Hollyoaks

Villagers hope to enter the new year with clean slates, as relationships flourish and the Osbornes and Hutchinsons aim to put past feuds behind them. But not everyone is so forgiving.

A familiar face returns to the village, Theresa's loved-up, and things are on the up for Sienna and Cleo, but Dodger is feeling on edge.

Diane's furious to discover that her children have sneaked out. Warren makes a confession to Mercedes. And Donny sets out to confront Sully.

Theresa fears that her relationship is at risk, and a shocking accident triggers panic. Liberty's riding high after a date. And Donny makes a desperate escape in Sinbad's taxi.

Sienna's attempts to build bridges with Cleo backfire. As Donny becomes the focus of a police investigation, Gemma takes a dangerous gamble. And there's a mysterious sighting at Jez's allotment.

Sienna and Cleo's relationship is still fragile, Ant finds himself in hot water, and a new resident's past is revealed.

Donny continues to refuse help from those around him, Leela tries to support new mum Cleo by inviting her to a baby group, and a resident seeks revenge.

Old friends return to lift Donny's spirits, and it's a race against time as a revenge plot closes in on one resident.

Dodger's unable to keep quiet any longer and in a crowded McQueen house speaks out about what happened to him in Liverpool.

Tinhead finds himself in a sticky situation at The Loft. Ste thinks it's time to let Lucas go. Joseph has to have an ambulance called out for him.

Joseph is rushed to the hospital, where a concerned Misbah and Gemma make a difficult phone call. Meanwhile, Lucas has a phone call with James and Tinhead carries out his dodgy deal for Jenson.

Emotions flare as the McQueens gather for a family therapy session. Rex makes a gesture to repair the past, and one resident finds themselves in the wrong place at the wrong time.

John Paul calls in a favour from his new friend Smithy, Dillon has a proposal for Donny, and a revelation leaves a relationship on shaky ground.

Prince is backed into a corner, Liberty leans on her friends as concerns about her new relationship rise, and a resident is overwhelmed with emotion.

Froggy shares memories with Rex as they scatter Grace's ashes, Ro makes a decision about his future, but not everyone approves, and chemistry grows between two residents.

The McQueens panic when the police turn up on their doorstep, the wheels are in motion for Donny's new business, and a confession breaks a resident's heart.

Vicky struggles to decide what she wants for her future, amother puts her foot down, and a couple are forced to face their feelings, but is it the end?

A discovery sparks a police search at the school. Dodger sets out to prove that Smithy is corrupt. Vicky's confidence is crushed, and tensions erupt over two clashing engagement parties.

Vicky takes drastic measures as her insecurities deepen. At breaking point, Nancy makes a difficult decision, and there's a race against time when a threat puts lives in danger...

With the McQueen house in lockdown, original family members return, as a series of 'what if' scenarios play out during a high-stakes situation, and John Paul makes a life-changing decision.

Gemma's determined to uncover the truth behind her dad's behaviour, Rex is forced to hide as he continues to explore his identity, and a newly released resident returns to seek revenge...

On the day of the joint engagement party, secrets threaten to spill, while Rex struggles with his truth. Gemma faces a painful revelation, and Sienna makes a shocking discovery.

Mercedes returns from rehab with a shocking proposal, Sienna and Myra fight to keep baby Joseph in the village, Ste eagerly plans a holiday with Rex, in the hope of getting to know his future husband better.

Vicky's still on edge after recent events. Sienna makes a tough decision. A resident is faced with the truth...

After months of torment and pain, Dodger finally has his chance to expose Sully for what he really is, but Sully's ready to fight dirty...

Vicky and Prince form a bond. Donny's family support him as he faces the truth. Buried tensions begin to thaw.

Dillon leans on Lucas for support, but will sparks re-ignite between the former lovers? Elsewhere, a mum confides in her friends at a yoga class.

Theresa pushes Mercedes to give Warren another chance. A phone call makes Dillon concerned about Lucas's wellbeing.

A new cellmate spells danger for Lucas, forcing Dillon to take desperate measures. Diane and Tony continue to lie to protect their loved ones. A resident's romantic hopes end in betrayal.

Lucas has a tough decision to make in order to protect himself from a dangerous cellmate. Elsewhere, Warren is determined to uncover the truth from someone, no matter the cost.

While Tony and Diane head to London for answers, Dom's left holding the fort - but the teens have other plans. Ste returns to devastating news, and Warren is determined to get to the truth.

A revelation leaves Warren seething, and tensions flare at The Loft. Meanwhile, when a text lands in the wrong hands, a resident is forced into a tough parenting dilemma.

Mercedes is determined to find out what Jenson's up toy. Wanting to bring happiness during a difficult time, Ste makes a huge decision. A sister is backed into a corner.

Warren decides who he wants, but is he too late? Meanwhile, friends gather around to support Diane and Tony.

Rex braves his first public outing while experimenting with his image at an LGBTQ+ club night, and at the Loft relaunch party, a shocking turn of events puts all eyes on Mercedes.