Actual People (2021)

The true identity of Rayne's killer is finally revealed. Is Rafe beginning to get genuine feelings for his 'fiancée'? Elsewhere, one resident wants some passion in their life, and a teen finally puts themselves out there - but is left humiliated.

Will justice be served when a shocking turn of events leads to the entire village searching for one resident? A teen resorts to drastic measures to not feel left out. And someone is left with a cloud of doubt hanging over them.

Sienna comes across something alarming while on a walk. Warren won't let anything come between him and what he wants. A teen's emotions build as they start to blame themselves. And a husband is heartbroken when he discovers the truth.

Carter's lingering dark side comes back out when he returns to his old way of thinking. Nana won't give up on her granddaughter's happiness. One dad will do whatever it takes to protect their child. And an unlikely pairing are tasked with an important job.

Rafe receives some bad news, and his drunken mumblings leave Sienna with big questions. Mercedes hurts someone by making a big decision. And the walls are closing in for one resident.

The village hosts two weddings in one day. But brides Mercedes and Sienna both have to contend with lovelorn guests who are desperate to stop the respective marriages at any cost.

In an unmissable hour-long special, well-loved characters return, mysterious new faces appear and residents' paths collide as the explosive double wedding day continues.

In the aftermath of yesterday's events, residents scramble to find out information about their loved ones, and some are struck by devastating news.

As one resident is questioned by the police, an unlikely pair seek comfort in each other, and a home police search causes panic for one guilty resident.

Nancy’s thrown back in the deep end on her first day back at work. A familiar face from the past surprises Darren with some big news. One vengeful resident is out for blood.

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.

Goldie makes a big discovery, jealousy fuels a lie as Leela tries to fix her relationship, a confrontation escalates, and Darren tries to make up for lost time.

A confession solves Goldie's mystery, Carter tries to strike up a deal in return for silence, and there's a shock arrival on Darren's doorstep.

Two McQueens make a big decision to keep their family out of trouble. Peri tries to get through to the one she loves. Nancy has a life-changing suggestion for her family.

Tom decides to come clean to his wife, a plan backfires, leaving yet another broken heart in the village, and Cindy takes her frustrations out on everyone around her.

Cindy wants answers about Ella's death, and Theresa remembers some information that might lead to the truth. Elsewhere, a secret between two past lovers is revealed.

Feeling lost, Peri turns to partying and abandoning her responsibilities. Meanwhile, one resident has hidden intentions, and a father needs to find the truth.

Ste is struggling with guilt and seeks help. Warren sticks to his plan for revenge. At the hospital, there's a big mistake with life-threatening consequences.

The father of Mercedes' unborn twins is revealed. One dad is forced to open up about his feelings. And there's yet another proposal in the village.

An ill-advised fishing trip sees Warren and Felix come head-to-head. The walls are closing in for one resident. And after some off-the-record advice, a lie is exposed.

After supposedly being jilted on her wedding day, Sienna is determined to get some answers, and information about a new resident is revealed.

Emotions are running high as the village says goodbye to Ella, Sienna feels crushed when Dilly is forced to reveal the truth, and a game of spin the bottle leaves one teen hurt.

There is a revelation when Dilly's true identity is uncovered. Romance blossoms for two teens in the village, and unexpected help leads to one family offering their spare room.

New evidence leads to a breakthrough in the investigation into Ella's death. A teen struggles to contain their emotions. And one resident starts putting the pieces together.

When confronted with the truth about his involvement in Ella's death, Ste tries to keep it from being revealed to anyone else. And a new face is hoping to stay in the village.

The weight of his guilt sends Ste down a dark path. A daughter tries to encourage her mum to do the right thing. And a dinner invite comes with an ulterior motive.

Leela is forced to confess, one resident decides to give a potential new relationship a chance, and a teen chooses a new path for his future.

Two former lovers reunite, one teacher is left with questions, and wise words from a friend encourage one resident to go after what he wants.

It's Valentine's Day in the village, and two former lovers are called out. Nancy confronts Carter about his new programme.

Darren tries to build a relationship with Frankie and JJ. One resident is left with some explaining to do when they're caught out, while a misunderstanding gets cleared up.

Yazz has a choice to make, and gives Peri some words of advice. A step-mum reaches out to make amends. And will a fugitive be found out when a neighbour hears a noise?

The blended Ashworth and Osborne family are in turmoil. One resident knows what they want and is prepared to wait for it. And a teen plays Cupid for a torn-apart couple.

Romeo gets caught up in the middle of his dad's mess. A grandfather is left feeling alone. And one resident is presented with a proposal.

Ethan dishes out some harsh home truths to Dilly - but will she leave the village? A teen returns home to find their family ripped apart.

James is concerned about Romeo when he realises that his blackmailing will no longer work on Kane. A daughter shares some exciting news with her mum, which could mean a fresh start.

Dilly receives some sinister guidance from her late father when Patrick Blake seems to return. A desperate husband takes matters into his own hands, and a lawyer is backed into a corner.

Lucas is struggling with his emotions and seeks guidance from Scott, but a manipulative Carter overhears, while a special ceremony doesn't go to plan when a secret is revealed, with unforeseen consequences. Elsewhere, can a family move forward?

Ste returns to the village and wants to get to the bottom of Lucas's behaviour, but will a helping hand do more harm than good? Elsewhere, new beginnings lie ahead for one resident, and a McQueen decides what she wants.

In emotional scenes, Lucas is manipulated as he's forced to face his past and his feelings. One couple receive shocking news that leaves them concerned. A drunken night leads to betrayal.

Abe's dark side emerges as he causes rifts among the McQueens. A conflicted teen pushes away his friends, a husband feels unwanted, and there's a shock discovery about someone's identity.

There's a McQueen family feud when Abe comes between Cleo and Theresa. A troubled teen wants to do what's right, and a relationship could be on the rocks.

Tony and Diane find themselves in trouble with the law. An old feud is reignited, and an overheard conversation leaves a husband feeling unwanted.

Cindy and Suzanne compete for a job, but they do not fight fair. A row between brothers has unforeseen consequences, and one resident worries about their reputation.

James is backed into a corner while trying to protect his son. Cindy opens up about her feelings. And are things looking up for two former lovers?

A will reading leads James to make a shocking discovery. Desperate parents agree to do anything to help their child. And is a new romance on the cards for an unexpected coupling?

Sienna is furious at Dilly after discovering that Rafe left them with nothing, believing she knew about it all along, and bans her from the funeral. Darren wants to do right by his family, but he's left panic-stricken when his dad is nowhere to be found. A shock revelation leaves two sisters feuding. And will an escape plan work out?

A prisoner on the run is stopped in his tracks when he's reunited with a former friend. A funeral crasher sets out to make amends. And a family meeting ends with a big ultimatum.

Peri is in hot water following recent events, Dilly and Prince go on their first date, and there are distressing times for Frankie as the root cause of her trauma becomes clear.

A devastated Frankie reels from recent actions. One resident fears that their guilt will result in a relapse, and a daughter encourages her mum to forgive her former love.

Joel wants to move forward, while Abe and Theresa have an awkward encounter in front of Cleo. A teenager feels trapped in their own home, and one resident is out for blood.

Ste worries for his family's safety as Warren gets closer to finding out who killed his daughter. A teen is left fearful in her own home, and a joint gender reveal party doesn't go to plan.

Mercedes and newcomer Marie clash over Warren. One resident feels unwanted when intimacy is rejected. The weight of guilt leads to a shocking confession.

Joel is shocked by a drunken revelation from his mum, but is everything as it seems? The truth tears one family apart, and a teen plays Cupid.

John Paul gives his opinion on Carter's relationship, which hurts Maxine. One resident's angry side is revealed, and a son refuses to let his family be torn apart.

Cleo does whatever she can to save her relationship. A date is rescheduled when a resident is distracted, and an affair is finally unveiled.

Carter can no longer hide the truth from his girlfriend, a son extends an olive branch to his estranged mum, and a date leaves someone hurt when it doesn't go how they had hoped.

Things are looking up for Marie as a heartfelt conversation leads to a family reconciliation. Feeling rejected, one resident puts an end to a blossoming relationship. And manipulation makes one teen push away a friend.

Kitty is flustered during her first shift at the hospital, but will anyone find out that everything is not as it seems? A teen is concerned that their friend is being manipulated, and CCTV footage threatens to uncover a dark secret.

Nancy is worn out and fears that things might only get harder for her, while Frankie overhears a conversation that leaves her feeling even more alone. And one resident continues to manipulate those around them.

A teen at breaking point lashes out at her mum. A family pull together to help one of their own. And one resident must face the consequences of his actions, but is left feeling hopeless when his loved ones are threatened.

Mercedes refuses to be bullied into doing something illegal. One teen will do anything to escape reality, which puts their life in danger, while two residents are forced to leave their home out of fear.

Lucas and Frankie bond as they open up to each other. A threat is made towards one family, and a dad tries to do the right thing to support his child.

Mercedes calls for back-up when a familiar face returns. One mother struggles to accept their child's wishes, while a father must make a tough decision in order to protect his family.

Carter appears to help the Hutchinsons, but does he have an ulterior motive? One resident seems to be out of the firing line when he's presented with an opportunity, and a family keeps on getting bigger.

James makes things worse for Ste when he confronts Warren. A teen who tries to help is left with questions of their own.

Sienna's risky plan makes James fret about Ste's safety. There's a passionate moment between two residents, and a surprise is revealed.

Freddie makes an enemy when something is stolen from the garage. Two friends panic when a recording falls into the wrong hands. And an 18th birthday is full of surprises and mixed emotions.

Abe panics as the police demand answers about Marie's son's disappearance. A girls' night in takes an unexpected turn. And a teen feels rejected when they follow their true feelings.

A shocking turn of events incriminates Maxine. A mum is shocked to hear that her son has gone away. And a teen breaks down as their emotions become overwhelming.

Carter's manipulation makes Lucas push Dillon too far. A thoughtful gesture isn't well received by everyone. And there's trouble ahead as a resident is backed into a dangerous corner.

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?

With her youngest son still missing, Marie spirals, but little does she know that Abe is pulling the strings. Sally sets out to seize the day. Frankie sees red. And fury turns to passion.

Emotions run high for Marie when a reunion turns sour. Concern grows for Sally's wellbeing. A blossoming romance hits a bump in the road. And an injury jeopardises a student's career.

Cleo is left heartbroken. Tony encourages Diane to be more supportive of their child. Sally is forced to come clean to her son. Nancy encourages Frankie to pursue her passion of dance.

Ro clashes with Diane and Tony. Darren is blamed for his daughter's recent behaviour. Donny announces that he's moving to Hollyoaks. Freddie plays the field.

Darren puts his daughter first, and someone is wrongly accused. A headteacher is confronted, while one resident continues to play the field.

Kitty tries to flee as her past catches up with her. Two residents clash when priorities are questioned. A teen who's backed into a corner resorts to blackmail.

Grace Black is back and Freddie opens up to her about the pain of being estranged from his daughter. A youngster is in danger when Declan is introduced as school inspector. A concerned dad decides that it's time to seek professional help.

Freddie's love life leaves him in hot water, and a couple are forced to face their relationship issues, but things take a drastic turn when someone collapses.

A concerned John Paul asks Lucas if he's being coerced into having homophobic views. An accident leaves a resident in danger. And Freddie receives a shock proposal.

Suspecting that Carter is still practising conversion therapy, John Paul steps in. There is tension at the Maaliks', and Freddie tries to crack the code.

The village is bustling with Pride celebrations as Kitty takes the mic, but a fearful John Paul sees danger ahead. Meanwhile, Ste faces an impossible decision.

Pride is in full swing in the village, but there's tragedy afoot for two lovers, while Ste discovers that his son is in danger. Elsewhere, Freddie finds what he's looking for.

Pride festivities continue, but the walls are closing in on Carter. Meanwhile, Freddie and Warren go head-to-head, and Lizzie makes an unexpected confession.

Revelations at Pride lead to pointing fingers, broken trust, and tension at Hollyoaks High. Meanwhile, a distraught Ste must tend to unfinished business.

Freddie is digging for gold, but will he fly too close to the sun? There’s a scanner in the works for Dave and Cindy’s big day. Lucas doesn’t know who to trust.

Ste is desperate to hold his family together as his court date arrives, but James shows his selfish side. Elsewhere, Marie discovers a huge secret and Lizzie tries to save the day.

It’s Cindy and Dave’s wedding, but will the day go off without a hitch? Zoe’s ‘in hot water when a text to the wrong person threatens to uncover a secret. Warren tries to cover his track.s

A group of friends finds themselves in danger, and Zoe has a confession to make. Elsewhere, Cleo sands up to Abe and gives him some home truths. Marie has her own party at The Dog.

Warren clashes with a McQueen as his dodgy dealings catch up with him, while Mercedes has to break some devastating news. Cleo tries to make peace with Marie, but her selfish response divides them.

A bruised Prince redirects his anger, Grace has a surprise visitor, an unsettling piece of art leads to further concern for Frankie, and Cindy tries tough love.

It seems like everyone is turning on Mercedes, but does she have some new allies? It's a crowded house at the Maaliks' as Misbah tries to keep the peace. Marie faces her future role as grandmother. Frankie resorts to drastic measures to protect herself.

Frankie tries to cover her tracks, an alarming message at school leads to fear of Carter's return, and there's a confrontation at the Maaliks'.

It's the day of the interviews for Hollyoaks' new head teacher, but John Paul is preoccupied when he hears about a dangerous plan, and Misbah is determined to put things right.

John Paul finds himself in danger, Beau becomes suspicious of Kitty's whereabouts, and Lucas and Dillon are finally free to show their true feelings.

John Paul pleads for his life as Carter takes his conversion therapy to a dangerous level, while Kitty is nowhere to be seen. Elsewhere, two lovestruck teens grow closer, and a fresh marriage is on the rocks

Danger looms in a cabin in the woods as Beau comes to the rescue, while Cindy's thoughtful gesture leads to heartfelt tributes, and there's no room at the inn for Suzanne

Panic strikes for one pair as they scramble to cover their tracks, while Marie tends to her strained relationship with her youngest son. There's an unexpected new client for Hannah, and a returning Roscoe has an unlikely connection in the village.

Leela and Joel have a hidden agenda for their party, but the cat is soon out of the bag. A resident opens up about her difficult upbringing, and Dave might have met his match.

Wedding bells are ringing for Leela and Joel, but will a disapproving mother-in-law - or a regretful argument the night before - threaten their big day? Elsewhere, Ste pleads for a day off to spend time with his family, Tony unintentionally airs Cleo's dirty laundry, and Dave tries to make it up to Cindy.

For one resident, the best night of her life takes a devastating turn, and Abe tries to twist the narrative following a vicious attack behind closed doors, Hannah toys with a married man, and James struggles to brush the pending court case under the rug.

In the early hours, following a night of celebrations, phones light up with calls from the hospital. Cleo continues to challenge Abe about his abuse. Grace pleads with Freddie to stick to the plan, but will a shock reunion throw a spanner in the works?

As the villagers hear about what happened during the night of celebrations, a couple prepare for the day ahead. Freddie seems to be losing his nerve as Mercedes tries to help his situation.

Marie offers guidance during a devastating time, but an accident causes further heartbreak for one couple, Cleo wants space, and Sienna makes a shock discovery.

Sienna goes head-to-head with James, a mysterious new resident is up to no good, the walls are closing in on Ste, and Joel is determined to find out what happened.

Sienna gets the wrong end of the stick when a hospital visit leads to a confusing discovery, but will she get to the bottom of what happened? Elsewhere, JJ tries to stop Frankie from achieving her goals.

A dance audition brings hopes of a fresh start for one young resident, but there's an unwelcome face in the crowd, and three sisters want answers when a new Blake presents herself, but is everything as it seems?

Warren and Mercedes have a fleeting moment of happiness before a suspicious phone call sparks doubt. Frankie's glimmer of hope fades when a secret is revealed and her family turn on each other.

All eyes are on Nancy following an incident at the Osbornes', Mercedes plays a dangerous game, and tension on an unplanned double date creates friction in a marriage.

After holding his cards close to his chest, Freddie finally makes it clear why he's in the village, and a new feud is ignited. Elsewhere, sparks fly between Misbah and Donny, Nancy has nowhere to turn, and Zoe wants to grieve her late fiancé.

It's a prison wedding like no other when unlikely couple Grace and Freddie head to the altar, but will their master plan go off without a hitch? Elsewhere, one resident struggles to hide his guilt, and Misbah is left heartbroken.

Prince spirals at his twin brother's wake, but a shock confession offers a glimmer of hope, Freddie tries to right his wrongs, Kitty offers to take the fall, and Joel searches for answers.

A couple who are hiding a murderous secret take drastic measures to conceal the truth, Zoe has a big decision to make, and Hannah takes her scheming to a whole new level.

Things go from bad to worse for one couple as a confession threatens their future together, Marie slips up after a boozy day with Diane, and Hannah tries a different tactic when her money-making plan goes awry.

Cleo's slip of the tongue makes Marie suspicious, Warren and Ste plan their next smuggling job, and Hannah switches tactics when her plan to con Dave fails, but will he fall for her tricks?

Congratulations are in order for Cleo as she gets her dream promotion, but her manipulative boyfriend Abe has sinister plans. Elsewhere, Dave comes to the rescue but finds himself in danger. Has Warren met his match?

Cleo is excited to surprise Abe, but a shocking accusation stops her in her tracks. Cindy fears for her husband's safety when he's nowhere to be found. Lucas wants to take the next step in his relationship. A grieving Joel breaks down.

Abe continues his manipulative games, but one resident sees right through him, Lucas and Dillon's plans are interrupted, and everything becomes too much for Joel.

Dilly looks like she's seen a ghost, Abe praises Theresa, but he has an ulterior motive, and Leela and Joel's family rally around them.

Sienna is determined to find her missing sister, but the truth leads her to an all-too-familiar face, Lucas and Dillon reunite, but someone objects to their relationship, and Scott must say goodbye to another foster child.

Dilly bonds with her late father's estranged identical twin, a dad is stuck in the middle, trying to do right by his wife and his daughter, and some news leaves Scott struggling with his emotions.

Nancy is determined to clear her name, and her son makes a shocking discovery, a new resident brings back unwanted memories for some villagers, and a husband and wife are reunited.

JJ continues to create fear within his family, as he threatens one relative to keep silent. A concerned wife has questions, but the answers hurt, and Warren gets arrested.

Mercedes is determined to prove Warren supplied the dodgy drugs that killed two people. One resident prepares to tell the truth, but will a hopeful promise stop her? A job offer puts a marriage on the line, and one villager receives some advice as they contemplate a fresh start.

Mercedes is shocked by what Warren has been hiding, and worried about her son's strange behaviour, a mum leaves her family and warns that the truth will come out.

A shooting in the village throws suspicion on Freddie, while Mercedes makes an unexpected discovery. Elsewhere, one villager faces a tough decision, while another is forced to lay low.

Diane wants to do right by her child, but the strain begins to show, and one resident must face her feelings. A threat brings together former lovers, and Robbie's heartstrings are pulled.

Friends and family pull together to help a struggling resident. Elsewhere, one parent puts aside her worries to support her child. And can Robbie and Freddie bury the hatchet?

Ro helps the police with their search for Declan, but fingers point at the wrong person. A young couple seek their families' blessing. And can two siblings reunite a broken household?

There's an unexpected confession in the McQueen household, but is everything as it seems? One resident must admit the truth. And there's friction between friends when Ro is misgendered.

The McQueens are worried about Cleo, and a big decision is made. Will a secret stay hidden for two villagers? A confession threatens one couple's special day. And one resident is in danger.

As his court case approaches, an emotional Ste makes a tough decision. Cleo opens up about her feelings, while one resident's anger begins to show. And a villager prepares to leave alone.

It's sentencing day for Ste, and he has nothing to lose. Warren and Mercedes return to Hollyoaks. Zoe has some news on a missing gangster. And one resident continues to face manipulation.

Maxine is struggling, and Scott confronts Jeremy. An expectant mum fears for her family's safety while one dad narrowly misses danger. And a husband faces an ultimatum to save his marriage.

Rex and Warren plan to get rid of Freddie, while two residents clash over Jeremy. A young couple come up with a money-making scheme, and one resident gets a big surprise.

Time's ticking for Ste as he's tasked with getting rid of Freddie. Mercedes goes into labour and Warren is forced to take matters into his own hands. A business owner sees red with a rival.

Things aren't looking good for Freddie in hospital, and Grace is determined to get revenge for her man. One resident is baffled by accusations, and a surprise party doesn't go to plan.

Jeremy pleads his innocence, but Sienna and Dilly think he's hiding something. Elsewhere, as fear builds in one household, will the truth come to light? And a powerful alliance is formed.

The Hutchinsons are disappointed when they go looking for answers, while the mysterious 'Blue' continues to taunt Hollyoaks village. Elsewhere, a concerned dad doesn't quite get it right.

The truth about the Blake dynasty continues to cause confusion, but not everything is as it seems... Meanwhile, as tension builds in one family, a worried mum turns to an unhealthy habit.

Tony's plans create discord in the Hutchinson household. A resident is on edge when they realise someone's been in their home uninvited. And a fearful villager finally confides in someone.

Frankie finds an unlikely friend in Grace. A husband tries to support his spiralling wife. Threats make one resident paranoid. And will a new face in the village cause a family feud?

There's panic when Warren receives a bomb threat. The truth of how Mercedes acquired Casa McQueen is discovered. One resident is forced to reveal a secret. And sparks fly for two villagers.

Leela struggles to plan Noah's wake alone, and worries that Joel is pulling away from her. A villager is forced out of their family home. And one resident realises that they've been played.

Mercedes vows to do whatever it takes to protect her family, and gives Warren an ultimatum. A mum encourages her son to do the right thing. And one villager takes some relationship advice.

Norma fears that Warren has increased the target on his family's back. Elsewhere, a worn-out mum struggles without her loved ones by her side, and a villager is blackmailed.

A grieving Joel turns to old habits to escape reality. Two residents are on edge when someone starts digging for answers. And one villager refuses to give up on his marriage.

Hollyoaks is rife with confessions as Dave tells Cindy a heartbreaking secret, the pressure gets to Beau, and Joel comes clean to his brother. Meanwhile, Cleo ignores her family's concerns.

Donny sees through Abe's nice exterior during a double date. One villager tries to protect someone, no matter what the cost. And Dave delves into his past.

A housewarming party ends in heartbreak. One villager makes a tough choice in order to protect his loved ones. And will an accidental discovery force a resident to come clean?

When pasts collide, a revelation makes Kitty realise that Abe is dangerous, a book leads to the wrong conclusions being drawn, and one resident is blackmailed.

A discarded gift leads to Dilly discovering the truth, a villager returns home to find a threat, and are the walls closing in on one resident who continues to hide their sinister intentions?

Prince is given an ultimatum, and when a bottomless brunch is gatecrashed, an unexpected apology is served. Elsewhere, a resident is out for revenge, no matter what the cost.

Grace has a welcome-home present for Freddie that gives more than she anticipated, two residents form an unlikely friendship, and a couple decide to start over.

Warren wants to cheer up Mercedes, but she's not the only one who gets a surprise. Elsewhere, one couple face heartbreak with the trust gone, and are things too good to be true for a new couple in the village?

Months of speculation about the secret vigilante who has been tormenting Warren reaches its peak as viewers finally find out the identity of Blue.

Daring to believe that trouble is behind him, Warren throws a barbecue with his neighbours, but his happiness is short-lived. Elsewhere, a grieving resident is pre-occupied with trying to escape reality, and one man's search for answers gets closer to the truth.

It's the day of Nancy's plea hearing, and things are looking up for the Osborne-Ashworth household, but their optimism doesn't last long. Meanwhile, jealousy pushes two siblings apart, and there's a shock arrest.

Ro goes to meet an online friend, but things take a sinister turn. Theresa tries to help Mercedes get back in the McQueens' good books. And a dad wants to re-unite his family but ends up creating a bigger divide.

Years of abuse and pain become too much for Frankie, who confides in Darren and finally reveals the truth. Meanwhile, a heartbroken mother turns to alcohol when she discovers how much her child is suffering.

As Darren reels from what Frankie has told him, the scared teenager pleads with her dad not to tell anyone else. Meanwhile, at the Dog, a celebration takes a turn and leads to an ultimatum.

A relieved Frankie opens up further to Darren, but Suzanne struggles to accept what she's been told. Meanwhile, a villager's sinister side emerges, and one resident takes drastic measures.

It's the day of reckoning for Jeremy as he plots his revenge. A family is in turmoil when a secret is forced out. And one resident continues to search for the truth.

Sienna doesn't know who to believe, and more is revealed about Jeremy as he opens up to Liberty. Elsewhere, a confrontation is halted when a resident's waters break.

Kitty fears that her freedom won't last long. Zoe and Prince lean on each other. And the suggestion of starting a family catches a struggling resident off-guard.

Cleo and Abe clash over their future plans, and an unwelcome gift doesn't help matters. A new mum receives some reassuring words. And a long-hidden secret is revealed.

An intervention is staged to try to bring a married couple who are on the rocks back together, and a concerned family step in to help, but things turn into an argument.

Joel panics when he discovers that he'll be drug-tested before returning to work. Warren asks Mercedes to help his son, but she faces a tough decision. Elsewhere, a teenager seems to make a breakthrough in pulling her family back together

Abe looks for an ally as he continues to abuse Cleo, and John Paul becomes the latest McQueen to be manipulated by him. Elsewhere, one resident jumps to the wrong conclusion. And is a villager struggling with more than just heartbreak?

Joel owes a debt to Mercedes - and she wants him to provide an alibi for his dad, Warren. Meanwhile, when a lawyer's behaviour begins to ring alarm bells, his friends make a shocking discovery. And two villagers finally share a moment of passion.

Mercedes is in good spirits thanks to Joel's false alibi, Warren is coming home, Ste demands to know why James lied to him, and a distracted resident loses two precious bundles.

The search is on for Mercedes' missing twins, Donny tells her they need to find out what Blue wants, and the latter's behaviour could lead to their identity being revealed.

JJ challenges Frankie, but when Darren walks in and puts a stop to it, JJ is backed into a corner, and things turn nasty when Blue is confronted.

The divided Osbornes face each other at school, an emotional Darren tells Nancy the truth of what's been going on, and Ethan faces a surprise lie detector test.

Donny breaks into a house in search of answers, Vicky is angry when Ethan ghosts her, the police have questions for one resident, and there's a suspicious text message.

The wheels are in motion for Warren's escape as an unlikely alliance forms, tempers flare when Suzanne implicates Frankie in the abuse in front of a shocked audience, and Cleo is stuck with a controlling Abe.

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 free from abusive Abe.

Cleo goes to great lengths to escape abusive Abe, but danger looms as he catches up to her. And there's a final showdown in the woods as two men seek revenge, but who will come out on top?

Devastation rips through the village and all eyes are on Cleo, but will she reveal what's really been going on? Elsewhere, it's a race against time to stop Blue's parting gift

Time changes everything as we're introduced to Hollyoaks village one year on... Residents gather at Casa McQueen to celebrate two surprise engagements, while old flames are burning again.

One resident discovers that his life will never be the same again. Not everything in Hollyoaks has changed though, as one villager's dark behaviour still lies beneath the surface.

A family continue to rebuild from the events they went through last year. A new mum wants to focus on her career, and presents her dad with a big decision. Meanwhile, there are red flags in a new relationship.

One resident realises that their feelings aren't reciprocated, while an uncomfortable encounter leaves a friend worriedly watching on.

There is a shocking blow for one family and an emotional goodbye for another.

A family feud puts two brothers at loggerheads, and an unexpected heartfelt chat encourages one resident to extend an olive branch.

Freddie finds himself behind bars when Robbie pushes him too far. Mercedes offers Darren some advice on how to support JJ. And does Tony have a new love interest?

Robbie's actions have devastating consequences. Mercedes is running out of options after Freddie makes a tough decision. Tony surprises his mystery admirer with flowers.

With Ro harbouring his secret, Tony decides to come clean to his son. Ethan tries to bond with his future father-in-law Jez.

It's Sienna and Ethan's wedding day, but after a bust-up the night before, will it be happy ever after for the star-crossed couple?

Frankie and Vicky promise to never keep secrets from each other again as the best friends bond over their problems.

Peri and Abe return from their minibreak, which has left Cleo alone. And there's an outburst in the village as the walls start to close in on one resident.

Tony breaks some difficult news to Ste, which sends him spiralling, while one resident races against time, and an arrest divides a family.

Ste breaks down as he is overwhelmed with emotions, while a friend might have discovered a secret that could break up more than a relationship. Elsewhere, one resident is stood up, and a romantic dinner doesn't go to plan when someone has to cover up their sinister behaviour.

An ultimatum leads to a tough decision, while two residents cannot seem to stay away from each other.

Tony and Marie can't stay away from each other. Vicky has a confession to make. Ste is pointing fingers.

Donny makes a deal with the devil. Grace fears for her brother, while a loved-up Marie puts on the brakes.

Ste hatches a plan to play the long game with Misbah makes a discovery. Elsewhere, a dad crumbles in an impossible situation.

The Osbornes are racked with worry when a family member goes missing. Elsewhere, one resident finds themselves in hot water. Will Grace risk everything to help a friend?

One resident challenges their abuser and Robbie makes a promise.

Abe turns to an unlikely source for relationship advice. Meanwhile, emotions get to one villager, who makes a shock declaration.

Abe is on edge over captive Cleo, while Joel's attempts to get in touch with her add pressure to his ever-growing web of lies

Joel races to Leela's side, while she is forced to have Abe as her birthing partner as the feud between Grace and Mercedes boils over.

The secrets of the missing year spill out as Mercedes and Leela bond, but where is Darren?

A shocking revelation puts a marriage on the rocks, while manipulator Abe continues to lie to everyone around him.

A confrontation takes an unsettling turn for Ste, a worried parent hides the truth, and a friend admits that they're struggling.

Tony is excited for his date with Marie, but not everyone feels the same, and a youngster resorts to peer pressure.

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 have been harbouring.

A confused Ste becomes threatening, leaving his family heartbroken, and a discovery leads to apprehension.

Maxine demands answers, and Jez is on the case, while Frankie is relieved to see a friendly face, but are they hiding something?

Everyone pulls together at the Lomaxes' to support Ste, Donny continues to pay off his debt, and an uninvited guest causes a stir at a memorial.

A dinner turns awkward and causes a family feud, Ste seizes an opportunity, and a new father struggles.

One resident is troubled by flashbacks, an ex tries to make their former lover jealous, and can a confused resident continue to hide a dark secret?

When a discovery is made, a search party head to the woods to look for Darren. Troubling flashbacks reveal that a resident is hiding a dark secret from the lost year.

It's Maria's christening day and Mercedes wants a day of joyful memories before her chemotherapy starts. A resident jumps to conclusions, and is it too late for one couple?

Turbulent times lie ahead for one resident, who has to confide in someone unexpected. Meanwhile, everyone rallies round to support Mercedes, a date is set for a wedding, and one resident is still trying to come to terms with a shock revelation.

Everyone pulls together to create magical memories for Mercedes and the McQueens to cherish. A Christmas card reveals a connection between two residents, and will an unlocked door reveal an affair?

Freddie is being pulled in all directions, Robbie frets about his future with Vicky, and one villager wants to move their relationship forward but gets a frosty reaction.

During the TV appeal for Darren, stress impacts one resident's health, and when a good deed blows up in someone's face, they have second thoughts about their future.

The Osbornes rally around Nancy following her shock collapse, and will Peri have second thoughts about marrying Abe after her mum's words of caution?

A day of celebration takes an unexpected turn, a family try to rebuild, and will hazy memories reveal a shocking truth?

Marie's mouth runs away with her, making her seem guilty of a crime, and with something feeling off, the McQueens work together to get to the bottom of it.

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.

It’s the night before Christmas, and there's a touching reunion at the McQueens', while Freddie confesses his true feelings

It's Christmas Day, and the McQueens are happy to see that Mercedes has already received her present when they catch Freddie trying to sneak out.

The villagers are reeling from a shocking turn of events, and the McQueens are all on different paths. Desperation leads to a lie, and a call for help goes unheard.

New Year's Eve, and after the Hutchinsons wake to find Ro unconscious, things don't get any better for the family when he's unable to escape from his problems.

As the Hutchinsons fall apart, Tony has some bad news for Diane, Donny keeps a close eye on Abe and a lost teen receives an unexpected invitation.