Actual People (2021)

Ro continues to struggle with Arlo's sinister taunts, everything gets too much for a young dad, and a suspicious new wife does some investigating, but what will she discover?

There's nowhere for Dillon to hide, at the hospital, Cleo's eyes open, and the walls are closing in on Abe, but will justice be served?

The women of Hollyoaks stand together in The Dog, Frankie confesses her fears, old flames are reunited and a familiar face returns.

In heartbreaking scenes, Frankie takes to the stand as JJ's trial starts. Elsewhere, Prince is thrown by surprise, and one resident knows too much.

JJ takes the stand as the trial continues. The truth of what Rex is involved in is revealed. And when Tony is left without a chef, fate helps to restore what's meant to be.

The jury return their verdict. A resident's sudden disappearance has people asking questions. There's a shock new couple in town. And a villager comes out of retirement.

As concern for Dilly grows, Sienna heads to the police station with some information. Freddie is determined to protect his wife, and Grace will do whatever it takes to cover her tracks.

Grace Black makes it clear she knows who and what she wants. Sienna worries what Jez will do to keep the truth hidden, and she is forced to remind one resident what they should be focusing on.

The McQueens rally around Mercedes, while Vicky wants to keep a special moment with Robbie a secret for a little longer.

Abe twists the narrative as he's questioned by the police, but will justice be served? Elsewhere, a family celebration is interrupted, and a deadly threat has Grace pointing fingers.

Just as it looks like abuser Abe has the upper hand, a strong alliance is formed. Meanwhile, a heartfelt apology has damning consequences, and Dillon is offered a safe space.

Mercedes is determined to do whatever it takes to stop Abe. Elsewhere, flames are reignited for one former couple, but will their family be supportive?

There's a party at The Hutch as the much-loved restaurant re-opens its doors, but the cheer turns to fear when an unexpected guest crashes the celebrations. Elsewhere, Martha jeopardises her family secrets

Two brothers go head-to-head, and a scorned wife plots her revenge, confusion leads to hurt feelings, and is it too late to save a family?

Freddie knows what he wants, a struggling teen lashes out, and Diane spends the night with an unexpected villager.

Protestors fill the police station after a villager is wrongfully imprisoned, but will the truth be revealed? One resident jumps to the wrong conclusions, and a kind gesture has ulterior motives.

Tony and Diane try to help Ro, but with his mum distracted, will Ro turn to old habits? One resident struggles with his emotions, and an unlikely friendship is formed.

An anniversary meal doesn't go to plan, and concerned dad Darren finds himself at a house party. Elsewhere, a worried mum calls in help from the police, and a former friendship is revealed.

All eyes are on Darren after he's caught in a compromising situation. One resident is up against the clock to replace some missing money. Ro feels unsafe and takes extreme measures to protect himself.

Frankie turns to Dillon as she tries to escape her emotions. Things get heated in the police station when two mums try to protect their children, and there's a heartfelt moment between the Roscoe brothers.

With a secret threatening to expose Vicky, she turns to unlikely ally Grace for advice. A resident is worried when a cat goes missing, and Freddie receives an unexpected gift.

A revealed secret sends shockwaves through the village, and a revenge plan is set in motion. Meanwhile, Nancy fears that she can't trust Darren, and a suspicious Ste does some investigating.

Darren thinks he's been set up, but he only makes matters worse. Maxine confronts her boyfriend after sensing that he's hiding something. And Cleo and Ste team up to get answers.

Lucas fears that his boyfriend has fallen in with the wrong crowd, Grace sets a trap to catch the mole, and Jez has a confession to make,

Lucas takes matters into his own hands in a bid to save his boyfriend, while concerns grow for Ste. Elsewhere, a family panic when a child goes missing.

A miscommunication is made worse when Arlo stirs the pot, and Ste sets out to prove that Jez is up to no good, but what will he uncover?

Everything gets too much for Diane as she does all she can to protect her son, and Jez is jumpy when the police search the allotment.

While Tony cooks a family dinner at The Hutch, Arlo stirs trouble. Elsewhere, a resident finds comfort in an ex, and a son disapproves of his dad's new relationship.

Leela confides in a therapist about her marriage troubles, and Lucas finds himself stuck in the middle. Meanwhile, one resident gets a taste of a brighter future.

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.

Leela seems reluctant to speak to her therapist, so Joel takes matters into his own hands, Peri breaks the rules, and one resident resorts to blackmail

Darren hopes for reconciliation when Frankie turns up on his doorstep, but Grace is one step ahead. The McQueens are shocked to discover who Cleo is on a date with.

A grand party promises new beginnings for Frankie and Dillon, but it takes a dark turn, and Rex's childhood is revealed as he opens up to Ste.

Grace is shocked to see a familiar face back in the village, and Mercedes hatches a plan for freedom. Tragedy strikes when a resident collapses. And there's a heartwarming performance at Casa McQueen.

A plan is hatched to free Mercedes, and one resident's cries for help are heard. Meanwhile, not everyone is happy when an unexpected engagement merges two families.

Diane is determined to make Tony see what's happening right in front of him. Sienna fears for her future. And will one resident be caught red-handed?

A shocking turn of events unites a father and son, while a new resident takes drastic measures to get closer to Joel. A boyfriend resorts to cruel tactics, and a sister uses manipulation.

An incriminating accusation takes its toll on one resident. Donny's concerns about Dillon continue to grow, and a teenager confides in an online friend.

Sienna's health fears continue to grow, and a new friendship blossoms. Meanwhile, a mother is panic-stricken, and a wife is forced to reveal the truth...

The drama flashes back to the missing year and unwraps some of the challenges the residents faced, including Mercedes' diagnosis and Joel's relapse.

Rex continues to fight his conscience to avoid the consequences, Sienna frantically tries to put things in order, and a party ends in disaster, but things get worse for one resident.

Grace gets a warning, but can Donny break through to Dillon? Meanwhile, a family reunion continues to grow, but at what cost?

Grace pulls out all the stops for her birthday, but will a gatecrasher uncover hidden secrets? Meanwhile, a web of lies tightens as a desperate search for answers uncovers unsettling truths.

Grace wants answers, and a shocking ultimatum forces someone to make an impossible choice. Meanwhile, a disastrous date leaves one resident seeking help in all the wrong places.

Frankie takes drastic measures that shock her family, but can they help her? There's heartbreak for one resident when a life-altering decision is made and a dangerous game of deceit and manipulation continues.

Leela and Joel work on their marriage, but Tommy is left feeling burnt. Darren tries break through to Frankie with Rex's help and a corrupt resident's patience starts to wear thin.

Tensions rise between Darren and Nancy, while a villager in search of the truth is sent in the wrong direction. Elsewhere, Tommy is left with a chilling threat and sparks between two residents are quickly put out when a friend puts their foot in it.

DI Banks covers his tracks, but Donny is hot on his tail. Meanwhile, a marriage is on the rocks, a resident breaks the rules to try to make amends, and Tommy receives a worrying call.

The Blakes and the McQueens clash as they set up for Jez and John Paul's engagement party. Meanwhile, Donny receives some help that leads him to the truth, and panic strikes when a resident is found unconscious.

Love is in the air at Jez and John Paul's engagement party, but disaster strikes when Myra doubles over in pain, and a worrying call sends Sienna and Ste rushing to the hospital.

Accusations fly at the hospital and Ste must be a pillar of support for his son, while a chilling threat stops a resident in their tracks.

Misbhah anxiously awaits updates on Donny's condition. Diane feels shattered when she discovers the truth. With tensions building, Darren jumps to conclusions and a shocking ultimatum is made.

Jez is running out of time as his secrets teeter on the edge of exposure. One resident is forced into a corner and makes a shocking confession. Nancy reveals a devastating decision.

Tempers flare as accusations fly at the McQueens, while Tommy's manipulations tighten their grip. Elsewhere, a mother discovers the truth, and Ro makes a drastic decision.

Ro reaches crisis point when his plans to leave the village fall through, making his parents panic. Meanwhile, Marie takes steps to put things right.

The teens are caught red-handed, Ste fears for his son, Freddie has a surprise for Mercedes, and Diane catches the end of a suspicious conversation.

Things turn physical when Darren demands answers from Rex. Lucas receives comforting advice from an unlikely source. And reassuring words to Nancy strike a chord with Freddie.

Joel sees a glimmer of hope for saving his marriage, but he's unaware of someone's sinister plans. Meanwhile, Nancy hides a secret, and Rex plays a dangerous game.

Nancy and Darren's search for answers continues. Joel has nowhere to turn.

Joel's world unravels as a shocking crime leaves him with nowhere to turn. Nancy and Darren's search for answers continues, and an attempt to help ends in disaster.

It's a race against time in this special episode, as lives hang in the balance when Darren uncovers the chilling truth and Diane's investigation leads her to danger.

Darren's desperate call for help incites panic throughout the village, but will anyone get there in time? Elsewhere, Ste faces heartbreak in more ways than one.

With the walls closing in on DI Banks, one last money-making scheme is set in motion... And a familiar face returns for a shock family reunion that sparks a dramatic new chapter.

Grace finds herself in a tense confrontation, and a shocking event at The Loft sets off a chain of blame, but who will take the fall?

The village tries to heal as Donny pushes for the truth, Grace remains determined to keep her name clear, and Mercedes uncovers a haunting letter.

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?

Tragedy rocks the village as one resident's fate is revealed, and Liberty is shattered when hidden truths come to light. Clare's return sends chills through Hollyoaks.

Clare is devastated when a child goes missing and Jez's secrets edge closer to the surface. A father continues to protect his child and a teenager's conscience is too heavy to bear.

Ste tries to make amends by reuniting Dillon with his son, but a confession sparks a violent outburst. One resident makes a bold move to get what she wants.

Grace plans a birthday surprise for her sister, while Robbie faces a terrifying dilemma when Clare delivers a deadly ultimatum. Sienna tries to build bridges with Cleo, and a resident worries about an injured friend.

Sienna confesses her love for Cleo and drops a bombshell. Emotions run high when secrets are revealed over a baby monitor, and one resident makes a final desperate move.

It's DI Banks's funeral and Dodger runs into a sombre Clare, who makes a shocking confession. A suspicious Lucas confronts Ste and Dillon, while one resident's fate is revealed.

An uninvited guest drops a bombshell during Mercedes' remission party. Jez is determined to cover his tracks as Dodger hunts for answers. And the McQueens discover that Bobby has escaped.

Feeling rejected by his mum, Jez reveals the truth to someone else... Mercedes supports Bobby as he prepares to do the right thing, and Dodger takes pity on Clare.

Donny is determined to find Bobby and, with time ticking, Mercedes seeks help. Elsewhere, an unlikely romance blossoms. And does one resident have a dark ulterior motive?

As Vicky turns to drink, a loose-lipped confession sends shockwaves. Clare's sinister agenda starts to surface. And will Dillon's test results bring closure or more chaos for him and Lucas?

Dillon spirals once again, and Lucas is devastated by a shocking betrayal. Donny questions whether Rex is the real culprit. And two guilty villagers make a pact, but can they keep their sordid secret?

Ste faces an impossible choice as guilt consumes Dillon and Lucas crumbles. Elsewhere, Pearl reaches breaking point, and Frankie's search for answers could lead to more than she anticipated...

Ste grows increasingly concerned about Lucas's violent behaviour, while Dillon reaches breaking point. Donny confronts Rex with new evidence, and Mercedes gives Tony the cold shoulder.

A shocking call reveals that a former resident is behind bars, while Rex faces a chilling ultimatum. Dillon takes courageous steps, and will a secret fling come to light?

Grace wakes from her coma with a shocking revelation. Tony hosts a wine-tasting at The Hutch, where Marie senses a secret in the room... And someone's about to be exposed.

Clare's sinister plan unravels when a daring escape throws everything into chaos, Cleo's baby news sparks tension and rifts, and Grace is blindsided by a bombshell from the past.

Marie's meddling drives a wedge between Cleo and Sienna, Jez's surprise return raises eyebrows, and emotions run high as Clare and Grace look back to their childhood.

Sienna throws a pre-wedding party for Jez and John Paul, where tensions simmer, Liberty battles with jealousy, and Mercedes receives a call that changes everything.

On the eve of Jez and John Paul's wedding, secrets explode, and John Paul begins to doubt everything. Dodger receives some shocking information, and Bobby risks his life to clear his name.

It's Jez and John Paul's wedding day, but for Jez, tying the knot means tying up loose ends, no matter the cost. Elsewhere, a resident is disappointed when they're stood up.

A heartbroken resident spirals into self-destruction, while a vendetta fuels Tony to make a life-changing detour. With Jez's revenge closing in, is anyone safe?

It's the day of the Dog's grand reopening - but celebration is the last thing on some people's minds. Ste finds a spiralling John Paul, and a shocking public display of affection stuns residents.

Secrets, love and guilt collide as tensions reach boiling point. Fuelled by rage and desperate for justice, Lucas storms into Grace's flat, and a shocking revelation puts one resident in an awkward situation. Elsewhere, a blossoming relationship shocks Sienna.

Chaos erupts at Grace and Clare's flat as Dillon wrestles with a storm of conflicting emotions, a family haunted by lingering scars fight to move forward, and a resident's true motives come to light.

The walls close in on Grace and Clare as the village watches on. Frankie grows closer to Jacob, but a tough decision looms. And a resident opens up about their struggle to move on.

The Osbornes plan a family meal to address their concerns about Frankie. Liberty faces a big question, while Clare and Froggy come face-to-face.

Tensions rise in the Blake family, as Cleo urges Sienna to step up and Vicky searches for clues to find Robbie, and Sienna makes a shocking discovery while seeking answers from her dad.

A horrified Sienna prepares to confront Jez about her recent discoveries, but is she walking into danger? Meanwhile, Rex gets two shocking surprises.

A shocking discovery leads to panic for the Blake family, and a villager returns home after being released from prison. Meanwhile, the walls close in on one couple as they try to cover up the truth.

Mercedes is overcome with emotion as her family hold a vigil for Bobby. Dillon extends an olive branch to an unexpected resident. And will a drunken confession reveal Bobby's real killer?

As the McQueens prepare for Bobby's funeral, Mercedes confronts the person who she believes killed her son... Meanwhile, Prince gets some upsetting news. And will a message expose a secret fling?

Mercedes says an emotional goodbye to Bobby. Meanwhile, one smug resident watches a heated confrontation unfold on a livestream. And Prince is in an awkward situation when two villagers ask him out.

A frantic Sienna turns to Dodger, but before she can reveal the truth, a threat stops her in her tracks... Elsewhere, things don't look good for Tony, and tension rises between a mother and daughter.

Sienna's getaway hits the brakes when her family step in. Meanwhile, Froggy wants to bring his family back together, and a pact is made when two secret relationships are discovered.

The village hosts a flower competition, but beneath the petals and polish, dark secrets threaten to be uncovered... Meanwhile, a grieving mum stirs up trouble.

Revelations in the Black household shock Grace to her core, while a cat-and-mouse chase commences between a father and daughter. And a family prepare for their youngest child to start school.

The drama continues for the Slaters, Julie’s day doesn’t go as planned, and Callum confronts his past.

The Osbornes are in turmoil following a disappearance, and Froggy is determined to bring his family back together, but not everyone feels the same.

Darren demands answers from Clare, and Misbah encourages Diane to visit a struggling Tony, but it remains to be seen if she can move past what he has done.

Donny senses that the Osbornes are hiding something. Mercedes turns to Misbah for help. And when a resident discovers a secret relationship, will they keep the truth to themselves?

A grieving Mercedes crashes Tony's fundraiser, and a struggling Donny turns to alcohol. Elsewhere, while the Osbornes continue to worry and despair about missing Morgan, Frankie receives a message...

Peri's heartbroken when things don't go to plan. Dillon's still struggling with conflicting emotions. And when Donny returns home to grovel to Misbah, something alarming catches her eye...

Leela worries about Ste when he doesn't come home, while Dillon jumps to conclusions. Jez plans a memorial for Sienna. And after a bumpy start, sparks begin to fly between two former lovers.

There's a shocking discovery in a missing persons case. Tom helps Tony to adapt to prison life. And a resident gets backed into a corner...

Tony feels disheartened behind bars, but will the return of a familiar face help? Meanwhile, a secret becomes too heavy for one resident to hold.

Darren's world turns upside down, while Diane is forced to face her true feelings for Tony. And a resident has a huge decision to make.

Peri finds comfort in Tom as sparks fly during their date. Sienna decides to do whatever it takes to escape. And residents are heartbroken by a shocking theory about Robbie.

Tony's case suffers a shocking blow, Clare celebrates when Donny delivers some news, and two residents find comfort in one another.

Haunted by questions, John Paul digs into what really happened on the night when Bobby died. Clare won't stop until she gets her money back, and secrets continue to tear a family apart.

Tony's plea hearing takes shocking twists and turns, while Dodger comes across some damning evidence. And Vicky wants to know what really happened to Robbie.

Clare sets out for revenge, while the walls close in on Jez. And a resident is determined to end their family's reign of destruction.A

Tensions rise in Grace's family, and a row erupts between sisters. Tom and Peri rekindle their teenage romance, and a resident plots revenge.

The village holds a vigil for the serial killer's victims, Cleo visits Joel in prison, a hurting mother admits her true feelings, and a resident receives unexpected flattery.

A proposal is interrupted by a shock announcement, and Lucas and Dillon are at loggerheads. Meanwhile, a resident receives an ultimatum.

Tony and Diane are consumed by wedding planning, but Tony is distracted by having to pacify a demanding Marie. Could anything be more awkward than a lunch with Darren and Nancy?

It's back to the 90s for Tony's stag do, with a bunch of old faces from his youth returning to the village for a nostalgia-filled blast from the past. Meanwhile, love is in the air for another iconic couple.

As Tony's wedding day approaches, a cloud hangs over the Blakes and the village with Jez missing. Darren's bad decisions lead him into an underworld of secrets and danger.

As Hollyoaks enters its 30th birthday week, longest serving resident, Tony, prepares to marry the love of his love of his life, Diane. However, secrets threaten to turn his dream day into one nobody will forget.

The wedding may be over, but the fallout's only just begun. As Tony faces an impossible choice, a life hangs in the balance, and with devastating news spreading like wildfire, the village is in pieces.

After Clare's deadly scheme, a resident's hunt for answers takes them to Brookside Close, where they're met by someone who is not afraid to speak her mind: Sheila Grant.

The village reels in shock from recent events as residents face the emotional fallout, with hearts broken, loyalties tested and unlikely alliances formed.

With the truth finally out, and his past caught up to him, Donny is consumed by guilt and plans to flee Hollyoaks. Meanwhile, the teens return to the village.

Billy Corkhill discovers Hollyoaks has more in common with Brookside Close than he thought. As the hospital faces a terrifying intruder alert, heartbreak follows in the mortuary.

Donny's world is shattered by a shocking revelation, Leela offers kindness to another resident in the wake of the plane crash, and in hospital, a new mother continues to spiral.

The villagers unite in grief as they say a final goodbye to Peri, and community spirit proves more vital than ever. Donny faces turmoil after his worlds collide, and families try to rebuild, but will life in Hollyoaks ever be the same again?

With their families being torn apart, and loved ones in hospital, tensions rise between Darren and Diane, and new resident Gemma is pulled in all directions.

Dillon opens up to Frankie, but a shocking proposal leaves him stunned, and Darren continues to protest his innocence as tempers flare. Also, a new romance has danger written all over it.

Cleo struggles to adapt to motherhood and turns to Sienna for support. Tensions rise in the Hutchinson family, and a resident faces a heartbreaking decision.

Warren offers Mercedes support following her recent loss. Frankie's nervous about her date. And a mother is shaken when she sees the anger in her son's eyes.

The walls are closing in on Lucas, Dodger struggles to hide his emotions at work, and Diane gets more and more concerned about her child's behaviour

Diane's shocked by what she finds on her son's phone. Dodger confides in Donny. And a family is torn apart

Tony begins his physio sessions with Mercedes' support. Meanwhile, with the truth now revealed, tension rises between two residents

Warren tries to support Mercedes, guilt consumes one resident, and Frankie opens up about her past.

Sienna, Dodger and the McQueens step in to help new mum Cleo as she finally gets the support she needs. The Osbornes get to know Frankie's new beau. And new resident Gemma tries to build bridges with Mercedes.

Mercedes and Ste find themselves on a path of self-destruction while the McQueens support Sienna - but drama soon follows.

Mercedes and Ste spiral as loved ones step in to help. Donny's concerns over Dodger continue to grow. And there is turmoil for one family.

Ste tries to do the right thing, but a text leads Lucas to jump to conclusions, a resident fights to keep the past hidden and Liberty tries to pull her family back together.

Theresa returns to the village with her eyes set on Dodger, while Donny faces some hard home truths. And Lucas's bid for Dillon's attention reaches a concerning new height.

Theresa risks her own safety to help a spiraling Mercedes, and a resident worries about what a scorned ex is capable of.

Darren extends an olive branch to Tony. Cleo receives some bittersweet news. And, now that they feel safe, a resident opens up about recent abuse.

All eyes are on Lucas as his desperate bid to win back Dillon begins to spiral out of control. Frankie confides in Dodger, but will his concern make her question her new beau?

The walls close in on Mercedes as she races to get the money for her blackmailer. Dillon and Rex try to support Ste as he struggles with his emotions.

Donny and Misbah's relationship is on the rocks, Frankie receives a threatening letter, and Mercedes wants to turn over a new leaf with her boyfriend Warren.

Christmas festivities are in full swing in the village, as Warren and Mercedes look forward to the future and Frankie confides in Dodger.

It's Christmas in the Osbornes and Jack is suited and booted with a special mission to make the day extra special. Nancy and Darren, having put the year's pains behind them, are hopeful. Calling in a favour from the Hutchinsons, Jack has a table waiting in a closed Dog just for him and Pearl. Dee Dee hides a gift, and Diane tries to put on the perfect Christmas, grateful Tony is there to celebrate with them, but a troubled Ant continues to cause tension in the household.

There is Christmas magic at the McQueens', but for Mercedes, the sparkle has faded. Warren turns up in full Santa costume to help spread festive cheer, but things don't go to plan. And a knock on the door grants Theresa's wish.

Donny is on a mission to make amends with Misbah and with it being his first Christmas with both his daughters. However, his phone is blowing up with messages from the sex worker he recently spent the night with. Sully goes to seek solace at the Osbornes, but Frankie calls Dodger and tells him to record their conversation.

It's the first Christmas without Peri, but Leela is determined to give her children and Lucas the best day she can - which includes extending an olive branch to Ste. Meanwhile, as the carollers perform in the village, Pearl has something she wants to get off her chest.