Life on Top (2009)
Synopsis
Based on a novel by Clara Darling, about a college grad who heads to a big city looking for work and discovers her older sister, who's been living there for years, is a model.
Network
Cinemax
Episodes
Sister Act
Naive, but beautiful business school grad Sophie arrives in New York City to make her mark, but discovers that her sister Bella is a very well known erotic model. Meanwhile, Sophie's college roommate Maya also comes to NYC to hunt for a job...and men
Working Girls
As Sophie comes to terms with Bella's secret lifestyle, she must also deal with her growing interest in her handsome boss. Meanwhile, Maya struggles in her new job as a barista, but gets help from an attractive stranger
Shoegasm
Sophie receives an unusual proposition from Avi--but isn't sure how to respond. Meanwhile, Maya wrangles a favor from Cassia as her search for the right job continues; Bella surprises Sophie with a pair of expensive shoes she wanted; and Sophie receives interesting advice for handling affairs in the office.
Ménage a Top
Maya is ticked off at D for hooking up with another girl in the gym. Sophie and Avi team up to assure Giancarlo about the Vertex purchase. The Bella, Cassia, & Andre hook up has unexpected consequences.
Tied, But Not Tied Down
Sophie can't stop thinking about her night with Avi; Maya and D's relationship grows stronger as they continue to train; Andre continues to see Bella despite Cassia's obvious disapproval of their relationship
Girls Night Out
Sophie discovers another side to Vertex's temperamental assistant Regina when they go out for drinks; Bella and Andre's connection grows stronger as Cassia begins a new liaison. Meanwhile, D reveals to Maya that he is falling for her
Down for the Count
Sophie quits her job. Bella and Andre's relationship takes an unexpected turn; Maya has her first official sparring match against a more experienced kick boxer; Bella and Cassia make up.
First Date
Sophie has her first official date with Tai. Meanwhile, Maya goes on the rebound and introduces some flexibility to her life after breaking up with D; and Bella finds herself getting more interested in photography
Blame It on Brazil
Sophie gets her first wax and finds the new configuration has some exciting effects. Bella spends some time on the other side of the camera. Cassia investigates opening her own restaurant and Maya resumes her training after taking a break.
Birthday Suit
Bella has an age crisis as her birthday approaches; Sophia plans a surprise party. Meanwhile, Maya and D discuss training together again; Cassia and Bella rekindle their friendship; and Avi makes Sophie an offer she can't refuse
Growing Pains
Bella continues to struggle with getting older; Sophie makes her decision on returning to Vertex; Cassia's restaurant plans hit a snag; and Maya decides to get back in the ring with the girl who beat her.
All In
Sophie's recreational gambling takes a serious turn when Tai ups the ante; Cassia finally tells Andre she's leaving Les Delices; Bella and Tom's relationship seems to be deepening while Maya convinces D she's ready for her match.
Happy Endings
Cassia realizes her dream of opening a restaurant; Maya gets her shot at redemption in the ring; Bella considers going back to college; and Sophie's decision not to go to Las Vegas takes a turn when Tai begs her to reconsider
Cast
Details
Original Title
Life on Top
Status
Ended
Seasons
2
Episodes
26
Production
HBO, Castel Film