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!
A soap opera targeted toward the younger set, "Hollyoaks" focuses on a group of students at a local college and their families, all of whom live in or around the nearby borough of Hollyoaks in Chester. The award-winning programme tackles such issues as rape, murder, substance abuse, psychological well being, and infidelity.
#1 - August 29, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 173 - Aired 8/29/2012
Dodger finds a scrap of evidence about the identity of his real father, while Ash confronts Martha about her behaviour and its impact on the rest of the Kanes. A jealous Joel delivers an ultimatum to Theresa after hearing about her new job, and Jacqui comes up with an unusual way of getting through to Myra.
#2 - 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.
#3 - 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?
#4 - 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.
#5 - 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?
#6 - 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.
#7 - 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.
#8 - August 31, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 175 - Aired 8/31/2012
A red mist will descend on the vision of a young Scottish Foxy, following the events of the night before. Will he be able to forgive Theresa? A guilty Ash will refuse to stand by and watch her family fall apart, but is it too late for her to save them? Meanwhile at the McQueens, a surprise visitor will persuade Michaela not to give up a fantastic opportunity, while Myra will decide it's time for someone to move out...
#9 - August 30, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 174 - Aired 8/30/2012
Dodger will take a turn for the worse and drown his sorrows, worried he will never find his true father. The Kane family will be in tatters following Martha's disappearance, did Ash push things too far? Myra will get back to her old self, and find an unusual way of letting out her anger. Elsewhere, an angry Theresa will look to someone new for comfort... will she be making a huge mistake?
#10 - 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.
#11 - August 28, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 172 - Aired 8/28/2012
Dirk tries to offer Dodger some fatherly advice, but the gesture only serves to irritate him further. Martha struggles to resist toasting Lacey's 16th birthday, and Jacqui begins to notice something unusual about Myra's behaviour. Meanwhile, Nancy inadvertently gives Mercedes just what she wants when she questions Riley about his affections, and Theresa is tempted by an offer guaranteed to bring in easy cash.
#12 - August 27, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 171 - Aired 8/27/2012
Tensions run high in the village as the day of Mitzeee's hearing arrives, and as the would-be Wag prepares to meet her fate, Mercedes continues to plot against her. Meanwhile, the newly released Myra appears to be hiding a secret, and Phoebe furthers her agenda by giving unreliable relationship advice to George. Callum tries to reconcile Martha and Lacey, and Bart's lie about his academic success proves hard to maintain.
#13 - August 24, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 170 - Aired 8/24/2012
Riley makes a surprising proposition that opens up the possibility of Mercedes' dreams coming true, and Dodger reels from the previous day's events. A newly returned Maddie turns the group against Esther, and Myra settles back into the family fold, but Jacqui suspects something is amiss.
#14 - August 23, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 169 - Aired 8/23/2012
#15 - August 22, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 168 - Aired 8/22/2012
Still hurting following Jen's revelation, Tilly acts out and finds herself in trouble with the police after stealing Jen's car. Meanwhile, struggling to get her head around recent revelations, Mercedes focuses her attentions back on Riley. Elsewhere, Texas's leaving party forces Dodger to take action, but are his words enough to stop her from leaving? Also today, Joel and Cheryl begin to build bridges as they unite in their grief for Lynsey, while Ryan's arrival leaves Phoebe out in the cold.
#16 - August 21, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 167 - Aired 8/21/2012
Jacqui's concerns for Mercedes grow as Doctor Browning struggles to convince Mercedes that they have a future together - is Mercedes falling for him in spite of herself? Later, Mercy lands herself in even more trouble when she's kidnapped… Meanwhile, Tilly is comforted by Neil as she struggles to accept Jen's news. But is Tilly prepared to roll over so easily? Elsewhere, Dodger struggles to regain his mojo, while Texas makes plans for a future away from Hollyoaks. Also today, Phoebe's efforts to force a wedge between George and Ryan don't go according to plan, while Ally gains Ash's forgiveness - but Walker has bigger plans for him.
#17 - August 20, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 166 - Aired 8/20/2012
#18 - August 17, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 165 - Aired 8/17/2012
#19 - 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.
#20 - 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.
#21 - 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.
#22 - September 17, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 186 - Aired 9/17/2012
The aftermath of the party causes ripples for the Kanes. While Rhys is busy trying to hold his family together, Jacqui and Myra enjoy a night on the town, and Cindy is left feeling neglected when Tony leaves her to spend an evening with the students.
#23 - September 18, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 187 - Aired 9/18/2012
As Ally continues to get the Kanes back on track, Callum is left wondering if he's too good to be true. Phoebe and Esther bond over their shared hatred of Maddie and, in an attempt to make Tony notice her, Cindy flirts with Rhys.
#24 - September 19, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 188 - Aired 9/19/2012
Callum is given reason to suspect that Ally isn't all he seems, while Maddie makes an effort to befriend Phoebe - but does she have an ulterior motive?
#25 - September 20, 2012
Season 18 - Episode 189 - Aired 9/20/2012
Callum's efforts to expose Ally lead to some major revelations. Meanwhile, Esther's fashion showcase ends in humiliation.