The Bretts: The Complete Collection

Charles, frazzled and exhausted, is told that he needs a vacation, and so the family travels to Edwin's villa in the south of France. The Bretts' younger daughter, Perdita, takes advantage of her family's absence and the empty house.

As Charles's health worsens, he's forced to consider selling the theatre. He's not the only Brett having career difficulty--Edwin's film career stalls after his contract is suspended. Meanwhile, Fergus, the chauffer Hegarty's nephew, comes to visit.

Hegarty learns the true reason for Fergus's visit--the young man is on the run after witnessing a murder. Martha suffers a violent attack at the theatre, and Charles runs into trouble with the actors' union.

Martha's new politician boyfriend pressures her to accompany him on the campaign trail. At home, Fergus is still frightened of the thugs he saw committing a murder. Lydia persuades Charles to try something new--playing Romeo opposite her in a radio broadcast.

Tragedy strikes the Bretts' servants, and head butler Sutton can't stop blaming himself. Charles and Lydia's stage careers are both declining, as former theatergoers discover the thrill of "talkies." Edwin comes up with a business proposal that angers his father, but may save the family.

Edwin's relationship is threatened by the amount of time he spends with his glamorous co-star. His sister Martha finds herself forced to make a choice about her future. Meanwhile, Charles mulls over an offer to star in a film.