The BEST episodes written by Steve Hughes
#3 - Wed 12 Mar 2025
Hollyoaks - Season 31 - Episode 30
Myra returns home determined, and Mercedes finds herself in the middle of an intervention. Martha's worried about her son's next move, and a new romance continues to flourish.
#4 - Sarah Millican, Steve Hughes, Russell Kane
Live at the Apollo - Season 7 - Episode 6
Host Sarah Millican is joined by Australian funnyman Steve Hughes and the award-winning Russell Kane.
#5 - A Silent Witness
Hollyoaks - Season 20 - Episode 17
Nancy begs Maxine for answers, but will she have the courage to speak up? Meanwhile, Jason’s day goes from bad to worse, with horrifying consequences. Mercedes warns Carmel of her suspicions, but will her words fall on deaf ears? And Grace is determined to silence a Hollyoaks favourite once and for all.
#6 - Tue 22 Mar
Hollyoaks - Season 28 - Episode 57
Sam makes a shocking discovery after one of his bootcamp attendees is injured, and things get heated at the McQueens when Bobby starts to question his mum after making a big discovery.
#7 - Thu 28 Apr
Hollyoaks - Season 28 - Episode 84
Ste and Sienna are about to make a risky move, but someone beats them to it... Martine and Felix receive a letter from their son. Olivia continues to work her way into Sally's good books.
#8 - Fri 29 Apr
Hollyoaks - Season 28 - Episode 85
Ste and Sienna come face-to-face with their surprising accomplice, and Warren issues a brutal ultimatum. Theresa gives Olivia some harsh truths. Charlie struggles to control his anger.
#9 - Fri 03 Jun
Hollyoaks - Season 28 - Episode 110
Peri is worried about her relationship, so she and Ste set out to uncover the truth. Imran is caught red-handed. The youth boxing match has a surprising winner. DeMarcus is in danger.
#10 - Fri 15 Jul
Hollyoaks - Season 28 - Episode 140
It’s DeMarcus’ 16th birthday, but his bully steps it up a notch. John Paul lashes out at his family and has a heart-to-heart with his son. An insecure Grace gets the wrong end of the stick.
#11 - Thu 18 Aug
Hollyoaks - Season 28 - Episode 164
Liberty’s life is in danger when a hitman confuses her with Sienna and sets out to kill: can anyone save her? Scott clashes with Vicky’s boyfriend. Yazz gets the wrong end of the stick.
#12 - Fri 2 Sep
Hollyoaks - Season 28 - Episode 175
Grace clashes with Mercedes when her signature cocktail is featured at the McQueens’ speakeasy. Elsewhere, DeMarcus is having a hard time and shocking information comes to light for Joseph.
#13 - Wed 21 Sep
Hollyoaks - Season 28 - Episode 188
Victor’s demeanour turns sinister when his true intentions are revealed, leaving Sid and Juliet at his mercy once again. Shaq pens a heartfelt letter to Verity. Goldie senses trouble ahead.
#14 - Tue 18 Oct
Hollyoaks - Season 28 - Episode 207
Eric helps Tony at The Dog, but some shocking gossip leads to a drastic decision. Sally’s students show their support. Ethan becomes convinced that he and Sienna have a romantic connection.
#15 - Wed 30 Nov
Hollyoaks - Season 28 - Episode 238
Sienna received some shocking news. Juliet nervously awaits her biopsy appointment. Tony and Beau team up to fix the village statue. And Nana is shaken to her core by some missing biscuits.
#16 - Fri 6 Jan
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 5
Maxine and James meet Eric’s former flatmate, who fills them in on Eric’s past. Darren considers a change in profession. Yazz struggled to come to terms with recent events.
#17 - Thu 16 Feb
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 34
Mercedes is in all-out self-destruct mode when an act of betrayal leaves her relationship hanging by a thread. And a particularly steamy dream leaves one resident red in the face.
#18 - Wed 19 Apr
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 78
Eric’s patience is wearing thing. Will James do what it takes to keep his client happy? And it’s the casino night at The Loft, and the stakes couldn’t be higher for Cindy.
#19 - Wed 3 May
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 88
Grace wants to prove she can still be bad, but her plan doesn’t land just her in trouble. Will Shing Lin’s attempts to help Charlie with his exam land then both in hot water?
#20 - Thu 4 May
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 89
Zara’s criminal past is revealed, and a heart-breaking revelation inspires her to join forces with Cindy and Grace. Determined to cheer Juliet up, Peri brings the fun to her.
#21 - Wed 28 Jun
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 128
Will everyone involved in the heist get out unscathed and with their freedom intact? Just when Sienna and Ethan’s plan is going well, the Earl of Dee throws things off track.
#22 - Thu 29 Jun
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 129
Grace makes a tough decision that has huge consequences. Zara confesses her true feelings to Damon. Leela and Joel’s relationship may be over before it’s really begun.
#23 - Mon 24 Jul
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 146
Romeo is having doubts about Rayne's intentions. John Paul battles with the idea of reporting his attack to the police. And is there hope for Yazz and Tom's marriage?
#24 - Wed 20 Sep
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 188
Ethan gives Sienna an ultimatum: it's either him or Rafe. John Paul gets closer to new headteacher Carter - but does he have an ulterior motive?
#25 - Wed 4 Oct
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 200
After a helpless Charlie turns to his headteacher, a fundraiser is thrown to help the struggling Osbornes. Goldie is determined to keep John Paul away from Carter.
#26 - Mon 23 Oct
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 213
Things turn tense at Mercedes' 40th birthday party when Warren takes to the mic. Carter helps John Paul with money. And a gesture of love by Tony doesn't go down well.
#27 - Thu 9 Nov
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 226
John Paul comes to a horrifying revelation as he confronts Carter about his true intentions. James is left feeling hurt when Ste defends his son. Felix opens up at his therapy session.
#28 - Tue 19 Dec
Hollyoaks - Season 29 - Episode 254
A special guest steals the limelight from Anita Tinkle during the Christmas parade. A family are left struggling after a raft of final demands. And a teen finds himself in trouble again.
#29 - Thu 18 Jan 2024
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 10
Nancy's thrown in at the deep end on her first day back at work. A familiar face from the past surprises Darren with some big news. And one vengeful resident is out for blood...
#30 - Fri 19 Jan 2024
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 11
Darren comes to his senses after an eye-opening chat. One visitor overhears a shocking conversation. And Leela breaks down at the thought of losing a loved one.
#31 - Wed 28 Feb 2024
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 39
In emotional scenes, Declan and Carter's homophobic conversion therapy drives Lucas down a dangerous and damaging path. One couple receive shocking news. A drunken night leads to betrayal.
#32 - Fri 22 Mar 2024
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 56
Carter can no longer hide the truth from his girlfriend, a son extends an olive branch to his estranged mum, and a date doesn't go to plan.
#33 - Fri 12 Apr 2024
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 71
Sally has a secret, but will the McQueens discover the truth? Ste sees no way out. Dilly plays dirty. Suspicious behaviour leads to a cheating accusation, but is everything as it seems?
#34 - Mon 13 May 2023
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 92
Everyone is turning on Mercedes, but does she have some new allies? Misbah tries to keep the peace. Marie faces her future role as grandmother. Frankie resorts to drastic measures to protect herself.
#35 - Thu 13 Jun 2024
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 115
Cleo's slip of the tongue makes Marie suspicious. Unlikely team Warren and Ste plan their next smuggling job. And will Dave fall for Hannah's tricks?
#36 - Mon 12 Aug 2024
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 157
Believing that trouble is behind him, Warren hosts a barbecue, but his happiness is short-lived. A grieving resident tries to escape reality. And a search for answers gets closer to the truth.
#37 - Thu 5 Sep 2024 (2)
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 176
The wheels are in motion for Warren's escape as an unlikely alliance forms. Tempers flare when Suzanne implicates Frankie in the abuse. And Cleo is stuck with a controlling Abe.
#38 - Mon 9 Sep 2024
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 177
Police swarm the village following Warren's prison escape, but will he jeopardise his happily ever after? Misbah tries to get into her captor's head. Cleo prepares to flee from abusive Abe.
#39 - Tue 8 Oct 2024
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 190
Frankie and Vicky promise never to keep secrets from each other again as the best friends bond over their problems.
#40 - Mon 18 Nov 2024
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 207
Diane has a confession to make, a mother is urged to stay strong for her family, and a villager comes clean with a secret they've been harbouring.
#41 - Christmas (1)
Hollyoaks - Season 30 - Episode 222
An incriminating confession reveals a wolf in sheep's clothing. Mercedes is hot on Abe's tail. And a wife keeps close tabs on her husband.
#42 - Mon 20 Jan 2025
Hollyoaks - Season 31 - Episode 7
As concern for Dilly grows, Sienna heads to the police station with some information. Elsewhere, Freddie is determined to protect his wife, and Grace will do whatever it takes to cover her tracks.
#43 - Mon 7 Apr 2025
Hollyoaks - Season 31 - Episode 40
In this special episode, Hollyoaks journeys back to the missing year and unwraps some of the challenges the residents faced, including Mercedes' diagnosis and Joel's relapse...
#44 - Wed 4 Jun 2025
Hollyoaks - Season 31 - Episode 66
Buried trauma and dangerous secrets come to light, and a familiar face returns. Meanwhile, as Mercedes chooses to follow her heart, is it goodbye for another resident?