The BEST episodes of Stella (2012) season 1

Every episode of Stella (2012) season 1, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of Stella (2012) season 1!

Ruth Jones stars as a 40-something mum juggling the ups and downs of family life amid the chaos of her eccentric friends, relatives and children's fathers. Stella's world is populated by a wealth of characters including her best friend Paula (Elizabeth Berrington), who is a functioning alcoholic and funeral director. Then there’s lollipop man and youth rugby coach Alan (Steve Spiers), who has been in love with Stella since 1984 but who finds stiff competition in the form of dishy Sean (Kenny Doughty)... The brainchild of Ruth Jones, co-writer and co-star of the multi-award-winning Gavin and Stacey, Stella is a ten-episode family saga set against the backdrop of the Welsh valleys.

Last Updated: 2/1/2024Network: Sky1Status: Ended
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Episode Ten
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7.91
22 votes

#1 - Episode Ten

Season 1 - Episode 10 - Aired 3/9/2012

Ruth Jones's hit comedy drama concludes as Luke prepares to move to Canada, while Stella must decide between Sean and Rob. Who will she choose? Last in current series.

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Episode 8
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7.68
31 votes

#2 - Episode 8

Season 1 - Episode 8 - Aired 2/24/2012

The weekend of the stag and hen parties arrives, and while the girls head for a hotel and spa break, Dai saves the boys from a Grease-themed event by taking them camping in Brecon. However, Stella is devastated when she hears Luke is considering moving to Canada to live with dad Rob.

Directors: Sue Tully
Writer: Ruth Jones
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Episode Nine
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7.61
28 votes

#3 - Episode Nine

Season 1 - Episode 9 - Aired 3/2/2012

As Stella deals with the news that Luke is going to leave, Emma goes into labour at school, leading Stella and Rob to grow closer when they come to her rescue.

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Episode 4
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7.48
58 votes

#4 - Episode 4

Season 1 - Episode 4 - Aired 1/27/2012

Stella is pleased when her eldest son, Luke, returns home. Before long though he's in with the wrong crowd, leading to tensions with Sean.

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Episode 3
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7.44
59 votes

#5 - Episode 3

Season 1 - Episode 3 - Aired 1/20/2012

After a local legend called 'Dick the Kick' passes away, Stella attempts to help Paula throw the funeral of the century for him.

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Episode 2
star
7.41
69 votes

#6 - Episode 2

Season 1 - Episode 2 - Aired 1/13/2012

Stella ends up reacting badly to Emma's news, which causes a rift between them.

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Episode 7
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7.37
30 votes

#7 - Episode 7

Season 1 - Episode 7 - Aired 2/17/2012

Luke has a 25th birthday party, but his mind is elsewhere having met with his estranged father. While dad Rob is eager to make up for lost time, Luke is unsure whether he wants to get to know him. Meanwhile, Stella and Sean step into the boxing ring, where a practical joke leads to a close shave when Sean receives a killer blow.

Directors: Sue Tully
Writer: Ruth Jones
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Episode 5
star
7.35
26 votes

#8 - Episode 5

Season 1 - Episode 5 - Aired 2/3/2012

Stella starts a fitness drive in the build-up to her date with Sean. After Dai goes missing though she is soon distracted. There is a surprise for Luke.

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Episode 1
star
6.94
78 votes

#9 - Episode 1

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

Stella is fed up with her appearance. Attempting to glam herself up, she has a bit of fun in daughter Emma's bedroom, trying on her clothes and playing with make-up. But the fun comes to an abrupt halt when she makes a startling discovery.

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Episode 6
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6.89
28 votes

#10 - Episode 6

Season 1 - Episode 6 - Aired 2/10/2012

While Stella looks like the cat that got the cream following her night with Sean, Emma hears a worrying rumour about Sunil. Luke has something on his mind too.

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