The BEST episodes of Hollyoaks season 18

Every episode of Hollyoaks season 18, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Hollyoaks season 18!

Hollyoaks: the village in Chester where it all happens.

Last Updated: 8/31/2025Network: Channel 4Status: Continuing
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#1 - 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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#2 - 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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#3 - 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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#4 - 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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#5 - 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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#6 - 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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#7 - 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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#8 - 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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#9 - 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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#10 - 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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#11 - 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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#12 - 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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#13 - January 2, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 1 - Aired 1/2/2012

Will Sam, Matt, Danny, Laurence and Louis actually move to London when a hot offer comes their way from an A&R guy who is interested in the band?

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#14 - January 20, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 15 - Aired 1/20/2012

Maddie uses Sinead to drive a wedge between Jono and Ruby. And Darren, convinced he knows everything about Nancy, starts arrangements for a secret wedding.

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#15 - January 3, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/3/2012

Cindy gets her comeuppance when the bailiffs show up to seize her assets, but will the McQueens let her get away without paying Carmel for all her hard work?

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#16 - September 14, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 185 - Aired 9/14/2012

There's chemistry in the kitchen when Ste helps Brendan prepare Joel's birthday dinner party. A bitter Maddie tells Ruby that Jono has a new girlfriend.

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#17 - September 13, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 184 - Aired 9/13/2012

Theresa plans a birthday surprise for Joel. Lacey devises a fun-filled money making scheme to help pay the rent. Bart and Neil play a prank on Jono.

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#18 - September 12, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 183 - Aired 9/12/2012

Joel's mum begs Theresa not to tell him her secret. The Kanes are soon struggling when Ash is unable to pay the rent. Jacqui seeks help from Frankie about Phoebe.

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#19 - September 11, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 182 - Aired 9/11/2012

Darren urges Nancy to take it easy. Mercedes puts on the performance of her life when Mitzeee hears the outcome of her trial. Theresa's frustrated that she's not getting any alone time with Joel.

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#20 - September 10, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 181 - Aired 9/10/2012

An unscrupulous Mercedes threatens Nancy and her baby, but will it be enough to stop Nancy's quest for justice? Leanne is still in the midst of wedding fever and Walker gets defensive when the doctor makes it clear that Cam's prognosis isn't good.

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#21 - September 7, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 180 - Aired 9/7/2012

Mercedes is causing chaos in the village again, but has she pushed Nancy too far this time?

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#22 - September 6, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 179 - Aired 9/6/2012

As the wedding day approaches, Dennis proves indispensable in keeping secrets, but he is having serious doubts. And, as Doug digs deeper, Ste issues an ultimatum.

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#23 - September 5, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 178 - Aired 9/5/2012

Dennis saves the day for Leanne, but Ste is at the end of his tether. How will Jen cope with a surprise new addition to her class?

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#24 - September 4, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 177 - Aired 9/4/2012

Following a nightmare first day at college, things go from bad to worse for Esther when Jack catches her skiving. And, with wedding preparations in full swing, Ste and Dennis are united in their misery.

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#25 - September 3, 2012

Season 18 - Episode 176 - Aired 9/3/2012

With the start of term looming, Esther and Ruby are dreading their first day at college, but will they be able to overcome their fears? The Kanes realise their cupboard is truly bare and are offered help from a budding friend.