Hollyoaks
Season 18
TV-14
British teenage soap opera which follows the lives, loves, and careers of a group of teenage friends and their families as they graduate through GCSEs, A-Levels, and College into the world of work in a fictional village in England.
Where to Watch Season 18
262 Episodes
- February 22, 2012E38
February 22, 2012Mercedes is unapologetic for her actions last night, but Theresa is determined to give Mercedes another chance and suggests she could look after Kathleen Angel for a while. However, when Theresa returns to an empty house, she panics - where the hell is Mercedes?! - February 28, 2012E42
February 28, 2012Blood-thirsty Jacqui arrives at the McQueens to take Mercedes to task for snogging Rhys. Jacqui, Carmel and Myra tear a strip off home-wrecker Mercy and for once mild-mannered Carmel truly lets rip. It looks as if it's all over for the McQueens, until Mercy reveals a dreadful secret. - March 22, 2012E59
March 22, 2012It is chaotic as everyone prepares for Bobby's christening, but the McQueens panic when they realize Mercedes and Bobby are missing. Following her discovery, Mercedes is ready to kill and Mitzeee is at the centre of Mercedes' scorn. And Jacqui and Rhys are fuming when they realise the cost of their kindness. - May 7, 2012E91
May 7, 2012It’s the opening day of Ste and Doug’s deli. To celebrate, Doug heads to the pub, but a few drinks lead to something more with Texas as his determination to play it straight continues. Still terrified of her stalker, Mitzeee is unsure whether she can handle a public appearance. However, Mercedes gives her just the push she needs to get back out there. Jacqui is determined that Phoebe has an education, but a meeting with a prospective school doesn’t quite go according to plan. Ruby is overjoyed not to be grounded anymore - until she discovers that not all of her friends are pleased to have her back. - May 8, 2012E92
May 8, 2012Texas and Doug agree that their night together was a drunken mistake. However, when they go for a drink to talk, things go from bad to worse for Doug. Could this have something to do with Ste? A furious Riley confronts Mitzeee about her lies, so when she gets an offer of work abroad, it seems like the perfect solution for them both. Later, when Lynsey calls time on their fledgling romance, Riley realises that she might be the one for him - can he convince her to take things to the next level? A contrite Jacqui is forced to undo the damage she did yesterday to get Phoebe into school. Esther is determined to get Ruby and Jono talking again. - May 9, 2012E93
May 9, 2012Doug and Ste’s professional relationship is put under strain when their personal lives get in the way. Later, Doug finally cracks and confesses his love. It’s the college open day and queen bee Maddie is in her element showing the newbies around, but she’s disturbed to find Ruby a potential threat to her status. Elsewhere at college, a shocked Esther discovers Jen and Tilly’s secret - and that kind of gossip is hard to keep quiet… Lacey finds herself attracted to a student, but is disappointed when their time together is cut short. When will she see him again? - May 17, 2012E99
May 17, 2012While Joel fights for his life, Brendan is hell bent on revenge. However, when Cheryl overhears a conversation between Brendan and Walker, she insists that there's only one person responsible - Brendan. Meanwhile, a heart-to-heart between Dennis and Dodger prompts Dodger to reach out to Texas, but will it be enough? Elsewhere, an old friend helps Amy realise she has to take a few risks. She heads off to tell Ally how she really feels before it's too late. - June 4, 2012E111
June 4, 2012The McQueens aren't letting Myra's court date get them down - it's party time for the family with Michaela's 21st and the Diamond Jubilee celebrations. Lynsey and Riley are also at the party and they struggle with how to tell Mercedes about their relationship. Mercedes finally turns over a new leaf, but when a drunk Mitzeee drops a bombshell, can her positive outlook survive this devastating news? Meanwhile, Ste and Doug deliver a cake to the celebration as well as the news that they are a couple. Later, the McQueens are sent into disarray when Bart returns from court with some devastating news… - June 5, 2012E112
June 5, 2012A jealous Brendan can't handle Ste and Doug's relationship, but before he can do anything, Doug comes clean to Ste about the money behind the deli. Meanwhile, Mercedes struggles with the news of Lynsey's betrayal, but can she find it in herself to forgive her friend? Elsewhere, with Jacqui taking control at the McQueens', Liberty finds herself homeless like Dirk and Dodger. Can the Savages raise enough money to buy a new home, or will they be forced to leave Hollyoaks forever? - June 6, 2012E113
June 6, 2012Manipulative Brendan presents Ste with a promising business proposal, but is that all he wants from his former flame? Meanwhile, Texas and Leanne help Doug find a way to win back Ste, but is he too late? Elsewhere, testosterone is flying high in the Savage household. Over the last few weeks, the sibling rivalry has been out of control and now it peaks when Dodger and Will find themselves in a race to raise enough cash to save their family. However, when the competition heats up, Will refuses to join forces with Dodger and instead makes a big decision that could cost him everything. - June 7, 2012E114
June 7, 2012Joel is seething when he discovers that Walker is back and wants to know exactly what Brendan is up to. Meanwhile, spurred on by Mercedes, a jealous Lynsey challenges Riley over his feelings towards Mitzeee. Desperate to prove his love for Lynsey, Riley suggests they should take their relationship to the next level. Elsewhere, Dennis is gutted to discover that the Savages have left. Also today, Lacey thinks she's found a new friend. - June 8, 2012E115
June 8, 2012Ste finally declares his love for Brendan, as long as he wipes out the deli's debt. Doug is devastated and makes a rash decision. Meanwhile, with no headliner, Will is forced to face the baying crowds at his party - but will a shock arrival save the day? Elsewhere at the event, Dodger is rocked to the core when he discovers a shocking family secret. - June 11, 2012E116
June 11, 2012Cheryl is unnerved when she sees an old face return to the village and fears that Brendan may be up to no good. Meanwhile, the Savages are in a celebratory mood after their festival success, but their high spirits are crushed when they discover that their profits have been stolen. Barney is horrified when the finger of suspicion points at him, but can he prove his innocence? Elsewhere, Mercedes makes the most of an opportunity to stir things with Lynsey. Also today, Phoebe is stunned by a revelation from Lacey. - June 14, 2012E119
June 14, 2012Lynsey and Riley host the dinner party from hell and no matter how much Riley tries to prove otherwise, Lynsey fears she still has cause to worry about him and Mitzeee. Brendan confronts Walker about Joel's discovery, but Walker insists that Joel doesn't know the full story and reveals a new side of himself to Brendan. Martha tries to buy Lacey's silence, but the tables are turned when Martha discovers Lacey's far from innocent. Carmel worries that her dreams of becoming the Face of Attwells could be over before they've begun. - June 15, 2012E120
June 15, 2012Joel's unnerved by Walker's continued presence in the village, while Lynsey calls time on her relationship with Riley, admitting that she can't be second best to Mitzeee. But with Mitzeee heading away on business, will Riley tell her the truth before it's too late? Carmel pulls out all the stops to prepare for the Face of Attwells competition, but her actions have horrifying results. Meanwhile, the Savages make a surprise return. - June 18, 2012E121
June 18, 2012Mitzeee's sudden return from New York makes Nancy suspicious, but then they meet gorgeous footballer Jay... could he be everything Mitzeee has ever wanted? Carmel struggles to come to terms with the news that her injuries will never fully heal and ends up on the hospital roof. Doug's confidence with Ste is shaken when a bitter Brendan makes his presence felt. Texas is pleased that Dodger has returned to Hollyoaks but is shocked to discover he hasn't questioned Dirk about his true parentage. The Savages' return infuriates Jack when they make it clear they're here to stay. And Brendan won't listen to Joel's warnings about Walker; is there someone else who might be able to get through? - June 19, 2012E122
June 19, 2012When a sick Riley needs help, Mitzeee is torn; should she choose the man she loves or a dream date with Jay? Lynsey finds a distraught Carmel on the hospital roof; can she talk her down in time? Doug feels increasingly emasculated when he realises that Ste used to fancy Ally; is he man enough for his boyfriend? The Savages come up with a plan to keep their boat outside The Dog, but will Jack fall for it? - June 20, 2012E123
June 20, 2012Mitzeee puts it all on the line when she declares her love for Riley, but his reaction isn't what she expected. Will Riley have a change of heart when he finds out about Mitzeee's sacrifice? Darren and Rhys feel taken for granted by their wives, so they head to The Dog, determined to show them who's boss. Brendan continues to mess with Ste and Doug. - June 21, 2012E124
June 21, 2012Tensions rise to the surface during a lads' night out as Brendan taunts his friends and neighbours. Determined to put an end to the problem, Rhys, Dodger and Darren decide to stand up to the crook, but drunken posturing gets them in trouble. Meanwhile, a few too many drinks prompts Riley to compose a revealing text message to one of the three women pursuing his affections - but he ends up sending it to the wrong person. - June 22, 2012E125
June 22, 2012Riley goes all out to declare his feelings for Mitzeee, little knowing that Mercedes has misunderstood and thinks he loves her. How will this love triangle be resolved? Phoebe tries to play marriage counsellor to Jacqui and Rhys, but is their relationship beyond repair? Newly empowered Doug finally sleeps with Ste, but their happiness is destroyed by an unwelcome visitor. Elsewhere, Joel shares his doubts about Walker with Lynsey and she decides to tackle him. Has Walker misjudged where Brendan's loyalties lie? - June 25, 2012E126
June 25, 2012A loved-up Mitzeee and Riley prepare to go public, but a humiliated Mercedes is determined to put an end to their happiness and decides to turn the heat up on Mitzeee. Walker warns Ally to keep schtum about his past, but when a passing Lynsey witnesses it, Walker's oblivious to the fact that he's put someone else on his trail. Doug and Ste break the news of their new landlord to Amy, while a rebellious Lacey decides she's had enough of Martha's hypocrisy. - June 26, 2012E127
June 26, 2012With the return of her stalker, Mitzeee starts to lose her grip on reality and a night out with the girls descends into chaos as her paranoia reaches new heights. Riley is horrified when he realises the true extent of the situation, but when a faux-concerned Mercedes learns that her plan is working, she decides to pay Mitzeee a visit. Tensions heighten between the two women with horrifying consequences... Elsewhere, Nancy is nervous as she braces herself for the scan, and Callum's frustrations grow as he feels totally alone. - August 3, 2012E155
August 3, 2012Will has a difficult decision to make when a journalist offers him a large sum of money for his story but his choice has consequences for Dodger. Forced to reconsider her religion, Carmel feels her dysfunctional family aren't taking her crisis of faith seriously. Tilly and Jen continue their secret love affair, but when Tilly feels torn between her friends and her lover, who will she choose? Leanne is enjoying working with Rob at the gym and tries to put him under her spell. - August 21, 2012E167
August 21, 2012Jacqui's concerns for Mercedes grow as Doctor Browning struggles to convince Mercedes that they have a future together - is Mercedes falling for him in spite of herself? Later, Mercy lands herself in even more trouble when she's kidnapped… Meanwhile, Tilly is comforted by Neil as she struggles to accept Jen's news. But is Tilly prepared to roll over so easily? Elsewhere, Dodger struggles to regain his mojo, while Texas makes plans for a future away from Hollyoaks. Also today, Phoebe's efforts to force a wedge between George and Ryan don't go according to plan, while Ally gains Ash's forgiveness - but Walker has bigger plans for him. - August 22, 2012E168
August 22, 2012Still hurting following Jen's revelation, Tilly acts out and finds herself in trouble with the police after stealing Jen's car. Meanwhile, struggling to get her head around recent revelations, Mercedes focuses her attentions back on Riley. Elsewhere, Texas's leaving party forces Dodger to take action, but are his words enough to stop her from leaving? Also today, Joel and Cheryl begin to build bridges as they unite in their grief for Lynsey, while Ryan's arrival leaves Phoebe out in the cold. - August 24, 2012E170
August 24, 2012Riley makes a surprising proposition that opens up the possibility of Mercedes' dreams coming true, and Dodger reels from the previous day's events. A newly returned Maddie turns the group against Esther, and Myra settles back into the family fold, but Jacqui suspects something is amiss. - August 27, 2012E171
August 27, 2012Tensions run high in the village as the day of Mitzeee's hearing arrives, and as the would-be Wag prepares to meet her fate, Mercedes continues to plot against her. Meanwhile, the newly released Myra appears to be hiding a secret, and Phoebe furthers her agenda by giving unreliable relationship advice to George. Callum tries to reconcile Martha and Lacey, and Bart's lie about his academic success proves hard to maintain. - August 28, 2012E172
August 28, 2012Dirk tries to offer Dodger some fatherly advice, but the gesture only serves to irritate him further. Martha struggles to resist toasting Lacey's 16th birthday, and Jacqui begins to notice something unusual about Myra's behaviour. Meanwhile, Nancy inadvertently gives Mercedes just what she wants when she questions Riley about his affections, and Theresa is tempted by an offer guaranteed to bring in easy cash. - August 29, 2012E173
August 29, 2012Dodger finds a scrap of evidence about the identity of his real father, while Ash confronts Martha about her behaviour and its impact on the rest of the Kanes. A jealous Joel delivers an ultimatum to Theresa after hearing about her new job, and Jacqui comes up with an unusual way of getting through to Myra. - August 30, 2012E174
August 30, 2012Dodger will take a turn for the worse and drown his sorrows, worried he will never find his true father. The Kane family will be in tatters following Martha's disappearance, did Ash push things too far? Myra will get back to her old self, and find an unusual way of letting out her anger. Elsewhere, an angry Theresa will look to someone new for comfort... will she be making a huge mistake? - August 31, 2012E175
August 31, 2012A red mist will descend on the vision of a young Scottish Foxy, following the events of the night before. Will he be able to forgive Theresa? A guilty Ash will refuse to stand by and watch her family fall apart, but is it too late for her to save them? Meanwhile at the McQueens, a surprise visitor will persuade Michaela not to give up a fantastic opportunity, while Myra will decide it's time for someone to move out... - October 8, 2012E201
October 8, 2012Struggling to deal with the loss of Mercedes and Bobby, Myra becomes a cause for concern to Dirk. Darren goes full throttle and tells Nancy what he really thinks, but can Jack talk him round? Rhys tries his best to lure Cindy into some bedroom shenanigans. Despite her best efforts to please everyone, Esther is made to look a fool. - October 9, 2012E202
October 9, 2012Cindy is getting frustrated with Rhys's pestering and heads to the McQueens' to call it off, but can she resist temptation? Meanwhile, Nancy is buoyed by a visit from Tom, but wonders what's got into Darren when he goes AWOL. Elsewhere, Myra decides it's time to remedy her wrongs and heads to Nana McQueen's. Also today, Esther is mortified when videos of her appear on Dylan's website, while Tony decides he's going to get his hands on Atwell's - but a mystery bidder gives him a run for his money. - October 10, 2012E203
October 10, 2012Darren and Nancy are anxious as their baby fights a serious infection. Rob and Liam develop a rivalry when Atwell's new manager is revealed. While Tony is away, Rhys and Cindy decide to play, but will they get found out? Myra resolves to get the McQueens back together, while Esther is further divided from her friends as the video publishers become known. - October 11, 2012E204
October 11, 2012Darren and Nancy appear to be back on track when the family gather together at the baby's christening. Tony's suspicions are misplaced after a rather green Cindy makes her escape. Jacqui confronts Rhys about his antics, while Esther is further ostracised when she is blamed for breaking Jen's sculpture. Ash's decision to prove her domestic goddess status to Ally doesn't last long. - October 12, 2012E205
October 12, 2012Darren and Rhys unwind at Ash and Ally's party. Stood up by Bart, Sinead drowns her sorrows and catches the eye of Rob and the guys. George bears the brunt of Esther's wrath when she realises the gang have read her personal letter, while Tony believes his suspicions about Cindy are confirmed. - October 22, 2012E211
October 22, 2012Lynsey's brother Eoghan arrives in the village, leaving Ste wondering about his past with Brendan and Cheryl. Meanwhile, Rhys is surprised by Cindy and Tony's engagement, and Cindy's necklace causes confusion. Elsewhere, spurred on by Ally, Lacey and Dylan share a kiss - but Lacey wonders if he's the only one who fancies her. Also today, Jacqui discovers Joel and Theresa's loot and demands the pair put it back, while Martha tries to help Ash - but will it do her any favours? - December 12, 2012E248
December 12, 2012It's the day of Rhys's funeral. When Tony is asked to give a speech, can he bring himself to praise the man who was sleeping with his wife? Or will he publicly expose Rhys's infidelity? Meanwhile, Jacqui seeks solace in an old friend as Cindy prepares to say a painful goodbye to the man that she loves. Elsewhere, as Frankie and Jack despair over Esther, Ruby confides in them - are things finally looking up for Esther? Also in the village, Ste's world comes crashing down, and Nancy struggles to control her jealousy. (Jacqui and Tony share a kiss!) - December 13, 2012E249
December 13, 2012Jacqui finds a clue which leads her directly to the heart of Rhys's disloyalty, only to be met with a devastating discovery. Meanwhile, cracks begin to form among the Savages, but can anybody help Dodger and Dirk see sense? Elsewhere, Theresa prepares for Joel's release from prison before being dealt some shocking news. - December 14, 2012E250
December 14, 2012As the differences between his two families transpire, how will Dodger cope? Meanwhile, Texas is left confused and reeling when Sienna attempts to stir trouble within an already fractured family. Elsewhere, at the Christmas lights switch-on, Maxine has her eyes set on one guy only, but are the feelings mutual? - December 17, 2012E251
December 17, 2012As Doug and Ste bid farewell to the village, Cheryl is left questioning Ste's affections, but is it too late? Meanwhile, Texas's fear mounts as Sienna and Dodger spend time alone, knowing her secret is a ticking time bomb. Can Texas bring herself to tell Dodger the truth? Elsewhere, seeing Bart shattered by Sinead's rejection, Jacqui makes a devastating decision. Also today, with money tight, will Joel give into temptation? - December 24, 2012E256
December 24, 2012It’s the day of the Christmas ball! After confiding in a friend about his secret arrangement, Barney prepares to admit his true affections to Carmel... will she get the fairy-tale ending of her dreams? Elsewhere, Brendan struggles to cope with his overwhelming situation, while an isolated Mercedes gets a surprise visitor knocking on her door. - December 26, 2012E257
December 26, 2012The McQueen's world is rocked when a mystery bundle arrives with no explanation. On her first Christmas without Rhys, Jacqui's emotions run high as she makes a heart-breaking discovery, with disastrous consequences... Worried for Carmel, Myra overhears the events of last night and throws one McQueen out in the cold. Is Christmas over for this lonely figure? Elsewhere, John Paul struggles to adapt to Christmas back at the McQueen's. - December 27, 2012E258
December 27, 2012As Jacqui learns the full extent of Rhys's infidelity, she leans on Tony for support. Could there still be a spark between the pair? Meanwhile, Darren and Nancy are struggling with parenthood, but could there be an underlying issue? Elsewhere, seeing Mercedes upset, Browning concocts a plan to get back in favour with the McQueens'.
