Seasons & episodes

S10 · E2411 December 2004 2004-12-01 · 30 min＋

Frustration over the impending court case with Darren is wreaking havoc on Dan's life. Justin's first encounter with the infamous Paula doesn't bode well. Bella continues to rile everyone apart from a smitten Cameron. Meanwhile, Christmas Land 2004's opening day arrives with the promise of a surprise celebrity! When the mystery celebrity arrives, Nicole is singled out in the crowd. But the celebrity turns out to be O.B., much to everyone's anger.

Lee is convinced that Bombhead's idea of going back to work is the worst thing possible. Sally is devastated at the possibility of Dan going back to prison. Max and O.B. revel in their success while a furious Tony reads the headline in The Chester Herald.

Justin and Paula deny they were involved in the chaos of the previous day. O.B. and Max are dumbfounded at the sight that beholds them when they arrive for work. Bombhead insists the only person who ever listens to him is Max's dad, Mr. C. Zak is still envious of the hold Bella seems to have over Cameron.

Dan's terrified at the idea of going back to prison. Justin and Paula make a break for freedom. Tony continues to deny his involvement in the destruction of O.B.'s giant inflatable Santas. Bombhead decides it's time go home.

Debbie tries to talk Darren into dropping the charges against Dan. Bombhead is determined to get the house back to normal and sets about cleaning it. Justin and Paula have to face their punishment for trying to escape Boot Camp. Cameron's finally getting the grasp of Shakespeare. Max is determined to make Christmas the best ever for Tom, but Tony's doing his utmost to spoil it.

When Liz receives a seemingly heartfelt letter from Justin, she is tempted to let him come home. Dan is still angry with Debbie for trying to get Darren to drop the charges. Cameron's insecurities are beginning to get the better of him and he is ready to quit the play. The harsh reality of Bombhead's situation comes knocking at his door in the form a burly loan shark.

Cameron has a spring in his step now that Bella has helped him get to grips with Shakespeare's verse. Mandy and Max's plans for Christmas don't seem to be tying in with Tony's. Justin's letter to his mum didn't have the results he expected. Bombhead is struggling to cope and is desperate for someone to help him.

Bella isn't going to let Cameron walk away from the play without a fight. Whilst on an orienteering task, Paula notices that Justin has a developed an appetite to conform and isn't impressed. Ben is convinced that Dan still has a chance of persuading Debbie to stay in Hollyoaks. Bombhead needs to talk to Tony about his mounting problems, if only Tony would stop talking about himself.

Joe and Stuart make a pact. The stage is set, but will James muster the strength to replace his leading lady? The lads are under orders from the school to make Tom's costume for the play; can Max and O.B. save the day? The Deans unite in a time of trouble.

S10 · E25014 December 2004 2004-12-14 · 30 min＋

Debbie tells Frankie about Johnno's baby. Mandy forgets Tony's birthday. Joe gets up Stuart's nose. When Cameron turns down a night on the town, Zak is not pleased; there was a time when he wouldn't have said no.

Zak is still concerned about the influence Bella holds over Cameron as the final dress rehearsal approaches. Frankie's despair deepens when her thoughts turn to what kind of Christmas the Deans have in store. Tony is in an unforgiving mood after Mandy forgot his birthday. After a lengthy discussion, Joe and Stuart reach a compromise and agree to spend a day in each other's shoes.

S10 · E25216 December 2004 2004-12-16 · 30 min＋

Cameron is struck dumb with fright and announces he can't remember a thing; not even the arrival of Bella can snap him out of his panic. It's Stuart's turn to live by Joe's rules and he's horrified to start his day with a cooked breakfast and strictly no exercising! Christmas at the Deans' is a depressing prospect after all the presents Frankie bought were nicked from The Dog in the Pond. Tony's assault on Christmas continues, leaving Mandy full of despair.

Lisa and James's relationship continues to flourish. Joe surveys the trashed flat following Stuart's drunken outburst the night before. Debbie voices her concerns over the Deans' financial worries, but Frankie insists things will improve. Has Tony gone a step too far?

Tony's still in Mandy's bad books after ruining the joy of Christmas for Tom. Dan's delighted when he qualifies for the race on Friday and Debbie announces she's staying in Hollyoaks. Lisa's distraught after finding out about James's girlfriend and child. Meanwhile, Liz receives a letter from Justin apologising for everything he's done.

Mandy's furious with Tony for failing to turn up at Tom's Nativity. Darlene can't face up to Justin being back at home and locks herself away in her room. Dan's worried about Debbie giving up on her dreams for a life looking after her mum.

It's Christmas Eve and a sickly Tony is devoid of festive cheer. He wakes in the night and is unnerved to find his old friend Jambo lying in bed next to him. Jambo leaves Tony to discover his future by himself, and it is a future where everything he holds dear is just a distant memory.

S10 · E25723 December 2004 2004-12-23 · 30 min＋

Liam notices something different about Tony, and it isn't just the satin robe. Dan's racing career hangs in the balance before his first race has even started. Can Debbie make it to the racetrack in time?

Dan faces disqualification from the race and his fate lies in Jake's hands. Will Tony fulfil his promise to make it snow and convince Mandy that he has changed?

A devastated Ben and Debbie are drawn to Dan's Pit Stop as it slowly dawns on them that they'll never see Dan again. Candy and Nicole discuss their New Year plans. Bombhead's arrival upsets Lee, who feels let down by his actions. Tony's attempt to make amends with Mandy doesn't appear to have the desired effect.

Ben is worried when he finds Les drunk in Dan's Pit Stop. Frankie is ecstatic when she hears that Debbie's job on the Hook of Holland Ferry is still hers for the taking. Nicole and Candy discuss how they're going to raise the money to pay for their night out in Liverpool. Mandy is still distant from Tony and is relieved when Becca returns from her parents'.

Upbeat Tony buzzes around Gnosh Village; things are finally looking up for him and Mandy. Still coming to terms with his mum's death, Bombhead realises it's time to be there for Lee in his hour of need. Candy and Nicole are still fretting about finding funds for their New Year's Eve tickets.

United in grief, the Hunters congregate before attending the ceremony. Unsure of himself, Ben frets about speaking on behalf of his best mate. Meanwhile, Tony waxes lyrical about new beginnings.

Tony decides that if he's unable to bring Mandy to New York, he'll bring New York to Mandy! Debbie says goodbye to Dan and Hollyoaks. Bombhead is keen to celebrate the New Year, but Lisa isn't as enthusiastic.