Season 17

Jason is taken to a gender disorder clinic by Heidi where he is introduced to Tamara. Seth is shocked when he finds out that Jason has been self-harming and he isn't sure who to tell.

Jason is taken by Carl to meet the headmaster. Eva decides to hand out a letter about Jason to the students. Ricky and Lee learn about Duncan's Wolf Boy stunt. Sinead confronts a stunned Amber about Rob being the father of her baby.

Jason gets ready for school and attempts to face up to the bullies there. Seth ends up getting into a fight with Bart which doesn't help matters.

Seth ends up starting to taunt Jason behind his back in an effort to fit in but he ends up taking things too far. Jason learns from Fern that she's going to plead guilty. Sinead is retrieve to the diary but Eva insists that she saw Amber and Rob kissing. Gabby tries to get Amber to think about Diane's offer.

Eva continues to cause trouble with the missing pages of Amber's diary. After she finds Rob at her house with Anita she calls the police.

Theresa ends up making a pact with Warren. Ethan ends up admitting to Kyle was attacked in prison and the trial has been postponed. Carl is furious when an article about Riley refers to Jason.

Jason is upset after hearing Heidi's malicious comments and ends up recording a video diary. Bart steals a car and takes Ruby joyriding in an effort to impress her but there is a disaster after Jason steps into the road. Ruby and Bart leave the scene and Jason is left fighting for his life.

As Jason lies in a hospital bed the truth about his self-harming comes to light and the doctors wonder if he stepped out in front of the car on purpose. Brendan discovers something interesting about Warren.

Brendan ia able to bluff his way to discovering to the truth about who killed and he has to decide what to do next. Theresa becomes more relaxed when Warren tells her Kyle has gone away. The big day arrives for Lee and Leanne.

Darren asks Nancy to marry him but their celebrations are cut short when they bump into Suzanne. Rae admits to Amy that she's pregnant and Amy goes to see Brendan.

The mess he finds himself in freaks out Darren. Mitzee decides to use her new knowledge to her advantage.

Mitzeee organises a photo shoot at Chez Chez. Brendan ends up helping her after a sleazy photographer crosses the line. Somebody is revealed as to be living in the Osborne's attic.

Ste is surprised by Brendan's new 'girlfriend'. Gaz threatens Anita.Theresa's secret looks like it could be revealed.

Gaz showing up makes Anita think about her future in Hollyoaks. Rhys is shocked that his mum is pregnant with Darren's twins.

Look Sharpe has it's grand opening. After Suzanne Ashworth's waters break she ends up having to give birth in the spa. Mitzeee ,manages to steal Guy's thunder with a revealing publicity stunt. Things heat up between Mercedes and Carl.

Darren attempts to adjust to his new role as a father. Heidi's father Silas returns to stay with the Costellos.

The intruder at the Osbourne house wakes up and wants to speak with Jack and Frankie. Carl attempts to turn Riley's attentions away from Mercedes. There is tension for Nancy as Darren and Suzanne drive her to distraction with different possible baby names.

Esther ends up revealing some shocking news about Frankie's past. Silas is not happy when Heidi's mum's ring goes missing.

Warren is not happy after he receives a lot of threatening texts. Carl blames Mercedes for Heidi's accident. Esther ends up resorting to blackmail after Jack and Gilly ask her to leave.

Mercedes is surprised with a romantic proposal from Riley much to Carl's dismay. Frankie is worried after Tom doesn't show up at school.

Texas finds it hard to cope with the thought of attending India's funeral and ends up begging Doug to provide her with drugs. Warren is happy after finding Brendan's secret stash.

Brendan is furious when Brendan informs him that he has disposed of the drugs stash. Heidi and Myra set about planning the wedding of the year. Texas continues along the road of self-destructive path after waking up next to Doug.

Jamil and Doug are concerned after Tex goes missing before the funeral. Warren throws a drugged up Tex out of the club. The McQueens and Costellos come to a head while arranging the wedding. Rae informs Ste that she has decided to keep the baby.

It looks like the killer has had a change of heart when he takes the comatose Texas to hospital. Ste doesn't know what to think about the arrangement between Rae and Brendan.

Heidi feels insecure following the accident and ends up being comforted by a smitten Gaz. Rae comes to a decision about her and Ste's future. Ruby and Ricky skive off school and Esther is able to convince them to take her along.

Gossip spreads that Kyle Rider is back in town which prompts Theresa to panic that he has come to take revenge. Rae at risk of losing her baby due to Brendan's threats.

The rest of the family advise Theresa to escape from the village with her baby. Lynsey and Gilly agree to slow things down. Rae learns that she is at risk of losing her unborn child.

Warren sees Brendan as he meets with Kyle. Ethan attempts to persuade Theresa not to leave town.

Warren attempts to rescue Theresa and her baby but Kyle gets in his way. Carmel and Ethan end up saving the day.

Following Kyle's attack, an ambulance is called and those that have been wounded are rushed to hospital as the paramedics fight to save their lives.

The consequences of Kyle's revenge attack begin to be felt. Jacqui thinks about giving Rhys a taste of his own medicine after discovering that he has cheated on her.

Jacqui attempts to sneak out of Gilly's bedroom without being seen but she ends up running into Rhys. Ricky tries unsuccessfully to woo Ruby.

Carmel's spirit visitor makes another visit during her date with William. Duncan feels embarrassed after finding out that Esther is a lesbian after he tries to woo her.

Ste spends some time with Noah in the hot tub and a jealous Brendan spots them together. Doug ends up getting himself into trouble. Warren visits Ethan.

The McQueen's become defensive when Riley begins asking questions about Theresa. Ethan ends up lying for Theresa to get Riley off her back. Doug is confronted by Noah about the pills and warns him to get rid of them. Police officers show up to arrest Gilly.

Ste learns that Brendan was to blame for Noah losing his job at Look Sharpe. Gilly finds the going tough as news about his night of passion with Jacqui breaks. Tom finds himself forced to move back in with the Osbornes.

It looks like Leanne has an ulterior motive when she agrees to become part of a money-making scheme with Lee. Brendan's passion for Ste ends up turning to violence again.

Amy gets the chance to try out as a teaching assistant at Hollyoaks High and she discovers that her new boss, Pete is an old friend of Brendan's. Pete threatens Brendon to leave Ste alone.

Pete takes Amy out for a drink and she ends up questioning him about his history with Brendan. Jason and Seth throw a joint birthday party. Seth ends up getting kissed by an unlikely girlfriend.

Warren notices Brendan's awkwardness around Pete and he wonders if it was Brendan who caused Pete to end up in the wheelchair. Seth is offered some dodgy steroids.

Rhys is urged to make a choice. Duncan spreads gossip about Gaz. Pete is determined to reveal Brendan's true colours.

Seth is in hospital following his collapse and Jason tries to get Gaz to come clean about the steroids. Brendan is not happy at becoming the subject of village gossip.

Heidi and Gaz get passionate as Seth recovers in hospital. Mitzeee is determined to find out more about Pete even though she thinks he is gay. Ste and Pete are messing around which annoys Brendan.

Rae ends up agreeing to help Doug shift some drugs but she ends up being set up by Brendan. Noah, Ethan, Jamil, Doug all vie to get a ticket to a VIP event that Riley has tickets too.

Rae is released by the police and Brendan is furious at being double-crossed. Whilst Diane is away, Sinead decides to throw a party.

The McQueen family are surprised following the revelation about William. Seth finds himself facing rejection at Sinead's house party. Rae decides to leave town for a while to avoid anymore trouble.

The McQueen family find themselves forced to deal with another revelation when Kathleen explains she too has a secret she needs to reveal. Noah tries to sort things out with Liberty after she falls victim to one of his pranks.

Cindy's return causes shockwaves. Carl believes that Heidi is having an affair and turns to Gaz. Ethan witnesses William and Kathleen getting closer.

Ethan and Theresa attempt to discover the truth about William. Lee and Jamil set up their own radio show. Carl believes that he knows who Heidi is seeing. Tony believes something untoward has happened after Cindy tells him what happened to her husband.

William's secret has been revealed but it looks like he wasn't alone in his plan. Cindy and Darren catch-up.

Riley helps Lynsey and scares off her attacker. She becomes further unnerved when she finds out that a ring was stolen from her. Sinead prepares to meet her birth mother. Cindy and Darren are attached to one another once again.

A scared Lynsey reveals that Silas was her attacker but Cheryl refuses to believe that he could be responsible. Darren and Duncan offer Cindy a business proposition. Sinead finds out a sickening truth about her birth mother.

Lynsey's allegations shock Riley and it looks like nobody else believes her either. Lynsey is able to convince Tex to take a look at all the facts. Diane and Sinead end up clashing. Darren and Duncan end up taking on Mobs in honour of Steph.

Lynsey and Tex come up with a plan but end up being busted when Riley catches Lynsey looking through his grandad's belongings. Things heat up between Nancy and Darren after she helps him to say goodbye to the twins.

Riley manages to get a major photo shoot but Mitzeee attempts to hijack the event in her bid for stardom. Riley's suspicions continue to Silas grow. Brendan tries to think of ways to make some money which involves his number one client Mitzee.

Lynsey realises the reality of her actions at the hospital and she realises the pursuit of the truth could end up having serious consequences. Brendan feels the pressure as word breaks that a body has been found in the river.

Warren finds out that Brendan has tried to blame him for Danny death and he is even more determined to uncover Brendan's secrets. When Riley refuses to treat him like a brother, Jason is upset. Mitzeee offers Nancy tips on how to keep Darren's attention.

Ste confronts Brendan with Warren's revelation and Brendan then discovers Warren in bed with Mitzeee. Bart attempts to help Jason show Riley he's just as much of a man as he is. Nancy receives an ultimatum from Darren.

Mitzeee watches as Brendan and Warren fight. Warren later sees somebody hitting Brendan with a baseball bat. Jason's prank ends up going wrong. Amy attempts to convince Ste he finally has to go to the police and tell them about Brendan's violence.

Brendan is unconscious in a hospital bed as Cheryl prays he will get better. Jason and Seth throw an after-hours party in the pub with their parents away. When Ricky passes out, Gilly has to take him to the hospital.

The rape trial finally gets under way and tensions run high. Jacqui is sworn in and the prosecutor asks her questions about the ordeal. After the defence asks her a question, she is forced to confront a past event that casts her testimony to come out in an unfavourable light. Tony continues to be tormented by Cindy.

The trial begins it's second day and Rhys continues to feel torn between his oldest friend and his lover. Tom gives evidence in support of Gilly. Cindy attempts to get Ste together with Noah. Ruby plots to get Ricky expelled from school.

Gilly's testimony ends up being just as compelling as Jacqui's but he ends up buckling under cross examination and looks guilty. Jacquie refuses the support of her father after he shows up. Rhys finally ends up choosing sides. Ruby and Sinead lay attempt to convince Esther to help them take revenge on Ricky.

Tensions are still running high as the trial reaches its final stages. Ste and Noah have had a good night out together but Ste isn't sure if he is ready to be openly gay to the world. Ricky wants Duncan to help prove he was set up.

The jury consider their verdict and Gilly makes a decision about his future. Jacqui finally agrees to accept some parental support. A surprising declaration is made by Rhys but it could be too late to make amends. Ste attempts to win Noah back.

Brendan is released from hospital unfazed by what has happened. Cheryl ends up seeing him in a new light though after a visit from Ste. Rhys attempts to let Jacqui know how he feels.

Warren plots to take Riley down a peg or two. Pete and Cheryl are concerned about Brendan after he goes missing. Ste's family meet Noah. Darren attempts to improve business at the bar.

News breaks about Riley's drink driving and he ends up drowning his sorrows in the club. Riley is surprised when Alex suddenly shows up. Leanne joins the drama club hoping to get back together with Lee.

Ethan and Liberty engagement party gets under way and her brother and Will manage to make an impression. Alex shows up at the party looking stunning. Lee ends up getting a part in the ad after he goes with Amy to her commercial audition.

Riley attempts to prove his love for Mercedes. Seth ends up making a surprising discovery about his family. Leanne isn't happy with Lee for getting back so late. Seth and Ricky wind Duncan up and end up offering him tips on how to understand women.

The McQueen family get taken away on holiday, but Myra is furious after she finds out that Lamb Chops has gone missing. Lynsey returns in an effort to try and put the past firmly behind her but she ends up getting a major shock.

Heidi is treated by Carl to a hotel break. After Carl gets delayed, Gaz decides to take his place. Carl decides to surprise Heidi at the hotel after his meeting ends early. The Savages end up getting evicted. Silas decides to use Cheryl to ruin Lynse.

Cheryl's use of dieting and diet pill end up putting her in serious danger. Duncan wishes he had not left Ricky in charge of Mobs.

Cheryl is discovered unconscious in Chez Chez. Lynsey ends up feeling guilty and confused. Rae and Jason end up clashing with Gaz at the pub and there are some devastating consequences.

Silas' plot to destroy Lynsey's reputation continues. The McQueen family arrive back home to discover they have squatters in their house. Rhys ends up being violently kidnapped.

Rhys is confronted by his unlikely abductor after he wakes up The McQueen family come up with a plan to get their home back from the Savages. Texas is not happy after she finds out that Cindy has stopped the allowance she has been getting from her grandmother.

Jenny finds it hard to hold her own after Rhys arranges for her to meet Warren. Dirk parks his camper van outside the McQueens' home. Carmel attempts to contain her urges around Dodger who seems more interested in Texas.

Warren finds himself being forced to bring Mitzeee in on his dealings as Jenny looks like she's seen a ghost when someone in the village recognises her, but not as herself. Texas is happy after having spent the night with Dodger. Nancy is not happy.

Warren and Mitzeee attempt to outsmart Jenny. Liberty and Theresa go out on their double date with Ethan and Will.

Liberty attempts to convince Theresa that Will is really interested in her. Theresa attempts to hide her feelings for Ethan and she ends up deciding to ask Will for another chance. Nancy is fed up with Darren.

Jenny makes plans to con an old man she has met on the Internet hoping to get her hands on some of his money so that she can run away with Doug. Her target ends up being revealed as Silas. Leanne tries to make Lee believe her that Amy attacked her.

Jenny ends up taking Silas for a picnic in the woods, planning to to drug and then rob him. Silas knows what she is planning though. Doug turns to Brendan for help when he starts to realise just how dangerous the situation really is. Amy is questioned.

Lee is happy after the sausage company decides that they want to use him and Amy for a television advert. All he has to do now is be able to convince Amy to take part in it. Leanne comes up with a new plan. Carmel enjoys her trial day.

Lee and Amy practice lines together for the advert but his attempt to win back her affections fail. A mystery person ends up getting into Lee’s bed. Noah and Carmel are both determined to get the manager’s job at Cinergy. Cindy ends up getting hurt.

Lee is in a state of shock after he wakes with a girl in his bed. The Costello family get ready to spend family time together ahead of the royal wedding. The Cindy reveals that neither Carmel nor Noah has got the job.

Riley gets ready to play his first home game as Mercedes enjoys being a WAG. Seth struggles with having to keep Carl and Mercedes' secret. After conronting Mercedes he learns that she is pregnant. One of Cindy's new puppies goes missing.

Seth ends up forcing Mercedes to tell everyone about her pregnancy. Riley ends up panicking and finds himself in trouble with one of Warren's friends. Seth attempts to impress Ruby.

Riley finds it hard to deal with his conscience. Riley needs to think of a way of getting his dad's England cap after Mercedes is threatened by Rocco. Mercedes ends up making a surprising admission to Myra. Ethan is jealous of Will.

Warren is able to convince Riley that the only way he will be able to get his hands on his father's cap and protect Mercedes is to stage a robbery at the pub. Jamil believes that helping Texas will win her heart. Duncan attempts to impress Mandy.

Carl is upset after the pub is robbed. Mitzeee is furious at being kept in the dark and she ends up deciding to play Warren at his own game.

Ethan believes that he has finally discovered a way to bring Warren to justice. Mandy and Texas continue to get at Cindy's fortune. Jason and Esther end up being set up on a date.

Ethan demands Mitzeee gets him proof of Warren's past misdeeds but things don't go to plan and the policeman ends up in a compromising position. Ruby and Sinead continue to plot against Esther.

Mitzeee ends up wishing that she hadn't been asking questions after Warren admits the truth about Louise. Ruby and Sinead are told iff for their behaviour. Jamil, Texas and Mandy unsuccessfully look for the missing snake.

Mitzeee is unsure about a future with Warren and ends up writing a heartfelt letter. Ruby makes the girls promise not to tell her secret but after Frankie threatens to throw Ruby out, Esther looks likely to reveal the truth.

Esther is wrapped around Ruby's little finger but after they are caught plagiarising, Esther looks like she might blab. Carmel bumps into Jacqui after volunteering at the hospital.

Rhys ends up turning to Darren for support following a a difficult encounter with Jacqui. Bart ends up revealing the truth about his lack of affection for Sinead.

After waking up together, Rhys and Darren realise that their drunken antics the previous night could have gone too far. Tony ends up receiving a letter from Gabby. Liberty wants Dodger's help in setting Will up with Theresa.

Tony attempts to regain control of his life and decides to go travelling. Before leaving he needs to sort out some unfinished business with Mandy. Liberty and Dodger ends up unwittingly place Theresa and Will on a coach together.

Will and Theresa discover they have to share the same hotel room. Ethan ends up getting punched by Will after wires get crossed. Jason is not happy when Bart's ploy to get Sinead back works.

Jacqui ends up realising that she has a long way to go following the trial. Ste and Noah make plans but they are ruined after Ste is called into work. Ste ends up standing up to Brendan. Tony leaves town to go traveling.

Seth attempts to impress Ruby when he arranges a fight with Ricky. Noah's boundaries at the spa are tested by Brendan.

Noah tries to break Brendan down by inviting him to a gay club but things don't go to plan after he seems happy in his surroundings. Ruby is angry after Pete introduces her new tutor.

The crush that Ruby has on Pete grows. Dodger attempts to help Lee get over Amy but fails. Dodge ends up suggesting that Lee win her back with a grand gesture. Brendan continues to slowly to get to Noah and continues to try and cause trouble.

Ruby ends up provoking Mr Grimshaw. Lee continues with his romantic act. Mandy attempts to teach Cindy a lesson about business. Brendan continues to try and charm Noah.

Amy and Lee are happy together but he is dreading Leanne's return unaware that she has just witnessed their public display of affection. Noah and Ste attempt to get over another hurdle/ Ruby revels in the attention.

Jack and Frankie end up deciding to take Tom to London for a couple of days. Ruby and Esther's idea to throw a party are ruined after the Osbornes ask Nancy and Darren to move in whilst they are in London.

Darren is charmed by Ruby into allowing her invite some friends around much to Nancy's annoyance. Leaane attempts to gain sympathy from Texas. Ricky talks to Duncan about losing his virginity.

Ruby and Esther decide to organise a second party, unaware Nancy has found out their plans. Riley and Ethan attempt to cheer up Doug by organising a night out.

Ruby attempts to hitch a lift unaware of the danger she is in. Mitzeee wants to have a girls' night out and ends up convincing Carmel t come along and she becomes determined to corrupt her. After Leanne seems fine about Lee and Amy being together...

After a very eventful evening, Ruby is stumbling around the covered in her own vomit. Amy is furious when she catches Lee spying on Leanne and she is not sure that he is really over her yet. Mitzeee and Carmel have a good time on their girls' night out.

Mitzeee is punished by Mercedes for her part in spreading rumours about Ruby's night with Riley. There is tension between Jacqui and Rhys as they return home from their honeymoon.

Jason wants to help Bart see that he need to complete his exams and they end up falling asleep together after spending the night revising. Mitzeee attempts to hijack Cheryl's plans for Mercedes and Riley's engagement party.

Sinead is not happy after she discovers that Jason spent the night with Bart. Rhys ends up panicking after Neville wants the rent that he owes.

Jason waits at Relish for his cyber date, Andy to show. Jason is scared that Andy will work out that he's really a woman and is upset after the date doesn't go that well. Jason is curious after Silas reveals that Bart was watching from a distance.

The McQueen family come up with some money-making ideas in an effort to get the money Jacqui and Rhys need. The tension between him and Bart leaves Jason feeling unnerved. Jason is left feeling upset after Bart angrily brushes him off.

Mitzeee's efforts to ruin the engagement party begin after the McQueen family is refused entry. Jacqui is not happy after she discovers the truth about Mercedes's pregnancy. Sinead gets Finn's help to try and get her together with Bart. Brendan returns.

Mitzeee is happy after a former rival turns up at the engagement party. The Costello family are surprised after Mercedes risks her unborn baby's safety in a fight. Jacqui attempts to convince her sister to come clean about her pregnancy.

Jacqui ends up managing to put the pieces of the puzzle together after she sees the tension between Mercedes and Carl. Brendan starts to have second thoughts about making up with Cheryl.

Carl learns from Mercedes that Jacqui has found out the truth about the pregnancy. Brendan ends up swallowing his pride and asks Ste and Noah to help him make up with Cheryl.

Mercedes, Jacqui, and Carl end up coming head-to-head in a effort to try and protect Riley. It is left to Jacqui to explain after Riley demands to know exactly what is going on. Myra and Theresa discover that Carmel has been economical with the truth.

Amy and Lee are pleased after Leanne decides to move out. Liberty is horrified after she finds out that Theresa knows one of her most intimate secrets. Carl feels jealous after he finds out that Riley missed a squad night out to look at houses with Mercedes.

Theresa is confronted by Liberty about how she knew about the first time she and Ethan slept together. Lee and Amy end up receiving a big surprise.

Am upset Liberty attempts to take her mind off things by singing at the Chez Chez competition. Ethan and Theresa meet in secret. Lee attempts to make Amy see that he is more than capable of playing dad.

Ethan and Theresa agree that should not keep anymore secrets. Amy ends up being sent home from school after she seems unable to cope with the pressure. Sinead finds herself in trouble after her jealousy gets the better of her.

Ethan is unable to make up his mind. A shocking accusation ends up surprising Amy.

Ethan continues to see both Liberty and Theresa but his infidelity ends up being revealed. Gossip is spread that Amy is behind the incident that put Leanne in hospital.

Leanne lets it be known that she still has a score to settle after Amy is released on bail. Myra finds a way for Mercedes to get herself out from her web of lies.

Riley feels great at the awards ceremony. Carl and Heidi hide the way the feel as he dedicates his award to Mercedes. Amy finds it hard to control Ruby in class. Lynsey and Cheryl end up falling out over their hot new flatmate.

Following her fall Mercedes is taken to hospital to check that the baby is finel. She is scared that her whole world is about to unravel and gets ready to tell Riley the truth. Amy arranges a secret meeting with Leanne but things end up going from bad to worse.

Brendan attempts to get one over on Warren and turns to Dodger for help with his scheming. Mercedes and Riley have to deal with the fallout following the accident.

Brendan and Dodger end up being able to crack Warren's safe and they take the stolen money. After Mitzeee sees the money in the till at Chez Chez, she begins to start to put the notes back into circulation.

Cindy is quizzed by Ethan about the stolen bank notes. Ethan warns Mitzeee to be wary of the people she hangs around with. Mitzeee ends up being taken into police custody. Mercedes and Riley attempt to make a decision about their future.

Mitzeee becomes anxious when Ethan questions her at the police station. Mitzeee is told she will be released if she tells them the truth about the money.Chez Chez is searched by the police for the stolen money. Carmel finds it hard to fight temptation.

Brendan insists that he doesn't know where his money is when Warren questions him. Rhys talks to Cheryl about his marriage and Jacqui is annoyed. Carmel's faith is tested by Cindy after she tells her she has to massage Father Francis.

Warren finds it hard to keep Mitzeee under control who is standing by the fire with the money. Jacqui ends up asking Carl for a job. Carmel is left feeling red-faced over giving Father Francis a massage.

Jacqui remains determined to turn her life around as she starts working at the Dog. Rhys is concerned though that she is not coping well and thinks she should get some professional help. Amy is charged with assault and Lee ends up making matters worse.

Jacqui attempts to get over her rape ordeal. Her attempts to seduce Rhys though end up proving to be badly judged. Amy wants to know from Lee id he believes her side of the story. Things end up heating up between Warren and Mitzeee after they argue.

Liberty is happy after she manages to secure a high profile concert on the beach. Theresa is invited to go with her. Ethan is scared what they might talk about and decides to along with them. Amy is upset after Lee takes sided with Leanne.

Liberty's performance at the beach concert is a massive success despite her nerves. The celebrations finish early though after Theresa gets a call to say that Jacqui has disappeared. Lee attempts to win Amy back.

The search for Jacqui continues and Rhys ends up blaming himself. The McQueen family attempt unsuccessfully to reassure him. After both Liberty and Theresa decide they've had enough secrecy and it's time to go public about their relationships with Ethan.

Ethan finds his love life becoming much more complicated after both his girlfriends want to see him on his birthday for dinner. After Theresa runs into Liberty only Doug can help Ethan. After Darren buys her a waterbed Nancy is impressed.

Theresa ends up talking to Liberty after she starts to worry her secret boyfriend does not share her affections. Ethan ends up sending a text message to the wrong girl. Darren ends up proposing a dramatic solution to his and Nancy's money problems.

An upset Theresa ends up admitting to Liberty that her secret boyfriend is seeing somebody else as well as her. She turns to Dodger for help to play detective and she ends up getting the shock of her life. Sinead tries to convince Will to help her.

Theresa finally confesses to Liberty that her secret boyfriend is Ethan and she learns that Ethan's been seeing Liberty as well. They decide that they need to confront the other girl who Ethan's been seeing as well. Will is able to get Diane to agree.

Bart and Sinead attempt to avoid Diane by going to the prom and they end up making a life-changing decision. After Nancy moves into the Osborne house thing start badly. Ethan is about to finally get his comeuppance.

Bart and Sinead end up running away together and stay at a seaside B&B. Ethan's desperate efforts to salvage relationships with each of his three girlfriends are stopped by Will. Nancy finds it hard adjusting to life at the Osbornes'.

Bart and Sinead begin to realise just how tough their new found independence really is. Jason is shocked after learning of their disappearance. Noah gets ready for a job interview in Newcastle. Nancy and Frankie clash.

Ste ends up making a massive decision about his relationship after having decides to move to Newcastle with Noah. Bart and Sinead look for jobs and somewhere new to live after having run out of money.

With Ste and Noah due to leave for a new life in Newcastle, Brendan attempts to be the bigger man and invites them out for a goodbye drink. Sinead finds life difficult as a squatter, while Bart attempts to keep her spirits up. Jason gets a clue.

Noah ends up leaving for Newcastle on his own leaving Ste to make a choice about Brendan. Sinead decides to return home but with Diane closing in Sinead could be forced to choose between Bart and her family.

Brendan ends up getting a shock after his ex-wife Eileen shows up. Darren attempts to play peace-maker between Nancy and Frankie. Tensions increase between Bart and Sinead after they spend the night sleeping rough.

Brendan finds it hard to keep the truth about his sexuality a secret after his son Declan arrives to stay with him. Darren's romantic plans are ruined after Nancy receives a call about her dream job.

After Nancy thwarts her efforts to flirt with Pete, Ruby is determined to get even with her. Brendan ends up making promises that he cannot keep. Dodger offers Amy a fake driving licence so that she will be able to secure her dream job. Lee isn't happy.

Lee efforts to get Dodger into trouble with the police end up backfiring and put Amy in danger. Ruby attempts to ruin Nancy's reference for her job interview. Lynsey is told by Silas to back off after he finds her looking at his hospital records.

Lee and Dodger vie to try and help Amy prepare for her interview Darren is angry with Ruby for ruining Nancy's job chances. Silas ends up recruiting Nancy to help him get insider information from Ethan.

India's murder investigation starts to gather momentum and the pressure takes its toll on Texas. Carmel comes up with a plan to raise money. Leo is upset that he managed to ruin things with Amy.

Lynsey becomes suspicious after she finds out about Silas's involvement in the press conference and she attempts to talk to Cheryl. Mercedes and Riley have a scan perfomed. Amy is shocked after she wakes up and is forced to face the consequences.

Texas finds it hard to cope as she gets ready for the reconstruction of India's final steps. Lynsey ends up panicking after she realises Texas has gone missing attempts to find her. Carmel's baby shower doesn't go as planned. Jason is missing Bart.

Lynsey wants to make sure that Silas is punished for his crimes and she ends up taking matters into her own hands. Seth is happy after he manages to find a date for Riley's wedding.

Lynsey could end up regretting attempting to play Silas at his own game. Carmel makes up with Mercedes. Bart and Sinead find themselves without any money as things get tougher.

The prospect of living on the streets ends up becoming even more unthinkable for Sinead after Jason shows up. She asttempts to get him to leave so that she can keep Bart to herself. Lynsey finds herself being forced to help Silas after his health gets worse.

Bart is unhappy with Sinead after he learns that she has been trying to get Jason to leave. After she hurts herself while fleeing from the police his attitude softens though. Cheryl attempts to distract Lynsey from thinking about Silas.

The resentment Sinead feels towards Jason increases as she begins to feel like a third wheel. After finding an empty farmhouse the three of them look for food, but as the tension increases Sinead and Jason they argue and Sinead ends up running away.

Jason and Bart end up being locked in the farmhouse cellar. Bart's put in mortal danger as they try to escape. Jason ends up admitting his true feelings to Bart. Liberty and Theresa end up being surprised after they open their exam results.

Sinead is the only person who can save Jason and Bart. Brendan decides to deny his sexuality. Carmel attempts to help Theresa prepare for her date with Will.

After Tony returns home from his travels with a new laid-back attitude, Cindy is surprised. Brendan ups his his plan to make Lynsey a surrogate mother for Declan. Bart tells Sinead that he loves her but she has a bad reaction.

Lynsey attempts to sort out the problems she has with Brendan following the events of the previous night. Silas's meddling ends up seeing her becoming even more isolated. Carmel attempts to cheer up Bart. Mandy is worried about Tony's new outlook on life.

The truth about Amy's night of passion with Dodger comes out. Lynsey sets a trap to prove to Silas is sneaking into the flat and Brendan thinks she's going mad. Lynsey ends up deciding to leave town and Brendan begins to wonder if she was right.

Ruby and Esther throw a party to try and impress the older teens on GCSE results day. Carmel turns to Darren for help with her new charity calendar.

Lee's fire-walking event approaches and he prepares to try and win Amy back with a romantic gesture. Jacqui works out that Carmel has a crush on Father Francis. Tony receives an ultimatum from Mandy.

Carmel feels embarrassed after Father Francis is forced to model on the day of the charity calendar shoot. Tony attempts to calm down Tom's nerves about starting secondary school. Ste feels unwanted after Lee moves in with him and Amy.

Carmel is left feeling surprised after Father Francis reveals he has began to fall in love with her. Tom manages to demonstrate his skill as a matchmaker between Mandy and Tony. Ruby's amorous advances leave Pete feeling unnerved.

Cindy is furious after she finally realises that Mandy and Texas have been ripping her off and she threatens to report them to the police. Cindy ends up leaning on Francis and surprises him when she kisses him.

Carmel is upset after she finds out that Francis is returning to Uganda. Jason is upset after Bart attempts to try and win Sinead back. Mandy shares her concerns with Tony that she's going to prison.

Bart is upset after Jason insists that they're no longer friends. Sinead is scared about starting sixth form college. Cindy persuades Carmel to follow her heart as Francis makes plans to leave.

Bart decides to host an end-of-summer party before the new term at sixth-form begins but things end up taking a turn for the worse when another couple are caught up in his ongoing feud with Sinead.

Sinead finds her first day at college difficult after her antics at the party. She does manage to impress Maddie though who is interested in learning more about Bart and Jason's complicated past.

Jason and Bart are both left shocked after their complex history is spread around the college by Maddie. Bart is furious with Sinead for telling Maddie in the first place. Lynsey is worried that Silas is plotting his next murderous move.

Sinead and Bart end up finding themselves drawn to one another despite their argument. Silas is warned by Brendan to stay away from Lynsey.

Rae ends up having to deal with Brendan's fury after she pushes him a little too far. Bart isn't happy when he sees Gaz with Sinead. Jamil manages to sort things out with his mates comes to a huge decision about his future.

Lynsey ends up being intrigued after Texas keeps getting messages from a girl from the chat room India used. Lynsey thinks they are from Silas and steals the details and arranges a meeting in the woods. Nancy ends up agreeing to go with her.

Brendan is frantic after finding out that Lynsey is missing. After he receives a note from 'Lynsey', left on his windscreen, he goes to the woods to get her. Jacqui ends up making a hash of Rhys's birthday. Tilly ends up proving to be a real friend.

Nancy ends up being too busy to spend any time with Darren.

Esther tries to help Darren impress Nancy but Darren ends up feeling crushed after it fails. Rhys and Jacqui decide to try and spend some quality time alone together.

Jack is worried about Darren. Liberty and Dodger offer Will advise about his love life.

Nancy's efforts to sort her relationship with Darren end up making matters worse. Bart is frustrated as Maddie continues to encourage Gaz and Sinead's romance. Tony finds his job as the Dog's new chef uninspiring.

Maddie encourages Sinead to take her relationship with Gaz to the next level, and makes sure Bart knows just how well the pair are getting along. Meanwhile, Jacqui's efforts to help a despairing Lynsey make Rhys proud, and Tony is devastated when Mandy decides to leave him.

Bart plants stolen goods in Gaz's car in a desperate bid to make sure Sinead understands her new boyfriend has a dark side. Meanwhile, a cheerful Jacqui spends the day preparing a romantic meal for Rhys, as Darren worries he cannot match Nancy's career success. And Tony struggles at work as he tries to get in touch with Mandy.

Rhys and Jacqui's relationship appears to be going from strength to strength, but the return of a familiar face places their happiness in jeopardy. Elsewhere, Darren is thrilled when he realises Nancy is proud of him while, a hung-over Tony finds out he quit his job. And Bart discovers his plan to frame Gaz has worked, but is shocked to hear Sinead was arrested too.

Jacqui seems to be taking news of Gilly's return well, until an outburst during a counselling session reveals the extent of her anxiety. Meanwhile, Bart ruins his chances with Sinead when she discovers he was the reason she got arrested. Dodger gets a job as the manager of the SU Bar, and Carmel causes 'Father' Francis to suffer a crisis of conscience.

A nervous Will prepares for student life as Freshers' Week arrives in Hollyoaks, and newcomer Ash grabs attention with a cheeky stunt at the SU Bar. Meanwhile, Rhys resigns when Cheryl gives Gilly a job at Chez Chez. And Carmel considers taking drastic action as Francis gets ready to move to Africa.

Myra and the McQueens confront Gilly following his return to the village, much to Jacqui's horror meanwhile, Francis is stunned when Carmel reveals she wants to accompany him to Africa. Elsewhere, hung-over newcomer Ash faces the consequences of her wild actions the previous night, but finds a friend in the form of Will.

The new HCC students bond and get to know each other over drinks. As Jacqui's relationship with Rhys reaches crisis point over Gilly, and she moves back in with the McQueens. Meanwhile the Osbornes face trouble when Tom is bullied at school for his association with a supposed rapist. And Carmel wonders whether she will be able to resist Father Francis on the trip to Africa.

A spot of soul-searching prompts Carmel to finally gives in to her desires, and Cindy pledges a large sum to Father Francis's cause, but Tony grows suspicious of the priest's intentions. Meanwhile, Gilly finds a new home with Cheryl, and Jacqui is devastated when Rhys tells her he needs some space.

Father Francis attempts to go straight and ends up finding himself compromised between Carmel and Cindy. Neil and Jono are surprised to find out that the flasher student is Callum's big sister.

Father Francis is honest with Carmel about his indiscretions with Cindy. Warren is worried that Seth could be about to ruin his chance to take part in a spot of blackmail. Carl will not allow a frustrated Jason take hormone blockers.

Carmel ends up deciding to follow her heart and leave the village with Father Francis. Cindy attempts to ruin their plans though. Jason takes a picture of Mitzeee and Riley together in a compromising position. Ash is surprised after she finally tells...

Jason has a brush with the law and ends up reacting by sending an incriminating picture of Mitzeee to Warren. Carmel is upset when Cindy ruins her chance of happiness with Father Francis. Will is concerned that Dodger is about to invade his new life.

Mitzeee manages to protect Riley by convincing Warren that nothing happened between them. Jason is pleased when Carl agrees to let him use the hormone blockers. Dodger's antics frustrate Will.

Mitzeee ends up having a crisis of conscience about attempting to destroy the Costellos. Jason ends up taking matters into his own hands after Carl goes back on his promise. Scott, Barney and Rob attempt to work out how to use a washing machine.

Mitzeee is no longer welcome at the Costello wedding. She decides to try and get revenge by revealing what she knows about the affair between Carl and Mercedes in her book. Jason manages to get his hands on the hormone blockers.

Warren is pleased after he learns that Mitzeee has included everything she knows about Carl and Mercedes' affair in her book. Rhys looks his job at Chez Chez for publicly saying that Gilly is a rapist. Duncan attempts to impress Kelly.

Doug is told to say nothing about Mercedes and Carl's affair ahead of the wedding. He ends up asking Seth to tell his brother the truth. Jacqui and Rhys' rift widens after Gilly becomes the victim of a vicious hate campaign.

Warren wantss £50,000 from Carl to keep quiet about what he knows about the affair. Seth is pressured by Doug to tell Riley the truth but he wants Warren to blackmail Carl to teach his father a lesson. Jacqui is shocked to find out that Rhys isn't being honest.

The wedding is just a day away and Mercedes is surprised after Riley gives her their dream house. He bubble is soon burst though when she needs to get £20,000 to help pay Warren. Rhys and Jacqui discover a way to talk.

The wedding day finally arrives and Riley remains unaware about Mercedes' big secret. Jacqui attempts to persuade her sister to be honest before getting married. Doug decides to ignore Warren's threats and goes to the ceremony.

The events which happened at Mercedes and Riley's wedding leaves some of the guests feeling guilty. Warren makes plans to try gain ownership of Chez Chez.

Amy makes up her mind about moving to New York with Lee, and has to break the news to Ste about her decision. Silas decides to teach someone a lesson. Warren puts more pressure on Brendan after he refuses to sell his share of Chez Chez.

Ash ends up enjoying a 'quickie' with an unlikely person. Maddie takes Bart for a night out to in an effort to cheer him up. Amy attempts to find the courage to tell Ste she's taking the kids to New York, but Ste refuses to let them go.

Silas warns Lynsey that he's planning something very dark for Halloween. Mercedes receives some shocking news. Ste ends up agreeing to allow Amy take the kids to New York, but after Lee sees how crushed Ste is, he wonders if he can really go through with it.

Lynsey is set by Silas a terrifying challenge which sees her being forced to identify his next intended victim before midnight on Halloween. If she succeeds, he claims he will hand himself over to the police, but if she fails another girl will lose her life.

Mercedes remains captive up in Silas's vault. Lynsey tells Doug about the deadly game she is being made to play. Theresa and Will finsd it hard to enjoy a romantic evening alone. Amy attempts to deal with the fact that Lee has given up on his dream.

Lynsey is concerned that Theresa or Texas could be Silas's next target after she receives a cryptic clue. Rob and Annalise's reconciliation once again ruins Theresa and Will's efforts to spend time alone together.

A desperate Lynsey attempts to work out who the next victim will be before it is too late. Will and Theresa finally enjoy an evening alone together.

Chez Chez hosts Fright Night and most of the residents of Hollyoaks have gathered to celebrate in fancy dress. Nobody believes Lynsey's claims of what's is going to happen. Texas finds out about the bet between Scott and Dodger and gets even with them.

Fright Night continues at Chez Chez with Dodger attemting to charm Texas into returning to the party. Bart watches from the sidelines as Gaz and Sinead have fun together and becomes even more jealous. Cheryl leaves early.

Hollyoaks' residents are shocked to find out that the serial killer has struck again. Riley starts to question his grandfather's innocence. Cheryl finds some comfort with Gilly. Silas's deadly games continue.

The village grieves following everything that has happened but the spate of tragedies is not over for the McQueen family. Maddie ends up finding herself in a compromising position after Gaz reveals he prefers her to Sinead.

The McQueen family are determined to see justice being done. Gilly turns to Frankie for advise about his growing relationship with Cheryl. Duncan makes plans to take his relationship with Kelly to the next stage.

The McQueen family rally around as Silas plans his last move. Sinead has some difficult questions for Gaz.

The sixth form students attempt to bring the village together as they pay tribute to the serial killer's latest couple of victims. Brendan is determined to get even with Warren. Bart thinks about telling Sinead how he really feels.

Bart tries to warn Sinead to end her relationship with Gaz. Rob ends up panicking after he realises that Annalise expects him to celebrate their two-year anniversary instead of partying with Ash. Duncan enjoys his romance with Kelly.

Sinead sees a job advert needing someone to come on tour to sell gig merchandise. Sinead want the job for her and her boyfriend. Gaz shows up to dump Sinead, but hears the man agreeing to give him the job.

Sinead informs the sixth-formers and the she is leaving because she and Gaz are working at a gig tonight and then going on tour. Maddie has a chance to warn Sinead about Gaz but decides not to as she wants Sinead gone. Bart ends up telling Sinead.

Bart attempts to get into the gig to find Sinead. Tilly urges Maddie to stop Sinead making a huge mistake. Gaz sees Bart and has him thrown out. Bart ends up making one last-ditch attempt to win Sinead back.

After Ethan returns to the village, he ends up feeling more isolated than ever. As he attempts to find some reassurance it ends up leaving new guy Rob's life in jeopardy after he texts while driving.

Ethan ends up turning to Theresa for help. A new Savage family member shows up in the form of Dodger and Will's cousin, Dennis.

Time is starting to run out for Ethan when Theresa finally sees his true colours and refuses to keep his secret.

Rob desperately tries to remember what happened on the night of the accident, while Dodger's womanising ways finally catch up with him.

Annalise struggles with her feelings for Scott and the part she played in Rob's accident. Warren enjoys making Ethan squirm. Michaela's first rehearsal with the band doesn't go too well.

A confused Gilly turns up at Rhys and Jacqui's flat. In a tense, emotional real-time episode, these three characters - bound together by events of the past - try to make sense of it all.

Mitzeee is avoiding Warren, while sparks fly as feisty Maddie takes on enigmatic Callum for a debate at college.

Maddie, Tilly and Sinead enjoy a great night out. Maddie attempts to make Callum jealous when she flirts with DJ Joel. The evening ends up finishing in disaster.

An upset Maddie is rescued by Callum. The unlikely couple attempt to get beyond their spikey banter.

Brendan is still AWOL after being let out of prison, which fuels Warren's paranoia. New boy Joel is curious to get the low-down on Warren.

Mercedes attempts to make Riley spend time with her and the baby but things don't go to plans after he announces that he wants to know the truth with a paternity test.

Warren finds it hard to deal with terms with Joel's presence in the village. Theresa attempts to convince him to find out exactly who Joel is.

Joel ends up freaking out after he sees another side to Warren that he doesn't like. Warren is concerned that he may have made a costly mistake.

Mercedes waits to discover who the father of her child is and hopes she will get the answer she is looking for.

Mercedes has to deal with the results of the paternity test. Ash attempts to work out exactly what's going on between Scott and Annalise.

After Brendan attempts to get his claws into Joel, Warren is furious. Sparks start to flow between Theresa and Joel.

Ethan is pressured by Warren to give him with an alibi so that he can get rid of Brendan for good. Louis, Danny and Laurence are warned off Ruby by Jack. Ruby ends up taking a huge risk to try and win Sinead's favour.

After Jack finds out that he's missing some money, Ruby's in trouble. Warren is confronted by Theresa about Ethan's confession.

Callum attempts to get Maddie to learn more about him as they enjoy their proper date. Mitzeee finds out that Warren has been lying to her about Ethan. Nancy issues Mitzeee with a warning.

Nancy is left reeling after she gets a warning visit from Brendan. Mitzeee ends up coming to the conclusion that there is no escaping Warren. Brendan ends up coming up with a shocking solution.

Tara's return ends up causing trouble for Callum and Maddie's relationship after Tara refuses to give up on Callum. Warren's efforts to try and keep Mitzeee on side leave her feeling more scared than ever.

Maddie ends up having a go at Callum which could see him ending up back in Tash's arms. Dennis attempts to impress Leanne, but she has her sights on somebody else.

Maddie begins to self-destruct as she tries to get rid of her feelings for Callum. Leanne has no clue about Dennis' true feelings after she asks him to help her ensnare Matt.

George's efforts to get Maddie and Callum back together end up failing when Maddie starts to isolate herself from the group. Ash's meddling ends up making Callum give Tara an ultimatum.

Mitzeee returns following a trip with Warren. Leanne's efforts to try and make make Matt jealous end up leaving pleasing Dennis.

Brendan and Mitzeee continue with their plot against Warren. Mercedes attempts to convince Seth to talk about Riley.

Doug and new student Jodie go out on a date but sparks end up flying after she meets Dodger. Riley is surprised to learn that Mercedes has left baby Bobby at home with Bart. Joel becomes suspicious about Mitzeee after he catches her crying to Brendan.

Brendan and Warren end up fighting when Nancy finds it hard to contain a shocking revelation. Mitzeee attempts to win Warren over. Riley and Mercedes plan a Christmas meal for Bobby.

Mercedes finds it hard to create the perfect Christmas meal with Riley and calls for back-up from the rest of her family. Cracks begin to form in Mitzeee and Brendan's plans which end up having deadly consequences.

Things end up coming to a dramatic conclusion on Christmas Eve when Warren takes Mitzeee to the place where he buried Louise's body. Brendan finds himself in a race against time to find them before history repeats itself.

In a special It's A Wonderful Life homage episode, as Doug finds himself on a bridge at his lowest, and after jumping into the river he gets a visit from the much loved and missed Stephanie Del A Dean who shows him what life in the village would've been like had Doug never been there. He's then left with a choice to either join his girlfriend Bec's in heaven or to return to his life.

Texas and Jodie deal with the fallout from the previous day's events. As Joel is left wondering if he has any place in Hollyoaks. And, Mercedes questions whether she can bring up Bobby on her own.

The students prepare to travel to Barney's, but Theresa and Will feel further apart than ever. Meanwhile, Mercedes is gutted when Riley snubs her, but he soon regrets it when she stops him from seeing his son.

The students are in high spirits, intending to enjoy their impressive surroundings, but an unexpected arrival threatens to spoil the party. Meanwhile, Jacqui tells Mercedes to move on and put the past behind her, leading her to do something drastic. The ongoing love-games between Jodie, Doug and Dodger continues. And the Daytona Lights set upon catching their big break when a record label label exec comes to see them perform at the SU Bar but not all goes quite to plan.

Mercedes finally prepares to let go of Riley, but when she realises just how much this will cost her, she's not sure whether she can bring herself to go through with it.