --> 00:10:35,915 Mr Selfridge. 147 00:10:37,917 --> 00:10:40,962 THE Mr Selfridge? I guess I must be. 148 00:10:40,962 --> 00:10:42,213 Well... 149 00:10:43,298 --> 00:10:46,760 I was knocked out with your performance this evening, Miss Love. 150 00:10:46,760 --> 00:10:51,181 So he was. He couldn't keep his eyes off you. No more could I, of course. 151 00:10:51,181 --> 00:10:54,768 Well, that's the compliments dealt with. What do you boys want? 152 00:10:54,768 --> 00:10:58,980 If it's my company for the evening, I have to disappoint you. 153 00:10:58,980 --> 00:11:02,484 I'm already spoken for. That is a bitter blow. 154 00:11:02,484 --> 00:11:06,571 In fact, I must get dressed. If you will excuse me. 155 00:11:06,571 --> 00:11:09,199 Of course. Forgive the intrusion. Oh, no. 156 00:11:09,199 --> 00:11:11,493 I didn't mean you had to leave. 157 00:11:11,493 --> 00:11:14,621 I'll pop behind the screen. Quite decent you see. 158 00:11:16,331 --> 00:11:18,583 So, Mr Selfridge, 159 00:11:18,583 --> 00:11:21,419 you're the man who knows what women really want, are you? 160 00:11:21,419 --> 00:11:24,172 Gives one a funny feeling to think that here's a man 161 00:11:24,172 --> 00:11:26,091 who knows us inside out. 162 00:11:26,091 --> 00:11:28,218 (SIGHS) 163 00:11:29,177 --> 00:11:32,973 I was rather hoping you might come to see me in the office sometime. 164 00:11:32,973 --> 00:11:36,142 I have a proposition that I might want to put to you. 165 00:11:36,142 --> 00:11:41,731 A proposition? Well, I am very busy but I am intrigued. 166 00:11:43,817 --> 00:11:45,902 I'm sure I could try and fit you in. 167 00:11:47,028 --> 00:11:48,989 Wonderful. 168 00:11:48,989 --> 00:11:52,701 Here's my card. Miss Love. 169 00:11:52,701 --> 00:11:54,703 Thank you... 170 00:11:54,703 --> 00:11:56,913 Mr Selfridge. 171 00:11:58,206 --> 00:12:00,333 Pa? Hey, Pa! 172 00:12:01,918 --> 00:12:04,004 We missed you. 173 00:12:05,964 --> 00:12:10,510 Oh, Mom. Well, son, it's a long way from Battle Creek. That it is. 174 00:12:11,303 --> 00:12:13,638 Hello, my love. Hello. 175 00:12:13,638 --> 00:12:15,181 Mwah! 176 00:12:15,181 --> 00:12:17,058 Come on. I'll show you around. 177 00:12:17,058 --> 00:12:19,227 Watch your step. Get out of the rain. 178 00:12:20,979 --> 00:12:22,647 Take a look, kids. Go on. 179 00:12:22,647 --> 00:12:24,733 VIOLETTE: Come on. 180 00:12:25,400 --> 00:12:27,485 Thank you. 181 00:12:28,069 --> 00:12:30,155 Who wants to see upstairs? ALL: Me! 182 00:12:31,031 --> 00:12:32,741 Gordon, you're straight ahead. 183 00:12:32,741 --> 00:12:35,327 And girls, I thought you'd all like to share. 184 00:12:40,290 --> 00:12:43,251 Oh, Harry. I had it shipped in from Paris. 185 00:12:44,669 --> 00:12:46,755 Box sprung. 186 00:12:47,589 --> 00:12:50,467 I have missed you so much. 187 00:12:53,470 --> 00:12:55,847 You won't get a moment's peace from me. 188 00:12:55,847 --> 00:12:59,059 Just like it was in Chicago? Just like. 189 00:13:04,856 --> 00:13:08,360 Morning, Mr Selfridge. Hiya, Mr Crabb. Everything hunky dory? 190 00:13:08,360 --> 00:13:10,904 I wouldn't exactly say that, Mr Selfridge. Why not? 191 00:13:10,904 --> 00:13:13,782 I'm concerned that Mr Waring's money is not in yet. 192 00:13:13,782 --> 00:13:16,534 Oh, don't worry, Crabb. Everything is gonna be fine. 193 00:13:16,534 --> 00:13:19,371 I hope you made it clear there's an element of urgency. 194 00:13:19,371 --> 00:13:21,998 We've already spend advertising. 195 00:13:21,998 --> 00:13:24,751 There's a demand in for ground rent of 196 00:13:24,751 --> 00:13:27,796 The builders are refusing to move forward without bill payment. 197 00:13:27,796 --> 00:13:31,007 I said, "Don't worry." It's my job to worry, Mr Selfridge. 198 00:13:31,007 --> 00:13:33,468 Well, do it somewhere else. There's a good fellow. 199 00:13:37,055 --> 00:13:39,349 Sir, the new heads of department are here. 200 00:13:39,349 --> 00:13:41,935 New heads of department? Gonna get ahead of the game. 201 00:13:41,935 --> 00:13:45,605 Crabb, meet your new colleagues. All well, Miss Blenkinsop? 202 00:13:45,605 --> 00:13:47,691 Oh, yes, Mr Selfridge. 203 00:13:47,691 --> 00:13:52,612 Good morning to you all. ALL: Good morning, Mr Selfridge. 204 00:13:52,612 --> 00:13:56,157 Well, don't you all look fine and dandy. 205 00:13:56,157 --> 00:13:58,785 First off, I'd like to say congratulations. 206 00:13:58,785 --> 00:14:01,913 You are in at the beginning of something amazing. 207 00:14:01,913 --> 00:14:05,250 The other business houses may have started from lowly beginnings 208 00:14:05,250 --> 00:14:08,920 but, with your help, Selfridges will be born great. 209 00:14:08,920 --> 00:14:12,090 I know you don't know each other yet but let me just tell you 210 00:14:12,090 --> 00:14:15,552 you have been picked out because you are the cream of the crop. 211 00:14:15,552 --> 00:14:17,679 The best that London has to offer. 212 00:14:17,679 --> 00:14:21,558 You're all wondering why I have employed you without a store to put you in. 213 00:14:21,558 --> 00:14:23,810 I am giving you the opportunity of a lifetime. 214 00:14:23,810 --> 00:14:27,439 12 months to scour the world for the finest merchandise. 215 00:14:27,439 --> 00:14:32,360 WE are going to show the world how to make shopping thrilling. 216 00:14:34,070 --> 00:14:38,617 Any questions? Mr Selfridge, when you say, "No expense spared" 217 00:14:38,617 --> 00:14:42,120 how literally are we to take that? Absolutely literally. 218 00:14:42,120 --> 00:14:45,332 I want product range and I want product quality. 219 00:14:45,332 --> 00:14:47,917 I want merchandise that people will desire. 220 00:14:47,917 --> 00:14:50,462 Merchandise people don't even know they will desire 221 00:14:50,462 --> 00:14:53,381 until they see it right in front of their eyes. 222 00:14:53,381 --> 00:14:55,467 Now, I expect great things from you. 223 00:14:55,467 --> 00:14:59,888 Pack your bags, ladies and gentlemen. Go and bring the world to Selfridges! 224 00:15:08,855 --> 00:15:11,024 (BELL RINGS) 225 00:15:11,024 --> 00:15:14,736 It does all seem awfully ambitious. Too good to be true. 226 00:15:14,736 --> 00:15:16,905 I know. 227 00:15:16,905 --> 00:15:19,741 I left Debenham and Freebody rather in the lurch. 228 00:15:19,741 --> 00:15:21,910 I'm sure they wouldn't take me back. 229 00:15:21,910 --> 00:15:24,788 I don't know how I'd manage if it didn't come off. 230 00:15:24,788 --> 00:15:27,040 I mean, the store's not even built yet. 231 00:15:27,040 --> 00:15:30,585 I've heard whispers that he hasn't got the money together yet. 232 00:15:30,585 --> 00:15:34,172 These things are most likely spread about by jealous rivals. 233 00:15:34,172 --> 00:15:36,299 Yes. Of course. Of course. 234 00:15:43,348 --> 00:15:45,433 All the same. 235 00:15:45,433 --> 00:15:47,560 Mr Crabb! 236 00:15:51,106 --> 00:15:54,442 We can rely on our salary until the store opens, can't we? 237 00:15:54,442 --> 00:15:57,779 I have an invalid wife at home. Absolutely, Mr Grove. 238 00:15:57,779 --> 00:15:59,906 All is in order. 239 00:16:08,797 --> 00:16:10,924 Ice cream, I guess. Ice cream. 240 00:16:10,924 --> 00:16:13,134 We'll have a whole department for ice cream. 241 00:16:13,134 --> 00:16:15,762 Make sure it's real American ice cream. Of course. 242 00:16:15,762 --> 00:16:17,973 Gordon. Toys and guns. 243 00:16:17,973 --> 00:16:20,475 Toys and guns. Make a list of the best kind. 244 00:16:20,475 --> 00:16:24,479 Beatrice. Can't we have a special place for children to play? 245 00:16:24,479 --> 00:16:28,149 While the moms are shopping? That is a great idea, B. 246 00:16:28,149 --> 00:16:30,944 Good morning. Good morning. Listen to this. 247 00:16:30,944 --> 00:16:33,572 (READS) Mr Selfridge's ideas are grandiose 248 00:16:33,572 --> 00:16:35,323 and his confidence boundless. 249 00:16:35,323 --> 00:16:39,661 We shall await with interest to see whether that confidence is misplaced. 250 00:16:39,661 --> 00:16:41,788 (STONY SILENCE) 251 00:16:41,788 --> 00:16:45,876 And this fellow here accuses me of tempting people to dishonesty 252 00:16:45,876 --> 00:16:49,379 by proposing to put the goods out on open display! 253 00:16:49,379 --> 00:16:51,256 Out into the garden, children. 254 00:16:51,256 --> 00:16:53,758 What is it with the press over here? 255 00:16:53,758 --> 00:16:55,886 It seems as if they WANT us to fail. 256 00:16:55,886 --> 00:16:58,013 LOIS: It's a beautiful morning. 257 00:16:58,013 --> 00:17:02,267 There's always prejudice against something that's new. 258 00:17:02,267 --> 00:17:05,270 But can't they give a fellow a chance? They will. 259 00:17:05,270 --> 00:17:07,731 Once they see the store for real. 260 00:17:07,731 --> 00:17:10,150 The garden is so beautiful this morning. 261 00:17:10,150 --> 00:17:13,403 Why don't we join the children? Hm? I'm late. I'm sorry. 262 00:17:15,363 --> 00:17:18,241 But I will see you later. Oh. All right. 263 00:17:18,241 --> 00:17:20,285 (BRISTLES SCRATCH A TILED FLOOR) 264 00:17:22,162 --> 00:17:25,790 Come on, girl. Those floors aren't going to scrub themselves. 265 00:17:42,933 --> 00:17:46,937 Good morning, sir. Morning. Good morning, Mr Selfridge. Morning. 266 00:17:46,937 --> 00:17:49,689 Good morning. ALL: Morning, Mr Selfridge. 267 00:17:49,689 --> 00:17:51,816 Have you seen the papers? Yeah. Not so good. 268 00:17:51,816 --> 00:17:55,820 They'll change their tune once they see how much we're gonna put into advertising. 269 00:17:55,820 --> 00:17:59,157 And when their wives tell 'em what a great place we are to shop at. 270 00:17:59,157 --> 00:18:01,117 You clearly haven't seen this. What? 271 00:18:01,117 --> 00:18:03,453 Waring's pulling out. What? 272 00:18:03,453 --> 00:18:06,790 He promised me. I have to say, I did warn you, Mr Selfridge. 273 00:18:07,999 --> 00:18:10,210 He swore he'd keep it out of the papers. 274 00:18:12,671 --> 00:18:15,549 Mr Selfridge? Mr Selfridge! Yes! 275 00:18:15,549 --> 00:18:18,343 Am I to understand that you knew about this already? 276 00:18:18,343 --> 00:18:22,931 He did say something last week. So much for English gentleman's agreements. 277 00:18:22,931 --> 00:18:26,226 And you thought it proper not to inform me, as Head of Finance, 278 00:18:26,226 --> 00:18:28,979 while you authorised all sorts of expenditure 279 00:18:28,979 --> 00:18:31,064 without the capital to back it up? 280 00:18:32,858 --> 00:18:36,361 Mr Crabb, this is business. It happens all the time. 281 00:18:36,361 --> 00:18:40,323 You realise it's going to be difficult to find a backer at this late stage? 282 00:18:40,323 --> 00:18:42,200 And in the event you do find someone, 283 00:18:42,200 --> 00:18:45,996 they'll know we're in a poor position with building about to start. 284 00:18:45,996 --> 00:18:48,790 I hate to think what rate of interest they'll make us pay! 285 00:18:48,790 --> 00:18:52,919 Well, you're just a little ray of sunshine, ain't you, Mr Crabb (!) 286 00:18:54,004 --> 00:18:58,592 Mr Selfridge, I left a very good position to join you 287 00:18:58,592 --> 00:19:02,596 but I have to say that the reckless way that you conduct your business, 288 00:19:02,596 --> 00:19:07,058 dismays and yes... frightens me. 289 00:19:07,684 --> 00:19:10,103 It frightens me too sometimes, Mr Crabb. 290 00:19:11,730 --> 00:19:13,940 Hold your nerve. Keep your head down. 291 00:19:13,940 --> 00:19:17,903 Let me handle the rest. I think we should redouble the advertising. 292 00:19:17,903 --> 00:19:20,030 (PHONE) 293 00:19:20,030 --> 00:19:21,072 Ye-ah. 294 00:19:27,913 --> 00:19:30,040 Frank Edwards. Just the man. 295 00:19:30,040 --> 00:19:33,210 Lady Mae is a wondrous woman. 296 00:19:33,210 --> 00:19:36,630 Really she's Lady Loxley but everyone calls her Lady Mae. 297 00:19:37,923 --> 00:19:41,760 Used to be a good-time girl before she snaffled Lord L. 298 00:19:41,760 --> 00:19:43,887 Knows everyone who is anyone in London. 299 00:19:43,887 --> 00:19:46,681 She could get you an investor at the drop of a hat. 300 00:19:50,519 --> 00:19:53,897 Lady Mae, may I introduce my good friend Harry Selfridge. 301 00:19:53,897 --> 00:19:56,942 Surely not the Selfridge we've been hearing and reading about? 302 00:19:56,942 --> 00:20:00,946 The very same. Well, we are honoured. 303 00:20:00,946 --> 00:20:03,114 The honour is all mine, Lady Mae. 304 00:20:03,114 --> 00:20:06,910 Is Lord Loxley in town? No, Frank. Lord Loxley is in the country. 305 00:20:08,245 --> 00:20:12,123 Lord Loxley is generally in the country and I'm generally in town. 306 00:20:12,123 --> 00:20:15,752 There are so many different ways to run a marriage, don't you think? 307 00:20:15,752 --> 00:20:19,464 And to never see each other. That's one of the very best. 308 00:20:19,464 --> 00:20:21,132 I second that. 309 00:20:22,717 --> 00:20:24,803 Excuse me. 310 00:20:29,307 --> 00:20:31,601 Come and sit down with me, Mr Selfridge. 311 00:20:36,606 --> 00:20:40,151 So, you've been creating quite a stir, haven't you? 312 00:20:40,151 --> 00:20:44,406 I certainly hope so. And yet, London don't seem to care for you. 313 00:20:44,406 --> 00:20:46,658 Oh? How do you make that out? 314 00:20:46,658 --> 00:20:49,327 London doesn't like being shown how to do things. 315 00:20:49,327 --> 00:20:52,497 Especially by outsiders. Is that how you feel too? 316 00:20:52,497 --> 00:20:54,583 Not necessarily. 317 00:20:55,625 --> 00:20:58,295 I rather like being shown how to do new things. 318 00:20:58,295 --> 00:21:01,047 Especially by a man who knows what he's about. 319 00:21:01,047 --> 00:21:05,260 But...people like us aren't used to going shopping. 320 00:21:06,928 --> 00:21:11,183 It's not considered smart. A gentleman will visit his tailor. 321 00:21:11,183 --> 00:21:14,227 A lady will send for her dressmaker and so on. 322 00:21:14,227 --> 00:21:17,022 We are going to have to change the fashion. 323 00:21:17,022 --> 00:21:19,107 We? Hm. 324 00:21:20,108 --> 00:21:22,194 Oh, yes. Of course. 325 00:21:22,986 --> 00:21:25,113 That's why you're here. 326 00:21:25,113 --> 00:21:28,366 Oh, no. I would never... I do read the papers, Mr Selfridge. 327 00:21:28,366 --> 00:21:31,244 You need a new backer and you need him fast 328 00:21:31,244 --> 00:21:33,788 or your visit to our island will be cut rather short. 329 00:21:33,788 --> 00:21:37,167 What you read in the papers ain't necessarily so, ma'am. 330 00:21:37,167 --> 00:21:39,503 But I am flattered that you take such an interest. 331 00:21:39,503 --> 00:21:44,174 We do like to give our ex-colonials a helping hand when they need it. 332 00:21:44,174 --> 00:21:49,471 Who says that I need a helping hand? Everyone, Mr Selfridge. 333 00:21:50,805 --> 00:21:52,891 (SNIGGERING) 334 00:21:53,517 --> 00:21:57,062 Tony. Oh. You're a disgrace. 335 00:21:58,855 --> 00:22:01,066 I know. I know. Don't be a bore. 336 00:22:01,066 --> 00:22:03,568 Try not to make an exhibition of yourself, darling. 337 00:22:03,568 --> 00:22:06,488 How did the audience go? She's quite a woman. 338 00:22:07,322 --> 00:22:09,699 Is that her son she's with? Son? 339 00:22:09,699 --> 00:22:11,827 Good job you didn't say that to her! 340 00:22:11,827 --> 00:22:16,623 No, that's young Tony Travers. He's her lover. Is that so? 341 00:22:16,623 --> 00:22:18,708 That's Lady Mae for you. 342 00:22:26,716 --> 00:22:29,386 Good evening, sir. May I take your coat, sir? 343 00:22:29,386 --> 00:22:33,431 Oh, very good of you to wait up for me, Fraser but there's no need. 344 00:22:33,431 --> 00:22:38,103 I like to ensure everybody is safely home before I bolt the door, sir. 345 00:22:38,103 --> 00:22:40,188 Ah. I guess you do. 346 00:22:43,358 --> 00:22:45,443 Everything all right, sir? 347 00:22:46,653 --> 00:22:49,906 Everything is fine, Fraser. Absolutely fine. 348 00:22:49,906 --> 00:22:51,992 I'm glad to hear it, sir. 349 00:22:54,995 --> 00:22:57,080 Good night, sir. 350 00:23:25,775 --> 00:23:28,320 Hey, Pa. You should be asleep. 351 00:23:28,320 --> 00:23:30,405 Pa, what's a huckster? 352 00:23:32,824 --> 00:23:35,327 He's a man who buys and sells things. 353 00:23:35,327 --> 00:23:36,495 Oh. 354 00:23:38,663 --> 00:23:40,749 Why do you ask? 355 00:23:44,252 --> 00:23:47,797 Well, it's just one of the kids at school said 356 00:23:47,797 --> 00:23:50,467 "Your guv'nor is nothing but a common huckster." 357 00:23:50,467 --> 00:23:54,304 What did you say? Well, it sounded insulting so I knocked him down. 358 00:23:55,096 --> 00:23:59,059 Well, he probably did mean for it to be insulting 359 00:23:59,059 --> 00:24:01,895 but there's nothing wrong with being a huckster. 360 00:24:02,729 --> 00:24:04,940 You tell him one day you're gonna run the firm 361 00:24:04,940 --> 00:24:08,777 and he's gonna be asking you for a job. OK? Yes, Pa. 362 00:24:08,777 --> 00:24:10,737 All right. Get some sleep. 363 00:24:12,656 --> 00:24:14,741 Good night, Pa. Good night. 364 00:24:20,121 --> 00:24:21,164 Hey. 365 00:24:22,415 --> 00:24:24,709 I fell asleep. 366 00:24:28,463 --> 00:24:30,674 You smell so good. 367 00:24:30,674 --> 00:24:33,093 Did you have a good time? 368 00:24:33,093 --> 00:24:35,178 I had an interesting time. 369 00:24:35,804 --> 00:24:38,139 But I'm so glad to be back here with you. 370 00:24:38,139 --> 00:24:41,351 Flatterer! It's the God's honest truth, Rose. 371 00:24:41,351 --> 00:24:44,604 There's no-one in the world I'd rather be with than you. 372 00:25:07,937 --> 00:25:10,023 Are you doing all right, son? 373 00:25:11,483 --> 00:25:13,610 Maybe we shouldn't have come, Ma. 374 00:25:17,614 --> 00:25:19,741 You're in trouble, right? 375 00:25:19,741 --> 00:25:21,868 I'm in over my head. 376 00:25:22,952 --> 00:25:26,414 You've been in over your head before and come out of it fine. 377 00:25:27,415 --> 00:25:30,710 Anyway, what's the worst that could happen? 378 00:25:34,172 --> 00:25:37,884 Bankruptcy. My family out on the street. 379 00:25:40,178 --> 00:25:43,681 We came from nothing. We're not going back there. 380 00:25:46,935 --> 00:25:49,145 There must be something you can do. 381 00:25:52,357 --> 00:25:55,193 There is someone who can help me find an investor 382 00:25:55,193 --> 00:25:57,320 but I do not wanna be beholden. 383 00:25:58,488 --> 00:26:01,116 Is that your pride talking? No, it's my gut. 384 00:26:02,117 --> 00:26:04,327 This person could be very dangerous. 385 00:26:04,327 --> 00:26:06,412 So? Outsmart them. 386 00:26:07,997 --> 00:26:10,416 To sup with the devil you need a long spoon. 387 00:26:11,126 --> 00:26:13,253 You taught me that. 388 00:26:13,253 --> 00:26:15,338 You know, Harry... 389 00:26:16,381 --> 00:26:20,552 ..if your father could see you now, he'd be so proud. No! 390 00:26:20,552 --> 00:26:22,720 What? Just don't talk to me about him. 391 00:26:24,764 --> 00:26:27,183 What do you mean? Your father was a hero. 392 00:26:30,478 --> 00:26:33,731 You remember him any way you please but as I remember it, 393 00:26:33,731 --> 00:26:35,817 it was always just you and me. 394 00:26:45,368 --> 00:26:46,870 Lady Mae. 395 00:26:46,870 --> 00:26:51,666 I'm surprised and flattered you're here again so soon, Mr Selfridge. 396 00:26:51,666 --> 00:26:55,879 I wanted to introduce you to my friend, Lady Mae. Henri Leclair. 397 00:26:55,879 --> 00:26:58,006 Just arrived from America. 398 00:26:58,006 --> 00:27:01,342 Are you an artist, Monsieur Leclair? You have the look of one. 399 00:27:01,342 --> 00:27:05,638 Actually, Henri is the best window display man in the world. 400 00:27:05,638 --> 00:27:07,724 And here we all are. 401 00:27:08,975 --> 00:27:11,060 How delightful. 402 00:27:12,020 --> 00:27:14,647 What can I offer you gentlemen? Champagne? 403 00:27:14,647 --> 00:27:17,609 None for me, thanks. I don't drink. 404 00:27:17,609 --> 00:27:21,112 I would be delighted. We'll have champagne, please, Pimble. 405 00:27:21,112 --> 00:27:22,363 And coffee. 406 00:27:24,491 --> 00:27:27,786 Monsieur Leclair, tell me what it is that you do. 407 00:27:28,703 --> 00:27:30,789 Oh...erm... 408 00:27:31,623 --> 00:27:35,001 I don't dress women like fashion designers do. 409 00:27:35,001 --> 00:27:36,878 I dress space. 410 00:27:36,878 --> 00:27:41,007 Each Selfridges window will be like a painting. 411 00:27:41,007 --> 00:27:43,551 And the people looking in imagine themselves 412 00:27:43,551 --> 00:27:45,678 in the story we are telling. 413 00:27:45,678 --> 00:27:49,015 Maybe in the window there is handsome young man 414 00:27:49,015 --> 00:27:52,560 and his beautiful lady and he's looking at her with passion. 415 00:27:54,187 --> 00:27:56,314 Maybe they are going motoring. 416 00:27:56,314 --> 00:27:58,900 You'd put a motor car in the window? 417 00:27:58,900 --> 00:28:00,860 Yeah. Why not? 418 00:28:02,737 --> 00:28:06,908 How fabulously extravagant. Who's driving? 419 00:28:06,908 --> 00:28:09,619 The lady or the gentleman? 420 00:28:09,619 --> 00:28:12,330 That's a good question. 421 00:28:14,749 --> 00:28:18,419 I must say, Mr Selfridge, yours does seem a thrilling enterprise. 422 00:28:18,419 --> 00:28:21,798 One I would love to share with my friends. 423 00:28:21,798 --> 00:28:25,468 And we must be the best of friends, mustn't we, Harry. 424 00:28:26,052 --> 00:28:30,765 Of course, a lady in my position occasionally needs a favour. 425 00:28:31,808 --> 00:28:34,602 I may call on you from time to time in that regard. 426 00:28:35,645 --> 00:28:37,147 Mightn't I? 427 00:28:39,357 --> 00:28:42,235 One good turn always deserves another. 428 00:28:42,235 --> 00:28:44,904 Then we understand each other. 429 00:28:46,781 --> 00:28:49,325 Are you fond of shooting? 430 00:28:49,325 --> 00:28:51,119 S-Shooting? 431 00:28:51,119 --> 00:28:54,539 I think you might enjoy it. 432 00:28:54,539 --> 00:28:56,458 Come down to the country on Friday. 433 00:28:56,458 --> 00:28:59,043 There's someone I'd like you to meet. 434 00:28:59,043 --> 00:29:02,505 Monsieur Leclair, as you are a man of taste, 435 00:29:02,505 --> 00:29:06,926 will you make sure that Mr Selfridge arrives in the latest knickerbockers? 436 00:29:06,926 --> 00:29:08,678 Knickerbockers? 437 00:29:09,846 --> 00:29:11,931 I do so enjoy a shapely calf. 438 00:29:22,484 --> 00:29:25,153 I'm going to be straight with you, Selfridge. 439 00:29:25,153 --> 00:29:29,449 I choose my business ventures as I choose my horses. 440 00:29:30,366 --> 00:29:33,203 With the horses, I look them straight in the eye 441 00:29:33,203 --> 00:29:35,997 as I'm looking at you now and I take a view. 442 00:29:36,998 --> 00:29:39,125 I'm generally right but if I'm not. 443 00:29:40,668 --> 00:29:44,756 Well, don't waste time. It's straight off to the knacker's yard. 444 00:29:44,756 --> 00:29:48,426 I happen to think you're all right. If it turns out I'm wrong... 445 00:29:54,140 --> 00:29:56,184 All right? 446 00:29:56,184 --> 00:29:58,269 All right, Mr Musker. 447 00:30:54,909 --> 00:30:57,328 Make sure you have your references ready. 448 00:30:58,079 --> 00:31:00,165 No interview without a reference. 449 00:31:01,916 --> 00:31:05,837 Mr Selfridge doesn't like haughty and he doesn't like obsequious. 450 00:31:05,837 --> 00:31:08,339 Friendly and respectful. That's the watchword. 451 00:31:08,339 --> 00:31:10,967 The Chief wants men and women who are ambitious 452 00:31:10,967 --> 00:31:13,344 and wish to better themselves. 453 00:31:13,344 --> 00:31:16,848 No flirting. No love affairs if they want to keep their jobs. 454 00:31:16,848 --> 00:31:20,268 And female assistants who marry will have to leave. 455 00:31:20,268 --> 00:31:22,395 Make sure they know that. 456 00:31:22,395 --> 00:31:25,148 There are five applicants for every position. 457 00:31:25,148 --> 00:31:27,484 So we can afford to pick the very best. 458 00:31:28,526 --> 00:31:30,945 Look at their shoes, their fingernails. 459 00:31:30,945 --> 00:31:33,531 And above all, look deep into their eyes 460 00:31:33,531 --> 00:31:35,825 and see if you can't fathom their souls. 461 00:31:56,638 --> 00:31:57,972 Yes, miss? 462 00:31:57,972 --> 00:32:01,768 If you please, sir. I've come to see the master. 463 00:32:01,768 --> 00:32:03,269 Mr Selfridge. 464 00:32:03,269 --> 00:32:05,396 I've come about a position. 465 00:32:05,396 --> 00:32:07,524 Here? In the house? 466 00:32:07,524 --> 00:32:09,651 No. In his shop. I'm a shop girl. 467 00:32:09,651 --> 00:32:13,321 But don't you know this is Mr Selfridge's private residence? 468 00:32:13,321 --> 00:32:16,658 Well, this is the address he gave me. 469 00:32:16,658 --> 00:32:19,035 Look. He gave me his card. 470 00:32:22,705 --> 00:32:24,916 Please. I've come ever such a long way. 471 00:32:27,544 --> 00:32:29,129 Come in, Miss. 472 00:32:35,218 --> 00:32:38,221 Would you wait over there, please, miss? 473 00:32:38,221 --> 00:32:40,974 I'll go and see if Mr Selfridge is at home. 474 00:32:57,323 --> 00:32:59,409 (DOUBLE DOORS SLAM OPEN) 475 00:33:02,787 --> 00:33:05,874 Now, what's all this about? 476 00:33:05,874 --> 00:33:08,960 If you please, sir. I was...erm... 477 00:33:08,960 --> 00:33:12,213 I was hoping there might be a position for me. I hardly think... 478 00:33:12,213 --> 00:33:15,550 I served you on the glove counter at Gamages... 479 00:33:16,551 --> 00:33:18,678 ..l-last year. 480 00:33:18,678 --> 00:33:20,430 Agnes Towler. 481 00:33:20,430 --> 00:33:23,308 And you were so kind as to buy these for me. 482 00:33:26,978 --> 00:33:29,439 Oh, of course. I remember. 483 00:33:30,523 --> 00:33:33,151 I was very demanding. You were very patient. 484 00:33:33,151 --> 00:33:36,154 The floorwalker was very tall. 485 00:33:36,154 --> 00:33:40,950 So, you want to leave Gamages and come work for me, is that right? 486 00:33:40,950 --> 00:33:43,036 I was dismissed, sir. 487 00:33:44,078 --> 00:33:46,247 Really? Why was that? 488 00:33:46,247 --> 00:33:49,918 Erm...conduct unbecoming, sir. 489 00:33:50,794 --> 00:33:52,921 It was... It was that same day. 490 00:33:52,921 --> 00:33:56,382 He said I shouldn't have let you behind the counter 491 00:33:56,382 --> 00:33:58,468 and get the stock out. 492 00:33:59,427 --> 00:34:01,554 I'm so sorry. 493 00:34:01,554 --> 00:34:04,224 It's all right. I never liked it there, sir. 494 00:34:04,224 --> 00:34:07,143 I'd much rather come and work for you. 495 00:34:07,143 --> 00:34:09,979 All the... All the girls are talking about Selfridges. 496 00:34:09,979 --> 00:34:13,399 You have no idea what it's like to work for me, though. 497 00:34:13,399 --> 00:34:15,902 I won't tell a lie, sir. Work's been... 498 00:34:15,902 --> 00:34:19,697 It's been very hard to get any work these past months. 499 00:34:19,697 --> 00:34:22,909 And without a reference, you see... 500 00:34:22,909 --> 00:34:26,579 I got you into this mess. The least I can do is give you a chance now. 501 00:34:26,579 --> 00:34:32,210 Come tomorrow morning. 9am sharp. And ask for the Chief of Staff. 502 00:34:32,210 --> 00:34:35,213 Y-Yes, Mr Selfridge. Thank you, Mr Selfridge. 503 00:34:36,256 --> 00:34:37,674 Fraser. Yes, sir. 504 00:34:37,674 --> 00:34:41,678 Get Miss Towler a cab home and pay for the driver. 505 00:34:41,678 --> 00:34:43,763 Certainly, sir. This way, Miss. 506 00:34:45,489 --> 00:34:47,574 Sorry. Too tall. Next. 507 00:34:49,117 --> 00:34:51,203 Thank you. Move along, please. 508 00:34:52,371 --> 00:34:54,498 Thank you. Next. 509 00:34:54,498 --> 00:34:56,583 Thank you. Move along. 510 00:34:57,584 --> 00:34:59,795 I'm sorry, sir. All right. Move along. 511 00:35:00,879 --> 00:35:03,882 Next. Thank you. Move along, please. 512 00:35:06,134 --> 00:35:08,220 Thank you. This side, Miss. 513 00:35:10,222 --> 00:35:12,307 Thank you. Next. 514 00:35:13,016 --> 00:35:15,394 Thank you. Would you wait there, please? 515 00:35:20,899 --> 00:35:22,985 This is a game, isn't it? 516 00:35:23,151 --> 00:35:25,571 I hope I remembered to wish behind my ears. 517 00:35:26,697 --> 00:35:28,824 Nervous? A bit. 518 00:35:28,824 --> 00:35:30,909 Bet you'll be fine. Miss Towler. 519 00:35:31,827 --> 00:35:33,954 Oh, that's me. Good luck. 520 00:35:33,954 --> 00:35:36,748 GROVE: Thank you. Could you wait there, please? 521 00:35:40,294 --> 00:35:41,336 Hands. 522 00:35:43,755 --> 00:35:47,426 Previous experience? I worked on the glove counter at Gamages. 523 00:35:49,678 --> 00:35:51,805 References? 524 00:35:51,805 --> 00:35:55,684 I haven't got any. I'm sorry, Miss Towler. Next. 525 00:35:55,684 --> 00:35:58,353 But I explained to Mr Selfridge. 526 00:35:59,396 --> 00:36:01,523 YOU explained to Mr Selfridge? 527 00:36:01,523 --> 00:36:04,484 Yes. And he said to speak to the Chief of Staff. 528 00:36:07,154 --> 00:36:09,740 Did he indeed? Well, we shall see about that. 529 00:36:12,034 --> 00:36:15,203 Mr Grove! Yes, Miss Mardle. 530 00:36:16,371 --> 00:36:19,333 I have a Miss Towler. Miss Towler. 531 00:36:20,667 --> 00:36:22,753 Yes. I have a note about Miss Towler. 532 00:36:25,422 --> 00:36:28,383 It's very irregular. Well, who are we to reason why. 533 00:36:28,383 --> 00:36:30,469 Straight from the Chief himself. 534 00:36:37,768 --> 00:36:41,355 Well, it would seem, Miss Towler, that you are a special case. 535 00:36:41,355 --> 00:36:44,775 You will be starting as a senior assistant in Accessories. 536 00:36:44,775 --> 00:36:47,945 And I must tell you that Accessories is my department. 537 00:36:47,945 --> 00:36:50,739 Which means you will be reporting to me. 538 00:36:50,739 --> 00:36:52,866 Mr Colleano. 539 00:36:52,866 --> 00:36:54,952 Mr Conway. 540 00:37:05,254 --> 00:37:08,715 I don't see anything special about her. No. Nor me. 541 00:37:09,591 --> 00:37:11,718 Ah, ladies. Please follow me. 542 00:37:11,718 --> 00:37:14,513 Mr Selfridge himself wants to have a look at you. 543 00:37:25,357 --> 00:37:28,735 Good morning, ladies. ALL: Good morning, Mr Selfridge. 544 00:37:28,735 --> 00:37:31,405 Like the uniforms? Oh, yes, Mr Selfridge. 545 00:37:31,405 --> 00:37:34,157 Glad to hear it because I designed them myself. 546 00:37:34,157 --> 00:37:37,953 Learnt your scripts? Yes, Mr Selfridge. Give me the first floor. 547 00:37:37,953 --> 00:37:41,498 First floor for menswear, luggage and hairdressing. 548 00:37:42,416 --> 00:37:44,835 Please stand clear of the closing doors. 549 00:37:44,835 --> 00:37:47,129 Thank you, ladies. Good as poetry. 550 00:38:25,125 --> 00:38:27,544 Come on, ladies. Get to work. 551 00:38:27,544 --> 00:38:29,630 We open in a week. 552 00:38:31,590 --> 00:38:33,675 Miss Towler. 553 00:38:35,302 --> 00:38:38,889 We have three girls in this department but four in Accessories. 554 00:38:38,889 --> 00:38:43,060 So, if Miss Towler doesn't work out, I'd like to know about it. 555 00:38:44,561 --> 00:38:46,647 Thank you, Miss Mardle. 556 00:38:52,361 --> 00:38:53,820 A place for everything 557 00:38:53,820 --> 00:38:56,281 and everything in its place, Miss Towler. 558 00:38:56,281 --> 00:38:58,408 And memorise as you go. 559 00:38:58,408 --> 00:39:02,412 To work in Accessories is to work in the most exacting department. 560 00:39:02,412 --> 00:39:05,791 Ignorant people think we deal in little trifling things. 561 00:39:05,791 --> 00:39:09,378 But the accomplished Accessories Assistant has at her fingertips 562 00:39:09,378 --> 00:39:12,548 over 6,000 separate items of merchandise 563 00:39:12,548 --> 00:39:15,551 and I shall expect you to know them all and locate each one 564 00:39:15,551 --> 00:39:18,011 at a moment's notice. Is that understood? 565 00:39:18,011 --> 00:39:20,097 Yes, Miss Mardle. 566 00:39:20,681 --> 00:39:23,183 I can't imagine what they were thinking of. 567 00:39:23,183 --> 00:39:26,228 Appointing someone so young as a senior assistant. 568 00:39:26,228 --> 00:39:30,190 But still. I can see you make a good effort at presenting yourself. 569 00:39:30,190 --> 00:39:33,193 I just hope you won't let it go to your head. 570 00:39:33,193 --> 00:39:35,320 I won't, Miss Mardle. 571 00:39:35,320 --> 00:39:37,489 I should hope not. 572 00:39:37,489 --> 00:39:40,409 I shall be watching you very closely, Miss Towler. 573 00:39:41,451 --> 00:39:44,121 And you two. Have you nothing to do but stare?! 574 00:39:44,121 --> 00:39:47,374 Get on with your work. Not long till we open. 575 00:39:47,374 --> 00:39:49,459 Every second counts. 576 00:39:51,879 --> 00:39:53,964 Horrid old cat. 577 00:39:56,884 --> 00:39:59,011 And little Miss Towler. 578 00:39:59,011 --> 00:40:02,681 Our colleague. Senior assistant, if you please. 579 00:40:02,681 --> 00:40:05,183 She's a bit of gutter slush if ever I saw one. 580 00:40:30,042 --> 00:40:32,127 It's Ellen Love! 581 00:40:32,669 --> 00:40:36,423 It's not! It is! It's never! 582 00:40:37,883 --> 00:40:39,968 Please, Miss Love. 583 00:40:43,931 --> 00:40:47,559 Will you sign your photograph for me, please? 584 00:40:47,559 --> 00:40:49,645 Of course I will, dear. 585 00:40:53,482 --> 00:40:57,361 And now could one of you kindly direct me to Mr Selfridge's office? 586 00:40:57,361 --> 00:41:01,323 Oh, of course, Miss Love. Should you like to take the stairs or lift? 587 00:41:01,323 --> 00:41:03,784 Oh, the lift I should think, don't you? 588 00:41:03,784 --> 00:41:05,869 This way, please. 589 00:41:09,706 --> 00:41:12,709 Mr Selfridge's office, please. Certainly, Miss. 590 00:41:24,054 --> 00:41:26,139 Haven't I seen you before, dear? 591 00:41:27,391 --> 00:41:31,937 Yes, Miss Love. We were both in the chorus of Frilly Dolls at the Gaiety. 592 00:41:31,937 --> 00:41:33,522 Mabel. 593 00:41:33,522 --> 00:41:37,025 That's right. What larks, eh? 594 00:41:37,025 --> 00:41:39,653 I haven't given up, you know. Nor should you. 595 00:41:41,697 --> 00:41:45,951 (LIFT PINGS) Fourth floor, Director's Offices. 596 00:41:45,951 --> 00:41:48,161 Lovely diction, dear. Thank you. 597 00:41:48,161 --> 00:41:52,499 So, what's Mr Selfridge like as an employer? 598 00:41:53,458 --> 00:41:56,587 He's very particular, Miss but he's very kind as well. 599 00:41:57,004 --> 00:41:59,131 Very particular and very kind. 600 00:41:59,131 --> 00:42:02,718 I shall tell him you said that. Oh, no, miss. Please don't. 601 00:42:02,718 --> 00:42:07,472 Why not? I don't think he would like to think he was talked about. 602 00:42:09,600 --> 00:42:11,727 I think he'd love it. 603 00:42:11,727 --> 00:42:13,812 (Most men do.) 604 00:42:18,400 --> 00:42:20,527 Miss Love to see Mr Selfridge. 605 00:42:20,527 --> 00:42:22,613 If you'd like to follow me. 606 00:42:28,535 --> 00:42:29,912 Miss Love. 607 00:42:32,581 --> 00:42:35,292 (CLEARS THIS THROAT) 608 00:42:35,292 --> 00:42:37,920 Well, here we are. 609 00:42:37,920 --> 00:42:39,922 Here we are. 610 00:42:41,924 --> 00:42:44,051 No chair. 611 00:42:44,051 --> 00:42:47,846 I don't like people hanging around, present company excepted. 612 00:42:55,354 --> 00:42:57,481 I'll just sit here, then. 613 00:42:57,481 --> 00:42:59,900 (HALF LAUGHS) 614 00:43:08,367 --> 00:43:13,163 I need people to understand the essence of Selfridges. 615 00:43:13,747 --> 00:43:16,833 Beauty, elegance, quality. 616 00:43:17,918 --> 00:43:21,880 I want your face and your figure on all our posters. 617 00:43:23,173 --> 00:43:25,884 You already embody the spirit of the age. 618 00:43:25,884 --> 00:43:29,429 Women want to be like you and men want to... 619 00:43:29,429 --> 00:43:32,349 Well, let's just say they want you to be their sweetheart. 620 00:43:32,349 --> 00:43:35,102 To put it delicately. 621 00:43:36,728 --> 00:43:37,771 So... 622 00:43:39,523 --> 00:43:41,900 ..what do you think? 623 00:43:41,900 --> 00:43:44,987 I'm not going to give up the stage, you know. 624 00:43:44,987 --> 00:43:48,198 I don't want you to. One will enhance the other. 625 00:43:48,198 --> 00:43:51,285 And a little money will change hands? 626 00:43:51,285 --> 00:43:56,206 Of course. It's a very important role and you'll be handsomely recompensed. 627 00:43:58,500 --> 00:44:02,296 Well... I must say it does seem like fun. 628 00:44:05,716 --> 00:44:08,886 Though it's not the proposition I thought you'd have in mind. 629 00:44:08,886 --> 00:44:11,388 Oh. You're disappointed. 630 00:44:16,727 --> 00:44:18,812 I'm honoured by your proposition. 631 00:44:19,813 --> 00:44:21,899 And delighted to accept. 632 00:44:24,985 --> 00:44:27,070 Well, you know where to find me. 633 00:44:29,823 --> 00:44:31,909 Every night barring Sundays. 634 00:44:38,738 --> 00:44:40,865 So what was she like, Aggie? 635 00:44:40,865 --> 00:44:42,951 Very nice. 636 00:44:43,576 --> 00:44:45,704 You don't mind being Aggie. 637 00:44:45,704 --> 00:44:48,748 I always think of it as a sort of scullery maid's name. 638 00:44:49,165 --> 00:44:52,335 Oh. Not that I'm casting any aspersions. 639 00:44:53,962 --> 00:44:56,965 Oh, dear. The things that come out of my mouth. 640 00:44:56,965 --> 00:44:59,759 No offence taken I hope. None at all, Kitty. 641 00:45:02,012 --> 00:45:05,265 We used to have a cat at home called Kitty. (SNIGGERS) 642 00:45:05,265 --> 00:45:08,685 Oh, Miss Mardle, isn't it? Yes. 643 00:45:08,685 --> 00:45:12,856 And this is your little treasure house. Yes. Ladies. 644 00:45:12,856 --> 00:45:15,108 How can I help you Mr Leclair? 645 00:45:15,108 --> 00:45:19,487 I'm looking for something. I don't know what it is yet. Maybe me. 646 00:45:19,487 --> 00:45:23,325 I need one detail for a window that is almost complete. 647 00:45:23,325 --> 00:45:26,077 In this particular window, I am creating a... 648 00:45:27,120 --> 00:45:29,247 ..a picture. 649 00:45:29,247 --> 00:45:32,917 Like a scene from a play. You understand? 650 00:45:32,917 --> 00:45:37,047 A play in a theatre. A play in the theatre. I understand perfectly. 651 00:45:37,047 --> 00:45:41,051 Good. So, we have two young ladies in a garden. 652 00:45:41,051 --> 00:45:44,471 One of them is turning. Looking out like this. 653 00:45:45,388 --> 00:45:49,434 Her hand shading her eyes as if she is waiting for someone. 654 00:45:49,434 --> 00:45:53,605 The other is seated. Looking down at something in her lap. 655 00:45:53,605 --> 00:45:57,942 And that something, that je ne sais quoi, 656 00:45:57,942 --> 00:46:00,612 is the focus of the whole picture. 657 00:46:01,655 --> 00:46:05,950 So you want us to suggest what she might be holding. 658 00:46:05,950 --> 00:46:09,412 This girl in the window. Exactly. 659 00:46:09,412 --> 00:46:12,666 That little something that will complete the picture. 660 00:46:12,666 --> 00:46:15,001 I have it all except that one thing so... 661 00:46:15,001 --> 00:46:19,005 Well, really, Mr Leclair, you cannot expect us to do your job for you. 662 00:46:19,005 --> 00:46:21,132 Oh, no. No. No. No. Of course. 663 00:46:21,132 --> 00:46:24,344 And you're very busy here. Forgive me. Please carry on. 664 00:46:25,595 --> 00:46:28,556 Mr Leclair. Sir. 665 00:46:30,183 --> 00:46:33,770 Erm...I thought, maybe, something like this? 666 00:46:36,815 --> 00:46:38,900 A silk flower. Hm-mm. 667 00:46:39,859 --> 00:46:41,987 Well, it wouldn't fade, would it? 668 00:46:41,987 --> 00:46:44,114 It's very practical. 669 00:46:44,114 --> 00:46:46,282 And you think this colour? 670 00:46:46,282 --> 00:46:49,369 To stand out. Against the green. 671 00:46:50,412 --> 00:46:52,414 Well, it would do that. 672 00:46:52,414 --> 00:46:54,624 People might think that she was given it as... 673 00:46:54,624 --> 00:46:56,710 As what? 674 00:46:57,752 --> 00:47:02,382 Well, as a token of love, as it were. 675 00:47:07,095 --> 00:47:09,180 A token of love? 676 00:47:10,432 --> 00:47:13,393 Very good. I will think about it. 677 00:47:16,271 --> 00:47:18,356 Miss Towler. Coming, Miss Mardle. 678 00:47:28,450 --> 00:47:30,577 (CLEARS HIS THROAT) 679 00:47:30,577 --> 00:47:34,122 What time would you like to dine tonight, Ma'am? 680 00:47:34,122 --> 00:47:38,001 Mr Selfridge telephoned to say he wouldn't be in this evening. 681 00:47:38,001 --> 00:47:40,837 He telephoned, you say? Yes, Ma'am. 682 00:47:41,504 --> 00:47:44,299 We will dine at 7:30 as usual. Thank you, Fraser. 683 00:47:45,467 --> 00:47:47,552 Very good, Ma'am. 684 00:47:48,720 --> 00:47:50,847 (SIGHS) 685 00:47:50,847 --> 00:47:52,932 That's three nights this week. 686 00:47:54,517 --> 00:47:56,936 It's nice to have a little time together. 687 00:47:56,936 --> 00:48:00,607 Not much chance of getting a word in edgeways when he's around. 688 00:48:00,607 --> 00:48:01,650 Indeed. 689 00:48:19,876 --> 00:48:23,004 _ I haven't been out of school long 690 00:48:23,964 --> 00:48:26,591 _ And I haven't really found my way 691 00:48:27,842 --> 00:48:30,387 Hello, there. You got the job, then. 692 00:48:30,387 --> 00:48:33,807 Yes. In Accessories. 693 00:48:33,807 --> 00:48:37,102 And you? I'm a waiter in the Palm Court Restaurant. 694 00:48:37,102 --> 00:48:39,187 Oh, it's supposed to be beautiful. 695 00:48:40,355 --> 00:48:42,440 Do you want to come and see? 696 00:48:43,692 --> 00:48:47,362 I couldn't. What if we were caught? Come on. Just a quick peek. 697 00:48:47,362 --> 00:48:51,032 In a couple of days, this place will be heaving with customers. 698 00:48:51,032 --> 00:48:53,326 Why not? You only live once. 699 00:48:53,827 --> 00:48:59,165 _ He's everything I ever dreamed of _ 700 00:49:03,420 --> 00:49:05,505 Oh, it's magical. 701 00:49:06,923 --> 00:49:09,551 Do you like working here? It's all right. 702 00:49:09,551 --> 00:49:13,430 Of course we haven't had any customers. We've been practising. 703 00:49:13,430 --> 00:49:15,932 I could practise on you if you like. 704 00:49:21,896 --> 00:49:23,773 Will this table suit, Miss? 705 00:49:26,443 --> 00:49:28,528 Come on. No-one's gonna come. 706 00:49:32,407 --> 00:49:34,492 All right, then. 707 00:49:35,994 --> 00:49:38,079 Thank you. 708 00:49:40,999 --> 00:49:43,126 Now, what can I get you, Miss? 709 00:49:43,126 --> 00:49:46,588 Oh, I don't know. I've never been to a place like this. 710 00:49:46,588 --> 00:49:49,841 Well, might I suggest a glass of sherry, Miss? 711 00:49:50,592 --> 00:49:53,637 Erm... All right, then. 712 00:49:53,637 --> 00:49:55,430 Just a small one. 713 00:49:59,351 --> 00:50:02,854 Actually, I feel bad about this. What if someone catches us? 714 00:50:02,854 --> 00:50:07,067 They won't but if they did, I'll say it's all part of my training. 715 00:50:07,067 --> 00:50:10,362 I'm so keen, I even carry on after hours. 716 00:50:13,365 --> 00:50:15,492 There you are, Miss Towler. 717 00:50:15,492 --> 00:50:16,910 One small sherry. 718 00:50:20,413 --> 00:50:22,540 Well, aren't you going to have one? 719 00:50:22,540 --> 00:50:26,753 Drinking with the customer, Miss? Strictly against the rules. 720 00:50:26,753 --> 00:50:28,838 But if you'll insist... 721 00:50:29,881 --> 00:50:31,508 ..I'll have a sip of yours. 722 00:50:35,929 --> 00:50:38,014 (SNIFFS) 723 00:50:43,019 --> 00:50:45,105 Delicioso. 724 00:50:48,942 --> 00:50:51,277 I'm gonna own a place like this one day. 725 00:50:51,277 --> 00:50:53,446 Are you? Definitely. 726 00:50:53,446 --> 00:50:57,117 How about you? Head Buyer in Accessories. 727 00:50:57,117 --> 00:50:59,202 Oh, I don't know. 728 00:51:00,161 --> 00:51:04,249 We've only just got here, haven't we? Nothing wrong with ambition. 729 00:51:04,249 --> 00:51:06,376 Nothing wrong with having dreams. 730 00:51:06,376 --> 00:51:09,504 Selfridge himself started out delivering newspapers. 731 00:51:11,631 --> 00:51:15,176 Well, I... I'd love to learn about window dressing. 732 00:51:15,176 --> 00:51:18,972 Well, there you are, then. A bit of an artist on the quiet, are you? 733 00:51:18,972 --> 00:51:22,809 I think you've got hidden depths. No, I haven't. 734 00:51:23,476 --> 00:51:25,979 No. I've got a nose for these sort of things. 735 00:51:27,188 --> 00:51:30,942 I think you are a bit special, Agnus Towler. 736 00:51:40,201 --> 00:51:42,787 I should go. Well, hang on a bit. 737 00:51:42,787 --> 00:51:45,582 Look. Have you seen the telephones we got here? 738 00:51:47,667 --> 00:51:51,463 You can phone anybody you like on the house. 739 00:51:53,173 --> 00:51:55,425 I don't know anybody with a telephone. 740 00:51:55,425 --> 00:51:57,510 (LAUGHS) Come on, then. 741 00:51:58,303 --> 00:52:02,641 Let's have a dance instead. No, I really have got to go. 742 00:52:02,641 --> 00:52:05,560 There's someone waiting for me. Come on. Really. 743 00:52:09,814 --> 00:52:12,400 All right. Of course, Miss. 744 00:52:26,289 --> 00:52:29,000 Where were you? You're late! Who's this? 745 00:52:29,000 --> 00:52:31,920 Victor Colleano. Pleased to meet you. Take your hands off her! 746 00:52:31,920 --> 00:52:35,006 George, don't take on. Take on? I'll give you take on! 747 00:52:35,006 --> 00:52:38,218 You need to learn some manners my friend. I said, "Get off her!" 748 00:52:38,218 --> 00:52:39,803 George! 749 00:52:39,803 --> 00:52:42,555 Leave him. You can do better than that. He's my brother. 750 00:52:42,555 --> 00:52:45,600 George. Calm down. What is it? 751 00:52:47,310 --> 00:52:50,355 He's found us, Agnes. He's tracked us down. 752 00:52:56,695 --> 00:52:58,780 Come on. 753 00:53:33,506 --> 00:53:34,716 Oh, no! 754 00:54:06,456 --> 00:54:09,834 We didn't think there was an actual fire, Chief but it's hard to tell. 755 00:54:09,834 --> 00:54:13,004 It is a very sophisticated system. Sophisticated?! 756 00:54:13,004 --> 00:54:17,133 It has soaked every window in this entire store 757 00:54:17,133 --> 00:54:19,010 for no reason whatsoever. 758 00:54:19,010 --> 00:54:22,055 Mr Selfridge. We have never installed something so advanced. 759 00:54:22,055 --> 00:54:24,933 There are bound to be some teething problems. No. 760 00:54:24,933 --> 00:54:28,186 No teething problems. Henri. Mr Selfridge. 761 00:54:28,186 --> 00:54:30,188 Not now. 762 00:54:30,188 --> 00:54:32,315 Can it be fixed? 763 00:54:32,315 --> 00:54:34,401 Impossible. 764 00:54:38,488 --> 00:54:41,700 But we've done the impossible before. 765 00:54:44,494 --> 00:54:47,372 Mr Selfridge, if the sprinklers go off inside the store, 766 00:54:47,372 --> 00:54:49,958 the insurance company say they won't cover us. 767 00:54:49,958 --> 00:54:52,085 They say the system's untested. 768 00:54:52,085 --> 00:54:54,462 It's all these innovations, Mr Selfridge. 769 00:54:54,462 --> 00:54:56,548 I don't see how we can proceed. 770 00:55:00,218 --> 00:55:02,304 Miss Blenkinsop. 771 00:55:03,179 --> 00:55:07,017 Gather the staff. I want everyone down here in 15 minutes. 772 00:55:07,017 --> 00:55:09,144 Apart from you, Crabb. 773 00:55:09,144 --> 00:55:12,731 Who will be on the telephone with the insurance company 774 00:55:12,731 --> 00:55:14,816 doing your job. 775 00:55:15,609 --> 00:55:18,361 This store IS opening tomorrow. 776 00:55:27,892 --> 00:55:30,061 Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. 777 00:55:30,061 --> 00:55:32,396 STAFF: Good morning, Mr Selfridge. 778 00:55:35,858 --> 00:55:38,194 They said we couldn't do it. 779 00:55:38,194 --> 00:55:40,780 Some are still saying we won't. 780 00:55:40,780 --> 00:55:43,324 Can't be done, they say. 781 00:55:43,324 --> 00:55:47,703 But we are going to prove them wrong. 782 00:55:47,703 --> 00:55:49,789 (APPLAUSE) 783 00:55:54,043 --> 00:55:58,047 I want to tell you that I am proud of each and every one of you, 784 00:55:58,047 --> 00:56:01,050 the way that you have risen to this challenge. 785 00:56:01,050 --> 00:56:03,761 And today will be no exception. 786 00:56:04,720 --> 00:56:09,183 We may be here until midnight working in a common cause, 787 00:56:09,183 --> 00:56:12,228 to create the finest house of business 788 00:56:12,228 --> 00:56:16,440 that London, that the world has ever seen! 789 00:56:16,440 --> 00:56:18,526 (APPLAUSE) 790 00:56:22,321 --> 00:56:26,659 We are going to open on the day, and on the dot of nine. 791 00:56:26,659 --> 00:56:29,787 So don't worry about whether the fellow next to you is ready - 792 00:56:29,787 --> 00:56:32,248 make sure that you are! 793 00:56:32,248 --> 00:56:35,793 Ladies and gentlemen, we are in this together. 794 00:56:36,711 --> 00:56:42,383 To work is elevating, to accomplish is superb. 795 00:56:42,383 --> 00:56:44,468 (APPLAUSE) 796 00:56:52,226 --> 00:56:54,729 All set? Yes, Mr Selfridge. 797 00:56:54,729 --> 00:56:56,814 (CHUCKLING) Very good. I like this. 798 00:56:56,814 --> 00:56:59,567 All set? Yes, Mr Selfridge. Nice. 799 00:57:00,568 --> 00:57:02,695 All set for tomorrow? Yes, Mr Selfridge. 800 00:57:02,695 --> 00:57:07,116 Very good, very good. This display is just a little bit too neat and tidy. 801 00:57:07,116 --> 00:57:09,744 We don't want them to be afraid to touch the goods. 802 00:57:09,744 --> 00:57:11,871 If I just pull one out like this, you see? 803 00:57:11,871 --> 00:57:13,956 It's more of an invitation. 804 00:57:13,956 --> 00:57:16,125 Once they've got one of these in their hands, 805 00:57:16,125 --> 00:57:18,461 they won't want to let 'em go. Yes, Mr Selfridge. 806 00:57:18,461 --> 00:57:22,715 But otherwise, well done, Miss Towler, well done. I have high hopes for you. 807 00:57:23,966 --> 00:57:26,927 All set for tomorrow? I think so, Mr Selfridge. 808 00:57:26,927 --> 00:57:31,474 You think so? Any doubt? No, Mr Selfridge. All set here. 809 00:57:31,474 --> 00:57:33,392 That's what I like to hear. 810 00:57:33,392 --> 00:57:36,729 All set for tomorrow? Good. Very good. 811 00:57:36,729 --> 00:57:39,190 All set? All set? 812 00:57:39,190 --> 00:57:42,777 MISS BUNTING: Come on, Doris, you should've finished that by now! 813 00:57:42,777 --> 00:57:46,822 The waist's too big! I shouldn't be doing fashion anyway. I'm Accessories. 814 00:57:46,822 --> 00:57:50,534 You need to stitch the back. I'll run down to haberdashery. 815 00:57:50,534 --> 00:57:52,536 All set for tomorrow? 816 00:57:52,536 --> 00:57:54,538 Yes, sir. All done sir. 817 00:57:54,538 --> 00:57:58,417 Good work. Thank you, Mr Selfridge. Thank you, sir. 818 00:58:01,420 --> 00:58:04,340 ELLEN: Do stop, Nancy, you're shaking the floorboards! 819 00:58:04,340 --> 00:58:06,425 (KNOCK AT DOOR) 820 00:58:13,641 --> 00:58:16,435 (SQUEALS WITH EXCITEMENT) 821 00:58:23,150 --> 00:58:25,277 Oh, Nancy! 822 00:58:27,321 --> 00:58:29,115 Ellen! 823 00:58:30,991 --> 00:58:35,287 This, my dear, is my ticket out of here. 824 00:58:35,287 --> 00:58:37,373 (SQUEALS AND GIGGLES) 825 00:58:44,213 --> 00:58:46,298 (SIGHS) 826 00:59:19,540 --> 00:59:21,625 Night, Mr Selfridge. 827 01:00:01,415 --> 01:00:05,044 (PIANO PLAYS) 828 01:00:11,509 --> 01:00:13,552 What's so fascinating out there? 829 01:00:13,552 --> 01:00:17,264 Would you believe it's starting to snow! 830 01:00:18,349 --> 01:00:22,061 It looks like it's settling too, of all the damn things! 831 01:00:22,061 --> 01:00:24,897 People won't let a little bad weather put them off. 832 01:00:24,897 --> 01:00:27,650 Just when you think you've covered every loophole. 833 01:00:27,650 --> 01:00:30,277 I dare say it'll all be gone by the morning. 834 01:00:30,361 --> 01:00:32,780 Well, let's pray it is. 835 01:00:53,801 --> 01:00:58,889 NEWSPAPER SELLER: Selfridges store opens today! Read all about it! 836 01:00:58,889 --> 01:01:00,975 (COMMOTION) 837 01:01:05,980 --> 01:01:08,399 (TICKS) 838 01:01:11,527 --> 01:01:13,612 (PLAYS FANFARE) 839 01:01:38,888 --> 01:01:41,724 It's just wonderful, Harry. Ain't it just? 840 01:02:02,286 --> 01:02:06,791 Congratulations, Harry! Absolutely top-notch, the whole caboodle! 841 01:02:07,750 --> 01:02:10,086 Mr Selfridge! 842 01:02:10,086 --> 01:02:14,298 Musker and I are so pleased with what you've done with our store. 843 01:02:14,298 --> 01:02:17,802 We've brought all our friends to see just how clever you are. 844 01:02:17,802 --> 01:02:19,929 Why thank you, Lady Mae. 845 01:02:19,929 --> 01:02:23,432 Do encourage them to purchase before they go. 846 01:02:30,022 --> 01:02:33,025 Mrs Selfridge? I'm Ellen Love. 847 01:02:33,025 --> 01:02:37,863 I expect Harry's told you I'm the Spirit of Selfridge's! 848 01:02:37,863 --> 01:02:39,990 Congratulations. 849 01:02:39,990 --> 01:02:44,495 That must be quite a responsibility for you, Miss Love. 850 01:02:45,663 --> 01:02:49,417 Well, who knew a shop could be this glamorous? 851 01:02:50,584 --> 01:02:53,879 Is there no end to your husband's talents? Ellen? 852 01:02:53,879 --> 01:02:56,507 Frank! How good to see you. 853 01:02:56,507 --> 01:02:58,592 Isn't this wonderful? 854 01:03:34,503 --> 01:03:38,340 Great day, Crabb. Great day. 855 01:03:38,340 --> 01:03:42,887 As a spectacle, Mr Selfridge. As a spectacle. 856 01:03:45,723 --> 01:03:48,017 Good night, Mr Crabb.