The BEST episodes written by Sophie Willan
#1 - Feng Suey
Alma's Not Normal - Season 1 - Episode 1
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.
#2 - Ruby
Alma's Not Normal - Season 1 - Episode 2
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.
#3 - The Richard Gere
Alma's Not Normal - Season 1 - Episode 3
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?
#4 - Boom and Bust
Alma's Not Normal - Season 1 - Episode 4
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.
#5 - On Record
Alma's Not Normal - Season 1 - Episode 5
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?
#6 - Sticking with You
Alma's Not Normal - Season 1 - Episode 6
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?
#7 - No Going Back
Alma's Not Normal - Season 2 - Episode 1
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.
#8 - Padaming All Over the Place
Alma's Not Normal - Season 2 - Episode 2
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.
#9 - Who the F Is Alice?
Alma's Not Normal - Season 2 - Episode 3
Reunited with her extended family for the funeral of her great-grandmother, Alma realises that her eccentric Boltonian family is what makes her unique.
#10 - The Black and White Movie
Alma's Not Normal - Season 2 - Episode 4
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?
#11 - Non, Je Ne Regrette Rien
Alma's Not Normal - Season 2 - Episode 5
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.
#12 - Never Give a Hamster Matches
Alma's Not Normal - Season 2 - Episode 6
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.