The BEST episodes of Alma's Not Normal

Every episode of Alma's Not Normal ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Alma's Not Normal!

Big dreams, no qualifications and always herself. Mum’s been sectioned, Gran’s too busy, but after a messy break-up, wild child Alma aims to break free in Bolton.

Last Updated: 12/13/2024Network: BBC TwoStatus: Continuing
Sticking with You
star
7.83
29 votes

#1 - Sticking with You

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 10/18/2021

News that Alma will be leaving for a six month theatre tour looks like it might push her mum Lin over the edge. Is Alma prepared to give up on her dreams to save her mum?

Directors: Andrew Chaplin
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On Record
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7.59
27 votes

#2 - On Record

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 10/11/2021

When social services sends through her records, Alma faces up to her experiences of being in the care system. Will she end up missing out on an opportunity of a lifetime?

Directors: Andrew Chaplin
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The Richard Gere
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7.57
28 votes

#3 - The Richard Gere

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 9/27/2021

Alma is finally making some money by embracing her role as Ruby when she meets Phil. He’s a client who is handsome and sophisticated, but is he too good to be true?

Directors: Andrew Chaplin
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Boom and Bust
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7.38
32 votes

#4 - Boom and Bust

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/4/2021

There’s some good news for Lin, as her section could finally be lifted - but it means Alma has to convince Grandma Joan to let her mum move in.

Directors: Andrew Chaplin
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Who the F Is Alice?
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7.36
11 votes

#5 - Who the F Is Alice?

Season 2 - Episode 3 - Aired 10/21/2024

Reunited with her extended family for the funeral of her great-grandmother, Alma realises that her eccentric Boltonian family is what makes her unique.

Directors: Andrew Chaplin
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Ruby
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7.31
36 votes

#6 - Ruby

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 9/20/2021

Alma reluctantly takes up the position of ‘sandwich artiste’ at SubNGo. But after a demeaning trial shift, she decides to try a different career path.

Directors: Andrew Chaplin
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Never Give a Hamster Matches
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7.30
10 votes

#7 - Never Give a Hamster Matches

Season 2 - Episode 6 - Aired 11/11/2024

Alma decides to channel Erin Brockovich to help her mum get out of a legal pickle she has found herself in. Jim encourages Alma to start writing again.

Directors: Andrew Chaplin
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Feng Suey
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7.16
43 votes

#8 - Feng Suey

Season 1 - Episode 1 - Aired 9/13/2021

After a recent break-up, Alma tries to get her life back on track. But with no job, no qualifications and a rebellious streak a mile wide, it is not going to be easy.

Directors: Andrew Chaplin
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Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien
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7.11
9 votes

#9 - Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien

Season 2 - Episode 5 - Aired 11/4/2024

Joan has more shocking news. She writes a bucket list and demands Alma and Lin help her to complete it. They take an unforgettable trip to Blackpool.

Directors: Andrew Chaplin
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The Black and White Movie
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7.10
10 votes

#10 - The Black and White Movie

Season 2 - Episode 4 - Aired 10/28/2024

Alma has been dreaming of meeting her long-lost father since she was a little girl. When she finally tracks him down, can he live up to the man she’s always dreamt of?

Directors: Andrew Chaplin
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Padaming All Over the Place
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7.08
12 votes

#11 - Padaming All Over the Place

Season 2 - Episode 2 - Aired 10/14/2024

Grandma advises Alma to have some fun, so she finds herself a date and bags a job at Leanne’s – neither of which go to plan. Maybe Alma’s fine as she is.

Directors: Andrew Chaplin
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No Going Back
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6.58
12 votes

#12 - No Going Back

Season 2 - Episode 1 - Aired 10/7/2024

Alma is back in town and desperate for things to be different. And they certainly are different - Joan has some shocking news that’s going to change everything.

Directors: Andrew Chaplin
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