E1. The Only Way is Essexmas - 2016 (Part 1)

Some of the gang visit Liverpool, while Gemma plans a festive extravaganza back in Essex

The Only Way is Essexmas - 2016 (Part 1)

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First of two special festive editions of the reality series. Some of the gang visit Liverpool for a very Mersey Christmas, while Gemma plans a festive extravaganza back in Essex.

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Reality series. Courtney raises money for the charities who have helped her family.

Reality series. Courtney raises money for the charities who have helped her family by putting on a sports day fundraiser, and Amy and Billy enjoy a rare date night.

Reality series. Harry is heartbroken and turns to his mum Karen for support.

Reality series. Harry is heartbroken and turns to his mum Karen for support, and Joe and Junaid's relationship is blossoming as Junaid makes his feelings very clear.

Reality series. Emotions run high after Harry and Joe call time on their relationship.

Reality series. Emotions run high after Harry and Joe call time on their relationship, and Jodie makes it clear that Diags needs to spend more time bonding with her son Bear.

Reality series. Everyone heads to the beach club to celebrate the last day in Cyprus.

Reality series. Everyone heads to the beach club to celebrate the last day in Cyprus, but Harry is in no mood to celebrate after learning about Junaid's feelings for Joe.

Reality series. Joe and Harry become more determined to make their relationship work.

Reality series. An emotional conversation leaves both Joe and Harry determined to make their relationship work, but a conversation between Joe and Junaid could wreck things yet.

Amy confronts Joe about Harry as the group continue their break in Cyprus.

Amy confronts Joe about his treatment of Harry as the group continue their break in Cyprus, and Elma and Jodie strengthen their bond after confronting Diags.

Our favourite Essex crew have all headed to Cyprus for some summer sun.

Our favourite Essex crew have all headed to Cyprus for some summer sun, but tempers fray and passions boil over with the gang all back together.

The whole Essex crew get together to celebrate Harry's 30th birthday.

The whole Essex crew get together to celebrate Harry's 30th birthday. Meanwhile, Diags has come to some decisions about Jodie and talks to the lads about it.

There's trouble in Essex as Dani spills the beans to Ella.

There's trouble in Essex as Dani spills the beans to Ella about Dan and Amber's phone call. Will hearing that he's still chatting to Amber throw Ella off?

Sparks fly and tempers fray as the group gather for Chloe's fundraiser.

Sparks fly as the group gather for Chloe's fundraiser. Amber tells Girlband about the long video call she had with Dan where they spoke about their relationship.

Dan and Ella's romantic date continues as they end their night stargazing.

Dan and Ella's romantic date continues as they end their night stargazing. Meanwhile, Jodie is starting to have doubts about her relationship with Diags.

Dan decides to take Ella camping for their first solo date. 

Dan decides to take Ella camping for their first solo date. Meanwhile, Jordan gets booked in for a sperm count test and Diags joins him for the first consultation.

It's time for double dates as Ella, Dan, Diags and Jodie go out together.

It's time for double dates as Ella, Dan, Diags and Jodie go out together for the night, but Chloe makes a comment at Jordan's party to Dan that riles the group up.

Amber's return from Dubai for good - for now - comes as a shock to Dan.

Amber's return from Dubai for good - for now, at least - comes as a shock to Dan, and Jordan and Sophie throw a cowboy-themed party to celebrate Jordan's birthday.

Dan doesn't want the Bali party to end and so sets up a group chat.

With the gang heading back to Essex, Dan doesn't want the party to end and sets up a group chat inviting his gang on a big night out to keep the Bali flame alight.

Jodie has landed in Bali and Diags is over the moon.

Jodie has landed in Bali and Diags is over the moon. Elma says she's happy for them, but will seeing them together be harder than she thought?

Dan and Ella get to know each other better at a stunning Bali beach club.

Dan and Ella get to know each other better at one of Bali's stunning beach clubs, and home is on Diags' mind as he brings Jodie to Bali to a mixed response.

Our favourite Essex crew are back together in sunny Bali.

Our favourite Essex crew are back together in sunny Bali. For the first time in years, everyone on the trip is getting along, but drama is never far away.

It wouldn't be a TOWIE finale without a classic end of summer party and plenty of drama...

It's the TOWIE finale! It wouldn't be an Essex finale without a classic end of summer Sunset Party and plenty of drama to go with it...

A colourful cast welcome you into their uber-glamorous Essex community.

Follow this group of Essex characters - the drama unfolds against the backdrop of nail bars, wine bars, flash cars and designer gear.

Roman drops a huge truth bomb on Dani and the Diags and Elma saga continues.

Roman drops a truth bomb on Dani that he still has feelings for her! Dani knows she must tell Brockett what Roman said, but how will Brockett react to history repeating itself?

Things get complicated when Diags invites his new beau, Jodie, on the group's mini break.

Things get complicated when Diags invites his new beau, Jodie, on the group's mini break. How will Elma react when she comes face-to-face with the girl who has stolen Diags' heart?

Amber is back and needs to be brought up to date on all the gossip by her bandmates.

Amber is back in town and needs to be brought up to date on all the gossip by her Girlband bandmates, Chloe M and Courtney. What will she make of all the goings on in her absence?

Harry feels at a loss with how to move forward from his epic fall out with Junaid.

Harry feels at a loss with how to move forward from his fall out with Junaid. When Junaid reaches out with an olive branch text, will the former besties be able to call a truce?

Elma and Brockett have taken their relationship to the brink of destruction.

With harsh words having been exchanged on both sides, Elma and Brockett have taken their relationship to the brink of destruction. Can they make amends?

Brockett feels she's been mugged off by Elma when she doesn't defend her against Girlband.

Brockett feels she's been mugged off by Elma who should have had her back against Girlband, not befriended them. Elma is left angry and upset by Brockett's reaction.

Amber and Dan come face to face at the White Party in an emotive meeting.

Amber and Dan come face to face at the White Party - with all their friends watching and listening on, both shed tears and lay everything out on the table.

A girl band who have recently split up are unaware that Amber is waiting in the wings.

A girl band who have recently split up are in the hotel restaurant throwing shade and preparing for a war of words, but they don't know that Amber is waiting in the wings.

The Essex squad head for beautiful Cyprus, but will Dan be able to enjoy himself?

The Essex squad head for beautiful Cyprus - Dan and Amber have called time on their relationship, but will Dan be able to enjoy his newly single status on holiday?

After a series of ups and downs, Roman and Dani finally seem on track to being loved up.

After a series of ups and downs, Roman and Dani finally seem on track to being loved up. Harry is having second thoughts after seeing some red flags with Junaid.

Tensions between Amber and Chloe B reach an all-time high.

Tensions between Amber and Chloe B reach an all-time high. Meanwhile, Amber is fuming when she finds out Chloe has been discussing their drama with her enemies.

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Since Thailand, Harry and Junaid both want to explore what could be between them, but neither of them know how to approach it. Dani and Ella step in to help.

Dani is on the war path and confronts Roman at Jordan's birthday party about the lies.

As Thailand draws to a close, Dani is on the war path and confronts Roman at Jordan's birthday party about the lies. Back in Essex, a devastated Roman tries to win Dani back.

Will Junaid admit his feelings towards Harry, or will Harry shut it down?

After Junaid tried to kiss Harry on a night out, they come face to face to talk it out for the first time - will Junaid admit his feelings towards Harry?

Roman has been playing the field and has found himself in a love triangle.

Roman looks for advice after finding himself in a love triangle, and Junaid falls out with Dani and Ella. Is it too late to save their friendship?

Could Dani and Roman's fledgling relationship be over already?

Amber thinks that Brockett is being a hypocrite after making up with their enemy Junaid, and could Dani and Roman's fledgling relationship be over already?

Harry wants to go all out and plan a perfect day for Amy's baby shower.

Harry wants to go all out and plan the most perfect day for Amy's baby shower, and Chloe, Courtney and Amber talk to Jordan after his fiery exchange with Chloe B.

Real-life soap. A colourful cast welcome you into their uber-glamorous Essex community.

Real-life soap opera focusing on a group of Essex characters - the drama unfolds against the backdrop of nail bars, wine bars, flash cars and designer gear.

Amy's attempts to mediate between Harry and Bobby end in a heated row.

Amy's attempts to mediate between Harry and Bobby end in a heated row. Plus, Ella hopes her friendship with Kelsey isn't beyond repair, and there's a double date for two fledgling romances.

E2. The Only Way is Essexmas - 2016 (Part 2)

Is it too late for Dan and Kate? Bobby offers Gemma an olive branch

The Only Way is Essexmas - 2016 (Part 2)

Second part of this year's festive visit to Essex. Will Danni want to save her friendship with Lockie? Is it too late for Dan and Kate? Bobby offers Gemma an olive branch.

Dan's Winter Festival is open and the gang go up to Cambridge to enjoy his handiwork

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Dan's Winter Festival is open! The gang go up to Cambridge to enjoy the fruits of his labour, but will Dan prove his event-planning power, or will the Festival melt away?

Roman and Dani's friendship remains in tatters - could a mutual friend help rebuild it?

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It's Christmas time and our Essex favourites are spreading festive cheer - Roman and Dani's friendship remains in tatters, but a mutual friend's return could help rebuild it...

Special episode of the reality show. The gang go to Marbella for a weekend of partying.

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Special episode of the award-winning reality show. The Essex gang jet off to Marbella, their Spanish home from home, for a weekend of non-stop partying.

Christmas special. The gang go on an eventful festive break to a Scottish castle.

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Christmas edition of the real-life soap. Lauren Goodger, Mario Falcone and Gemma Collins return to Essex, before the gang go on an eventful festive break to a Scottish castle.

Arg plans a regal birthday party and a trip to Santa's homeland is on the cards

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Festive episode of the reality show. Jess and Joey are still reeling from 'that' kiss, Arg is planning a regal birthday party, and a trip to Santa's homeland is on the cards.

It seems the only way is the Dominican Republic! The Essex crew are back and on holiday.

It seems the only way is the Dominican Republic! The Essex crew are back and in full holiday mode, but Amber and Dan are defiant when he becomes a hot topic.

Ella's infamous voice note becomes the talk of the Caribbean.

Reality series. As Ella's infamous voice note becomes the talk of the Caribbean, Dan and Amber stand defiant and keep their cool, but a surprise arrival threatens everything.

Dani knew it was only a matter of time before she would face the Great Gatsby again...

Reality series. Essex is a small place, and Dani knew it was only a matter of time before she would have to come face to face with the Great Gatsby now he is back from LA...

Friction between the two big social groups in Essex is at an all-time high.

Friction between the two big social groups in Essex is at an all-time high, and Junaid's particular frustration with Amber is growing stronger by the day.

After it all kicked off at Courtney's birthday party, there is some unresolved tension.

After it all kicked off at Courtney's birthday party, there is some unresolved tension in Essex - however, the news that Yaz was involved in a serious car crash sobers the gang.

After having it out with Amber, Harry feels that Brockett's meddling has made a big issue.

After having it out with Amber, Harry feels that Brockett's meddling has made a mountain out of a molehill when it comes to his and Amy's griping, but will he call her out?

It's Amber's birthday, and Dan has arranged for a surprise getaway with her loved ones.

It's Amber's birthday, and Dan has arranged for a surprise getaway with her nearest and dearest - including Amber's pals Mia and Hannah - where Mia makes a tactless revelation.

Dani is convinced that Gatsby has blamed her for the fallout with Chloe M and Courtney.

After the Be Well Not Jel festival ended in calamity rather than calm, Dani is more convinced than ever that Gatsby has blamed her for the fallout with Chloe M and Courtney.

Jordan and Chloe B's budding romance seems to be over before it even properly started.

Jordan and Chloe B's budding romance seems to be over before it even properly started - Chloe B already has the ick over Jordan, leaving him in a world of confusion.

Despite being in the golden couple of Essex, it looks like Amber feels left behind.

Despite having been the golden couple of Essex, it looks like Amber feels left behind and confused - having just turned 29, she is questioning her relationship with Dan.

Amber is still questioning her future with Dan - can Diags convince her to stay with him?

Amber is still questioning her future with Dan - she is frustrated about the lack of effort Dan is putting into their relationship. Can Diags convince Amber to stay with Dan?

Chloe B and Lockie are the talk of the town when news of their secret tryst spreads.

Chloe B and Lockie are the talk of the town when news of their secret tryst spreads. Meanwhile, Gatsby hopes to take things to the next level with Dani.

A singles night introduces the gang to some new faces and a familiar face returns.

Lockie is in a pickle and Chloe Brockett wants answers. A singles night introduces the boys and girls to some new faces and a familiar face returns when Yaz reunites with her pals.

Demi offers Dan and Amber an olive branch in the form of a birthday invite, but can Chloe Sims handle being in the same room as them? Meanwhile, Gatsby has a big question for Dani.

Dan and Amber welcome a new addition to their family - a cockapoo puppy called Oliver.

Chloe Brockett brings some turbulence to lovebirds Gatsby and Dani's relationship. Dan and Amber welcome a new addition to their family - a cockapoo puppy called Oliver.

Dani and Gatsby are finally official, and all loved up....what could go wrong?!

Dani and Gatsby are finally official, and all loved up....what could go wrong?! Chloe Brockett has heard that's there's trouble in paradise for TOWIE's newest couple.

Pete whisks everyone away for a single's retreat.

Pete is taking his title of 'Love Guru' seriously and is whisking everyone away to a single's retreat. Perfect timing for his partner in crime Lockie to return.

New rumours surface regarding romantic history between the Great Gatsby and Chloe.

Just when everyone thought the Great Gatsby and Chloe Brockett feud was over, new rumours have surfaced regarding romantic history between the pair.

Dan and Amber are throwing Essex's biggest Halloween Spooktacular and everyone is invited.

Its Halloween, Dan and Amber are throwing Essex's biggest Halloween Spooktacular and everyone is invited. Will it be the twisted fairy-tale Dan's planned?

After the shock of running into her ex Jack at the Halloween party, Frankie is in turmoil.

After the shock of running into her ex Jack at the Halloween party, Frankie is in turmoil, and Jack is then confronted by the once-friendly Chloe Sims...

The gang are going out with a bang as Chloe Sims, TOWIE's Queen of Essex, is turning 40.

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The gang are going out with a bang as Chloe Sims, TOWIE's Queen of Essex, is turning 40, and Chloe is throwing a birthday gala to celebrate.

The Sims sisters have a heart-to-heart with youngest sister Demi about her new girlfriend.

The Essex elite are back with a bang. The Sims sisters have a heart-to-heart with youngest sister Demi about her new relationship. Meanwhile, Diags targets a world record attempt.

Ella spills the beans on her secret kiss with Pete, but how will he respond?

Ella spills the beans on her secret kiss with Pete, but how will he respond? Amy finds herself in the middle of not one, but two dramas involving Harry and Saff.

Things are moving fast in Demi's relationship with Francesca.

Things are moving fast in Demi's relationship with Francesca. Chloe M and Courtney's attempt to bring their fractured friendship groups together doesn't go to plan.

There's a new man on the scene to compete with Pete for Ella's affection.

Chloe Sims has her hands full living her best single life, launching a business and now searching for a new home. Plus, there's a new man on the scene to compete with Pete for Ella's affection.

Lockie is back and the boys go on a camping trip.

Lockie is back, to best pal Pete's delight. And what better way to return to the Essex fold than with a boys' camping trip. Meanwhile, Gatsby wants to take things to the next step with Dani.

Chloe Sims' confidence gets in the way of her becoming Essex's next top business magnate.

Chloe Sims' confidence gets in the way of her becoming Essex's next top business magnate. Meanwhile, best mates Tom and Harry decide to buy a house together.

Georgia hosts her baby shower, and Clelia ends things with Rem.

Tommy and Georgia finally move into their dream home and set their sights on hosting Georgia's baby shower. Clelia ends things with Rem, and Diags aims to set a world record.

Gatsby whisks Dani off on a fun trip to Norfolk, with all of his mates in tow.

Saff wants to return to her carefree self after weeks of drama and extends an olive branch to Amy. Gatsby whisks Dani off on a fun trip to Norfolk, with all of his mates in tow.

Diags is determined to give his world record attempt another try.

Gatsby finds out about Courtney's allegation that he was texting girls behind Dani's back. Diags is determined to give his world record attempt another try.

Chloe Sims has made her life drama-free, but there's one loose end she needs to tie up.

Chloe Sims has made her life drama-free, but there's just one loose end she needs to tie up - finding closure with Pete. Dan gives Gatsby a lesson in anger management.

Having navigated their way through lockdown, the Essex elite are back, and TOWIE royalty makes a welcome return to the fold. Amy Childs is back.

Pete and Chloe Sims haven't spoken in months.

Pete and Chloe Sims haven't spoken in months. It's a shame, because the former besties always had so much in common, including how stubborn they both are.

Pete and Chloe Sims' relationship is nothing if not tempestuous.

Pete and Chloe Sims' relationship is nothing if not tempestuous. Six months ago, they were inseparable, until an argument exposed some serious cracks.

Liv has more than made her mark on Essex; it's a home from home for her. But right now, she's torn. She's splitting her time between fiance Brad in Manchester, and her besties down South.

Yaz and Lockie have planted themselves firmly in the honeymoon period.

Yaz and Lockie have planted themselves firmly in the honeymoon period. It's a new look for them, and it suits them. No labels, no stress. Surely nothing's gonna rain on their parade.

Bobby's biological clock is ticking, and he's feeling broody.

Bobby and Matt are going from strength to strength; they've moved in together and are more loved up than ever before. But Bobby's biological clock is ticking, and he's feeling broody.

Pete and Chloe Sims are still no closer to getting their friendship back on track.

Pete and Chloe Sims have had more awkward chats than they've had hot dinners, but are still no closer to getting their friendship back on track.

Pete and Chloe Sims dropped a major bombshell in a therapy session.

Pete and Chloe Sims dropped a major bombshell in a therapy session when they admitted that when it came to their friendship, the lines had been blurred.

This special episode to mark TOWIE's tenth anniversary sees the return of some old faces.

This special episode to mark TOWIE's tenth anniversary sees the return of some familiar faces, as our Essex favourites take a trip down memory lane.

Kelsey and Chloe Brockett have been wondering whether it might be time to make up.

Since bumping into each other on a night out, Kelsey and Chloe Brockett have been wondering whether it might be time to lay their beef to rest.

Nicole and Amber have two rows in the space of a week.

Nicole and Amber have had two rows in the space of a week, and it doesn't look like the mutual hatred is waning. But an already awkward situation for their mate in the middle, Yaz, just got worse.

After some time away, Pete is back in Essex, but who's he checking in on first?

After some time away, Pete is back in Essex, and who's he checking in on first? Miss Chloe Sims, of course. It turns out the trip away has given him some time to reflect, and he's realised just how important their friendship is to him.

Things have been moving quickly for Bobby and Matt.

Things have been moving quickly for Bobby and Matt. After spending every day of lockdown together in perfect harmony, Matt made the move to Essex, permanently.

Having celebrated their first anniversary, things are looking rosy for Frankie and Harry.

Having just celebrated their first anniversary, things are looking rosy when it comes to Harry and Frankie's romance. But scratch the surface, and all is not what it seems.

Halloween celebrations hit Essex with some spooky revelations and a bit of bad blood.

Halloween celebrations hit Essex with some hair-raising revelations and a bit of bad blood. Harry and Frankie address their relationship issues in an emotional chat.

The gang join forces to provide an entertaining birthday for Chloe.

Harry's jealousy issues get the better of him when Frankie goes on a night out. The gang join forces to provide an entertaining birthday for Chloe.

Dan Edgar's bachelor pad is closing its doors, so Dan invites the lads over for a goodbye.

Dan Edgar's bachelor pad is closing its doors and being relaunched, so Dan invites the lads over to say goodbye. Will the boys be able to hold it together during a final farewell?

Chloe Sims and Diags throw rival decadent 1920s-themed parties - can they cope?

Chloe Sims and Diags have made plans for a vintage knees-up, but with Covid restrictions in play, they split the guest list down the middle and throw two rival gatherings.

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