The BEST episodes of Hollyoaks

Every episode of Hollyoaks ever, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Hollyoaks!

Hollyoaks: the village in Chester where it all happens.

Last Updated: 8/31/2025Network: Channel 4Status: Continuing
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#1 - January 4, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/4/2012

Banged up together in a cell, Jacqui, Carmel, Myra, Lynsey, Cheryl and Nancy blame Cindy. Bart kicks off at a miffed Sinead.

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#2 - June 16, 2009

Season 15 - Episode 118 - Aired 6/16/2009

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Mon 21 Apr 2025
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#3 - Mon 21 Apr 2025

Season 31 - Episode 46 - Aired 4/21/2025

Leela and Joel work on their marriage, but Tommy is left feeling burnt. Rex helps Darren with Frankie. And a corrupt resident's patience starts to wear thin.

Directors: Sarah Kendell
Writer: Gareth Lemon
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Wed 19 Mar 2025
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#4 - Wed 19 Mar 2025

Season 31 - Episode 33 - Aired 3/19/2025

A grand party promises new beginnings for Frankie and Dillon, but it takes a dark turn... Elsewhere, Rex's childhood is revealed as he opens up to Ste.

Writer: Gareth Lemon
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Mon 3 Mar 2025
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#5 - Mon 3 Mar 2025

Season 31 - Episode 25 - Aired 3/3/2025

Lucas takes matters into his own hands in a bid to save his boyfriend, while concerns grow for Ste. Elsewhere, a family panic when a child goes missing.

Directors: David Crowley
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Mon 3 Feb 2025
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#6 - Mon 3 Feb 2025

Season 31 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/3/2025

There's a party at The Hutch as the restaurant re-opens its doors, but the cheer turns to fear when an unexpected guest crashes the celebrations. Meanwhile, Martha jeopardises her family secrets.

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Wed 29 Jan 2025
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#7 - Wed 29 Jan 2025

Season 31 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/29/2025

Mercedes is determined to do whatever it takes to stop Abe. Elsewhere, flames are reignited for one former couple, but will their family be supportive?

Directors: Kerri McLean
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Tue 14 Jan 2025
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#8 - Tue 14 Jan 2025

Season 31 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/14/2025

JJ takes the stand as the trial continues. The truth of what Rex is involved in is revealed. And when Tony is left without a chef, fate helps to restore what's meant to be.

Directors: David Crowley
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#9 - June 17, 2009

Season 15 - Episode 119 - Aired 6/17/2009

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#10 - January 1, 2010

Season 16 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/1/2010

Lydia is charged with Sarah's murder, and is disappointed when D.I. Fletcher reveals that she is also being charged with the attempted murder of Zoe. Fernando is delighted with Steph says "yes" to his proposal, whilst a mix-up leads Cheryl into thinking that she is engaged to Gilly! Mike is broken as he has to come to terms with the fact that Sarah was murdered.

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#11 - January 23, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 16 - Aired 1/23/2012

Things get awkward for Mercedes at the hospital when a doctor recognises her as someone he had relations with. And Cindy helps Darren with the secret wedding plans.

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#12 - January 18, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 13 - Aired 1/18/2012

It's getting harder for Callum to keep George's secret to himself. Leanne is heavy-handed when she clears the air with Dennis, while Jono and Ruby are unaware that they are falling in love.

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#13 - January 19, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 14 - Aired 1/19/2012

Ruby's getting mixed messages from Jono, who's feeling self-conscious about his lack of experience, while Callum's loyalty to George is affecting his relationship with Maddie.

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#14 - January 5, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/5/2012

As Ruby eagerly anticipates her 16th birthday, Cheryl makes an announcement about her new direction in life. At her lowest ebb, Cindy gets an offer of help from ex-husband Tony.

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#15 - January 9, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/9/2012

Declan's arrival in the village poses some questions for all concerned, while Ruby's 16th birthday party is a disaster.

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#16 - January 10, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/10/2012

Cheryl and Lynsey worry about Declan, while Jono struggles to avoid Ruby's attentions. Dennis cooks a romantic meal for Leanne, but isn't prepared for her reaction.

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#17 - January 11, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/11/2012

Cheryl grows concerned when Declan begins portraying Brendan-like traits at the pub quiz. Ruby finally finds the courage to ask Jono on a date, while Dennis changes tack with Leanne.

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#18 - January 13, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 10 - Aired 1/13/2012

Bart nervously awaits his dad's arrival, while Callum learns the truth about George. And Ruby invites Jono to the empty flat.

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#19 - January 16, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 11 - Aired 1/16/2012

Maddie returns from holiday while Jono is on cloud nine after sleeping with Ruby - but is she simply using him to climb the social ladder? Dennis faces a difficult choice between Mumbai and Leanne.

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#20 - January 17, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 12 - Aired 1/17/2012

George, Phoebe and Callum come to blows. Ruby is left confused about where she stands with Jono, and Dennis gets the wrong end of the stick when Leanne tries to let him down gently.

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#21 - January 12, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/12/2012

Callum's determination to help improve George's self-confidence doesn't have the desired effect, while Jono and Ruby enjoy their first date.

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Tue 22 Apr 2025
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#22 - Tue 22 Apr 2025

Season 31 - Episode 47 - Aired 4/22/2025

Tension rises between Darren and Nancy, while a villager who's searching for the truth is sent in the wrong direction. Tommy faces a chilling threat. And is a romance over before it's begun?

Directors: Sarah Kendell
Wed 21 May 2025
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#23 - Wed 21 May 2025

Season 31 - Episode 60 - Aired 5/21/2025

Joel's world unravels as a shocking crime leaves him with nowhere to turn. Nancy and Darren's search for answers continues, and an attempt to help ends in disaster.

Directors: James Campayne
Mon 19 May 2025
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#24 - Mon 19 May 2025

Season 31 - Episode 58 - Aired 5/19/2025

Joel sees a glimmer of hope for saving his marriage, but he's unaware of someone's sinister plans... Meanwhile, Nancy hides a secret, and Rex plays a dangerous game.

Directors: James Campayne
Mon 5 May 2025
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#25 - Mon 5 May 2025

Season 31 - Episode 52 - Aired 5/5/2025

Misbah anxiously awaits updates on Donny's condition, while Diane feels shattered when she discovers the truth. With tensions building, Darren jumps to conclusions, and a shocking ultimatum is made.

Writer: Steve Hughes