The Only Way is Essex

Real-life soap focusing on a group of Essex characters. Jess's 26th birthday party brings new faces and old flames together after a summer of fun.

Real-life soap. Joey, Lydia and Debbie look for items for the shop, Gemma holds a matchmaking party, Harry and Ronnie have a heart-to-heart, and Mark does some soul-searching.

Arg sets out on a new career path, Mark and Mario have a run-in at the gym, Mick and Kirk catch up after the singles' night and the gang go paintballing for Lauren's birthday.

True-life soap following a glamorous group of Essex boys and girls. Jess prepares for a fashion show, Maria and Mick get friendly at a romantic dinner date, the twins model for Jess, Lucy shows off her curves, and Mario and Mark lock horns.

True-life soap. The girls and Harry bed down for a big slumber party gossip, tension rises with Maria and Gemma over Mick, and Mario turns up the heat on Lucy with a proposition.

Mario and Lucy deal with the aftermath of their date night, Gemma and Frankie reveal their body concerns, Joey gives Kirk some fashion tips, and the twins hold a Greek night.

Joey settles into his new pool-pad, Gemma teaches Harry how to drive, Chloe gets a first consultation for her bottom implants, and Kirk hosts a karaoke night at the Sugar Hut.

True-life reality series. Arg goes to extreme lengths to lose weight, Joey hosts an unusual Cockney animal-themed party, Mario and Lucy cosy up, and there's fun on the slopes.

True-life reality series. Essex dons vintage in preparation for the grand opening of Lydia's shop Bella Sorella, and Cara and Billie get ready for a night out on the town Kirk and Joey-style.

Reality series. Mick and Kirk bond during a fishing trip, Sam spends a cosy Sunday lunch with the Wright family, and Arg tackles his body issues head-on starting with his teeth.

Reality series. 'Jirk' get some unannounced visitors, Sam gets a surprise, and Mark, Jess, Gemma and Arg head to boot camp for some fat-busting workouts and intimate revelations.

Reality series. Everyone gets in the Halloween spirit as Nanny Pat goes trick-or-treating, Sam and Billie host an action-packed party, and Mario's night of freedom backfires for Lucy.

True-life soap. Lauren G and Sam react to a kiss, Mark gives Arg a makeover, Lucy realises that time is running out for her and Mario, and Chloe celebrates her 30th birthday.

True-life soap. Arg continues his quest for physical perfection and seeks fashion advice from Joey with interesting results, and there is drama at the bonfire party.

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.