TV series
Drama series about life on the wards of Holby City Hospital, following the highs and lows of the staff and patients.
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Drama series about life on the wards of Holby City Hospital, following the highs and lows of the staff and patients.
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Episode 1
Sahira is adamant that her father is innocent, Louis discovers Vicky is trapped in a toxic relationship, and Lucky isn't sure if Kian is really clean.
Directed by Dean ByfieldWritten by Patrick HomesGuest stars Laila Rouass, Juno Dawson, Doña Croll, Raad Rawi, Sonny Poon Tip, Ali Hadji-Heshmati
Episode 2
Dominic pushes Sacha to make an illicit choice, Kian and Chloe make a shocking discovery in theatre, and are the McGerrys at breaking point?
Directed by Dean ByfieldWritten by Lucia HaynesGuest stars Juno Dawson, Doña Croll, Raad Rawi, Sonny Poon Tip, Philippa Stanton
Episode 3
Louis is trapped as Vicky’s blackmailing escalates, a desperate Dom tries to convince Ange to take his case on, and Kian leads Lucky on a merry dance as he tries to dodge a drugs test.
Directed by David Innes EdwardsWritten by Rebekah HarrisonGuest stars Juno Dawson, Doña Croll, Sonny Poon Tip
Episode 4
Hanssen worries that the upcoming court case will cause more harm than good. Sacha prepares to risk everything for Dom, but is Ange onto them? Fletch tries to get to grips with his new job.
Directed by David Innes EdwardsWritten by Joe AinsworthGuest stars Laila Rouass, Raad Rawi, Sonny Poon Tip, Ali Hadji-Heshmati, Debra Stephenson
Episode 5
The cause of Reyhan’s death comes into question, putting Hanssen and Sahira’s relationship at breaking point. Dominic’s new found optimism might be too much too soon. Kian continues to lie to Lucky, but is she about to work out what’s really going on?
Directed by Daikin MarshWritten by Ciara ConwayGuest stars Laila Rouass, Raad Rawi, Polly Frame, Annette McLaughlin, Sonny Poon Tip, Ali Hadji-Heshmati, Debra Stephenson
Episode 6
Donna leads the Holby nursing staff in a protest, but will Hanssen be moved by the nurses’ cause or are things about to get much worse for them? Lucky realises that Kian lied to her about where Andrei was staying, and an accidental encounter between Josh and Hanssen threatens to spill both their secrets.
Directed by Daikin MarshWritten by Tom PowellGuest stars Amanda Wilkin, Jon Robyns, Sonny Poon Tip, Debra Stephenson
Episode 7
When a majax strikes Holby – will self-harming Hanssen be heroic enough to ask for help? Secret addict Kian must choose between a young patient and Andrei – can he keep both safe? Thrust into the limelight, Jeong must diagnose a mystery condition – but will Dom help or hinder?
Directed by Suri KrishnammaWritten by Davey JonesGuest stars Jules Robertson, Samuel Menhinick, Jacqui Dubois, Katie Wimpenny, Sonny Poon Tip, Debra Stephenson, Phoebe French
Episode 8
How far is wannabe consultant Dom willing to go to ensure his path to power? Burying her head in the sand over her BRCA1 diagnosis, can anyone get through to Max? Reeling from Andrei’s sacrifice, is Kian willing to betray Fletch's trust to get what he wants?
Directed by Suri KrishnammaWritten by Isla GrayGuest stars Isaiah Bobb-Semple, Dianne Pilkington, Celia Robertson, Karl Collins, Phoebe French
Episode 9
It’s the day of Max’s operation, and Ange and Josh’s relationship deepens. Kian convinces Andrei to return to the hospital to have his surgery, but is it enough to keep Andrei from leaving again?
Directed by Jamie AnnettWritten by Joe AinsworthGuest stars Ramin Karimloo, Karl Collins, Sonny Poon Tip, Jessie Ross, Phoebe French
Episode 10
Kian faces losing Andrei, just when he thought he had got him back. Dom gets a shock when a patient chooses Sacha as her consultant instead of him. Are Ange and Josh about to lose their jobs over their secret relationship?
Directed by Jamie AnnettWritten by Joe AinsworthGuest stars Rachel Tucker, Sonny Poon Tip, Mark Jordon, Debra Stephenson
Episode 11
Sparks fly between Kian and Fletch after Evie and Andrei disappear, Sacha and Dom compete for the top job, and Josh tries to win back Ange.
Directed by Steve BrettWritten by Phil MulryneGuest stars Gina Gangar, Steve North, Sonny Poon Tip, Mark Jordon, Kwami Odoom, Rachel-Leah Hosker, Debra Stephenson, Phoebe French
Episode 12
Defeated Josh questions his place on AAU, and will Fletch unravel when Darwin faces a crisis?
Directed by Steve BrettWritten by Andy BaylissGuest stars Sonny Poon Tip, Mark Jordon, Kwami Odoom, Rachel-Leah Hosker, Debra Stephenson, Phoebe French
Episode 13
Lucky tries to overcome her personal crisis by throwing herself into work. A patient accuses Dominic of leaving an unwanted souvenir in his body during an operation. Kylie does her best to interpret Josh’s cryptic warnings over a potential faux pas with Louis.
Directed by Dean ByfieldWritten by Katie DouglasGuest stars Jonno Davies, Rachel Bright, Richard Frame, Nicholas Shaw, Debra Stephenson, Phoebe French
Episode 14
Josh’s mum is not impressed that her 20-something son is dating a woman in her forties. The hospital faces an emergency inspection by the CQC, and is a patient lying to the Dom and Jeong about being bitten by a dog?
Directed by Dean ByfieldWritten by Jenny DavisGuest stars Karen Ascoe, Nicholas Shaw, Debra Stephenson, Richard Pepper, Carol Walton, Phoebe French
Episode 15
Dom’s mum Carole is admitted with a burnt arm, but is she hiding a more serious ailment? Kylie blurts out Ange’s secret to Josh, and Max tries to rally the troops after the disastrous CQC findings. To add to her woes, Sahira’s son turns up drunk, wounded and hiding a dark secret.
Directed by Christopher McGillWritten by Patrick HomesGuest stars Julia Deakin, Conor Joseph, Ali Hadji-Heshmati, Delroy Atkinson, Debra Stephenson
Episode 16
Dom is shocked when he discovers Carole’s secret, Hanssen is torn as to how to handle Abs’s secret, and can Josh prove to Ange that he’s up to the role of being a father?
Directed by Christopher McGillWritten by Becky PrestwichGuest stars Julia Deakin, Ali Hadji-Heshmati, Delroy Atkinson, Debra Stephenson, Richard Pepper, Phoebe French
Episode 17
Will Holby City’s new director of improvement be able to turn the hospital around? Can Ange put her personal news aside and prove that she runs a tight ship on AAU?
Directed by David Innes EdwardsWritten by Joe AinsworthGuest stars Julia Deakin, Mark Arden, Emma Jay Thomas, Delroy Atkinson, Ameet Chana, Debra Stephenson, Phoebe French
Episode 18
Hanssen tries to persuade Lucky to return to Holby, and a terminally ill patient advises Kylie to tell Louis how she really feels about him.
Directed by David Innes EdwardsWritten by Johnny McKnightGuest stars Julia Deakin, Delroy Atkinson, Ameet Chana, Debra Stephenson, Briana Shann, Phoebe French
Episode 19
Holby’s new director of improvement is furious when Hanssen attempts to block their plans for AAU. Evie finds herself facing an impossible decision, and time is running out for Chloe to find a suitable candidate for Eli’s medical trial.
Directed by Katherine ChurcherWritten by Ciara ConwayGuest stars Julia Deakin, Justina Kehinde, Debra Stephenson, Briana Shann, Naomi Preston-Low, Phoebe French
Episode 20
Evie struggles to cope as she is drawn deeper into Jeni’s world. Dom has doubts about mum Carole joining Darwin’s stent trial, and Kylie must overcome her issues with new nurse Mel for the sake of a desperate young patient.
Directed by Katherine ChurcherWritten by Katerina WatsonGuest stars Julia Deakin, Victoria Hamnett, Ryan Dean, James Bradwell, Debra Stephenson, Richard Pepper, Naomi Preston-Low, Phoebe French
Episode 21
Assisting in Eli’s experimental stent trial proves to be the hardest professional challenge of Chloe’s life. Can she overcome her fears? Donna’s teenage daughter Mia arrives drunk on the Holby doorstep after a party with Jeni’s dodgy clients, and as Carole’s dementia worsens, Jeong helps Dominic take her on an imaginary trip to the seaside.
Directed by Karl NeilsonWritten by Matt Naylor, Saneh AliGuest stars Julia Deakin, Izabella Malewska, Debra Stephenson, Briana Shann, Phoebe French
Episode 22
Hanssen trawls hospital CCTV for a potential threat. As Carole’s dementia worsens, taking part in the experimental stent trial becomes increasingly risky. Aleysa, another of Jeni’s girls, is admitted with a suspicious cut on her arm.
Directed by Karl NeilsonWritten by Davey JonesGuest stars Julia Deakin, Jessie Ross, Izabella Malewska, Billy Boyle, Debra Stephenson, Phoebe French
Episode 23
Eli’s experimental stent trail looks like it will be over before it’s begun when his patient takes a turn for the worse. Ange prepares for the life-saving transfusion on her unborn baby, and Lucky uncovers the dark truth behind Jeni’s activities, but at what price?
Directed by Dean ByfieldWritten by Andy BaylissGuest stars Debra Stephenson, Richard Pepper, Phoebe French, Damian Quinn
Episode 24
Hanssen finds himself in a perilous situation. Will he be rescued in time? Kylie and Dom suspect an elderly patient may be in peril, and Louis fears for Kylie.
Directed by Dean ByfieldWritten by Isla GrayGuest stars George Rainsford, Debra Stephenson, Michael Stevenson, Richard Pepper, Phoebe French, Damian Quinn
Episode 25
As Jeni starts making plans to send Evie away, will Fletch and Donna find out the dark truth about what she did to their daughters before it’s too late? Jac refuses to listen to Max, who insists she starts looking into alternative treatment options for her tumour, and is new dad Josh really coping as well as Ange thinks he is?
Directed by Steve BrettWritten by Katie DouglasGuest stars Amy Forrest, Debra Stephenson, Briana Shann, Phoebe French
Episode 26
Fletch confronts Jeni about what she did to Evie. With their latest round of IVF treatment scheduled for today, Amelia springs an awkward surprise on Eli. With Josh pushing himself at work and to be the perfect dad and partner to Ange, an unplanned visit from his mum Elaine leaves her worrying that he might be falling into old habits. What is Josh hiding?
Directed by Steve BrettWritten by Kellie SmithGuest stars Debra Stephenson, Carol Walton, Phoebe French, Lucy Briggs-Owen
Episode 27
Donna allows her personal life to affect her work and neglects Lucky. Jac and Josh try to win Holby a place on a cutting-edge therapy study. Kylie discovers that Louis and Mel are still together.
Directed by Jean StewartWritten by Jess GreenGuest stars Jules Robertson, Briana Shann, Naomi Preston-Low, Eloise Black, Emily Stride, Greta Nayagam, Phoebe French
Episode 28
When Lucky wakes from surgery, Max has to deliver some life-changing news. Josh tries to cope with the pressures of fatherhood and work, and Henrik is shocked when a familiar face returns to Holby.
Directed by Jean StewartWritten by Patrick HomesGuest stars James Anderson, Cassie Bradley, Paul Chan, Simon Slater
Episode 29
Lucky asks Max for an impossible favour. Hanssen reluctantly agrees to mentor a new protege, despite their shared and painful history. Will Ange notice that Josh isn’t handling the pressure before it is too late?
Directed by Martin SmithWritten by Rebekah HarrisonGuest stars James Anderson, Jules Robertson, Carol Walton, Madison Stock, Ajay Chhabra, Damian Quinn, Simon Slater
Episode 30
On Josh’s birthday, a surprise celebration causes him to fall back into dangerous habits. Kylie tries a bold strategy to save Lucky, and Russ and Hanssen find themselves locked in a store cupboard together.
Directed by Martin SmithWritten by Ed SellekGuest stars James Anderson, Mykel Williams, Sara Stephens, Kitty Cockram, Simon Slater
Episode 31
Will Ollie be able to contain his deep-seated fears? Josh finds an unexpected reason to take the Green War of the Wards challenge seriously. Can Max and Kylie put aside their differences in order to save the planet?
Directed by Tania DíezWritten by Rebecca WojciechowskiGuest stars James Anderson, Chris Packham, Eileen Davies, Oscar Wilkins, Alison Pargeter, Delainey Hayles, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Simon Slater
Episode 32
Amelia must break some devastating news to husband Eli, Ollie's shady past threatens to catch up with him, and will anyone notice that forgotten and forsaken Jeong is in desperate need of a friend?
Directed by Tania DíezWritten by Emma Dennis-EdwardsGuest stars James Anderson, Eileen Davies, Katherine Jack, Francesca Lara Gordon, Oscar Wilkins, Alison Pargeter, Lucy Briggs-Owen
Episode 33
Lucky is readmitted to Holby, and Louis learns the truth about her suicidal thoughts. Jac falters just as she’s about to start the proton-beam therapy. Eli persuades Josh he needs to tell Ange about his bulimia.
Directed by David Innes EdwardsWritten by Emily GrovesGuest stars James Anderson, Phoebe French, Margot Leicester, Eileen Nicholas, Katherine Jack, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Simon Slater
Episode 34
Russ learns the truth about Ollie’s relationship with Maisie, while Max and Dom disagree over his diagnosis of a black female patient. Now that Ange knows the truth about Josh’s bulimia, will their relationship survive?
Directed by David Innes EdwardsWritten by Ciara ConwayGuest stars James Anderson, Katherine Jack, Francesca Lara Gordon, Natasha Kamanga, Anna Sari, Kevin Wathen, Simon Slater
Episode 35
Eli struggles to focus on the ward as he worries about Amelia’s health. Russ tries to convince Hanssen that he is not irresponsible. Will Josh keep his word and attend therapy for his eating disorder?
Directed by Emma LindleyWritten by Philip LawrenceGuest stars Julia Deakin, Curtis Kemlo, Gary McDonald, Laura Lake Adebisi, Liz Sutherland, Lottie Tolhurst, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Simon Slater
Episode 36
Dom remains in denial about Carole's ailing health, Eli and Amelia face a difficult choice, and Ollie is eager to return to work, but Hanssen has doubts.
Directed by Emma LindleyWritten by Joe AinsworthGuest stars James Anderson, Julia Deakin, Oscar Wilkins, Alison Pargeter, Lottie Tolhurst, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Simon Slater
Episode 37
A young cancer patient returns to go under the knife on AAU, Amelia struggles to cope with yet another devastating setback, and Kylie makes a mortifying Secret Santa faux pas.
Directed by Christopher McGillWritten by Kat Rose-MartinGuest stars James Anderson, Oscar Wilkins, Alison Pargeter, Darcy Isa, Camilla Arfwedson, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Simon Slater
Episode 38
Facing a visit from the regulatory body, Jac hopes a complex operation will show Holby at its best. During a surprise inspection, a patient comes into AAU with a suspicious motorbike injury. And can Hanssen and Russ persuade a reluctant patient to accept a lifesaving liver transplant?
Directed by Christopher McGillWritten by Isla GrayGuest stars Niamh Lynch, Neil Fox-Roberts, Kate Lock, Karen Ascoe, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Simon Slater
Episode 39
Dom returns from compassionate leave, but Sacha is concerned he isn’t ready. Jac may be prioritising Holby over her own health - is Fletch’s faith in her misplaced?
Directed by Jamie AnnettWritten by Davey JonesGuest stars Neil Fox-Roberts, Kate Lock, Karen Ascoe
Episode 40
Eli is compromised when Jac implores him to perform risky surgery on her. Fetch finds himself seriously considering Regina's job offer.
Directed by Jamie AnnettWritten by Andy BaylissGuest stars Philippa Stanton, Elizabeth Chu, Harry Giubileo, Michael Greco, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Simon Slater
Episode 41
As Fletch’s faith in Holby is dented, a job offer from St James’ becomes increasingly appealing. Hanssen discovers Billie’s secret and is reluctant to keep it from her father. Nicky reaches breaking point with Juliet, but is turning to Amelia for support the answer?
Directed by Miranda Howard-WilliamsWritten by Rebekah HarrisonGuest stars Harry Giubileo, Michael Greco, Lucy Girling, Delainey Hayles, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Simon Slater
Episode 42
Jac pushes Nicky to overcome her demons and become the doctor she knows she can be. But just how far is Nicky willing to go? Donna feels dejected when she gets no recognition from anyone.
Directed by Miranda Howard-WilliamsWritten by Ed Sellek, Jayshree PatelGuest stars Jules Robertson, Kimberley Okoye, Karen Ascoe, Lucy Briggs-Owen
Episode 43
Jac’s ambitious plans for the hospital are pushing her staff near a breaking point. Donna struggles to balance it all. Will Madge keep her promise to spy for Regina?
Directed by Michael LaceyWritten by Michelle LiptonGuest stars Jemma Redgrave, Catherine Russell, Jules Robertson, Mike Grady, Pushpinder Chani, Karen Ascoe, Simon Slater
Episode 44
Josh is tested when a familiar face is admitted to AAU. Max has her principles pushed to the limit. Eli wrestles with his conscience as Amelia presses him about Juliet’s future.
Directed by Michael LaceyWritten by Isla GrayGuest stars Clare Clifford, Damian Quinn, Lottie Tolhurst, Delainey Hayles, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Simon Slater
Episode 45
Nicky must find the strength to be a mother to Juliet or give away her baby for good. As the hospital is forced to lock down, Hanssen has to help deliver Billie's baby. As AAU handles the Darwin overflow, Ange notices Madge behaving suspiciously.
Directed by Karl NeilsonWritten by Ciara ConwayGuest stars Kimberley Okoye, Delainey Hayles, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Simon Slater
Episode 46
Kylie believes Madge is the victim of domestic abuse, Dom receives a lucrative offer from a private hospital, and Russ needs to proritise being a father to Billie.
Directed by Karl NeilsonWritten by Sophia LeonieGuest stars Hari Dhillon, Ged Simmons, Akbar Kurtha, Delainey Hayles, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Simon Slater
Episode 47
It’s the moment of truth: will Holby finally get itself out of special measures? Meanwhile, Regina puts more pressure on Madge to betray Jac and the hospital.
Directed by Jamie AnnettWritten by Patrick HomesGuest stars John Michie, Delainey Hayles, Karen Ascoe, Byron Easmon, Simon Slater, Jenny Howe
Episode 48
Fletch makes a last-ditch attempt to find a surgeon to save Jac’s life. Kylie tries to persuade Jac to visit Madge at home to find out what is behind her betrayal of Holby.
Directed by Jamie AnnettWritten by Katie DouglasGuest stars Rob Ostlere, Paul Bradley, Lucinda Dryzek, Kaye Wragg, Sian McLeod, Jenny Howe
Episode 49
The team operate on Jac to try to save her life, Josh's relationship with Claudia resurfaces, and Lexy receives good news about a new kidney.
Directed by David Innes EdwardsWritten by Andy BaylissGuest stars Paul Bradley, Lucy Briggs-Owen, Zoe Aldrich, Jenny Howe, Hamish Clark
Episode 50
As the reverberations of Jac’s surgery impact around Darwin and beyond, will life on Wyvern Wing ever be the same again? Series Finale
Directed by David Innes EdwardsWritten by Joe AinsworthGuest stars Chizzy Akudolu, Jemma Redgrave, Catherine Russell, Jules Robertson, Simon Slater, Jenny Howe, Hamish Clark, Tracy Wiles
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