List of The Only Way Is Essex episodes

The following is a list of episodes for the British television semi-reality programme, The Only Way Is Essex: 40 episodes of The Only Way Is Essex have aired to date. A fourth series will air in early 2012.

Contents

Series overview

Season Episodes Originally aired DVD release dates
Season premiere Season finale Region 1 Region 2 Region 4
1 10
(+ Christmas Special)		 October 10, 2010 (2010-10-10) November 10, 2010 (2010-11-10)
December 24, 2010 (2010-12-24)		 N/A March 28, 2011 (2011-03-28)[1] November 2, 2011 (2011-11-02)[2]
2 14 March 20, 2011 (2011-03-20) May 4, 2011 (2011-05-04) N/A September 26, 2011 (2011-09-26)[3] N/A
3 14
(+ Christmas Special)		 September 25, 2011 (2011-09-25) November 9, 2011 (2011-11-09)
December 20, 2011 (2011-12-20)		 N/A January 9, 2012 (2012-01-09)[4] N/A
4 N/A 2012 (2012) N/A N/A N/A N/A

Episodes

Series 1 (2010)

Series 1 of The Only Way is Essex introduced us to the main characters: club promoter Mark, his best friend club singer James 'Arg' Argent, his sister girl band member Jessica, his on/off love Lauren, club owner Kirk, Kirk's girlfriend beautician Amy, her best friend glamour model Sam and Amy's cousin Harry. The two central relationships between Mark and Lauren and Kirk and Amy were at the heart of this first series. Kirk and Amy's love started off strong but she was jealous of his job and his flirting with other girls and called it off. Kirk later begins a relationship with DJ Lauren Pope much to Amy's chagrin and her and Sam try to find love elsewhere. Mark and Lauren have been on/off since they were teenagers and at the start of the programme they are separated with Mark in a relationship with fashion designer Lucy. However it transpires that Lauren and Mark have secretly been sleeping together behind Lucy's back. When Lauren gets an offer to travel to Dubai on work she is unsure whether to leave Mark or not. It also transpires that Mark and Sam may have had a sexual relationship at some point during Mark's time with Lauren. Elsewhere Arg and his ex-girlfriend Lydia decide to give things another go despite her jealousy of Arg's relationship with Mark. And girl band Lola, which include Mark's sister Jessica, are signed by a record company and start to work on a debut single. Mark opens a club on Halloween however it is burned down soon after and is never talked about again. The climax of the first series is a charity boxing match between Mark and Kirk which Mark wins. During the match Lauren and Lucy have a confrontation where Lucy tells Lauren she knows about her and Mark going behind her back and is disgusted by the whole thing. Mark tries to reassure Lucy about their stability of their relationship but when Lauren reveals she is going to Dubai, Mark tries to stop her.

№ # Title Original airdate Duration UK viewers
1 1 "Episode 1" 10 October 2010 (2010-10-10) 60 minutes[6] 1,144,000[7][8]
Reality series following a group of people in Essex, including a club promoter, a would-be model, a member of a girl band and two bar workers. With each episode filmed just a few days before transmission, they will find out exactly what other people in the show are saying about them as well as discovering secrets that will affect their lives.[5] 
2 2 "Episode 2" 13 October 2010 (2010-10-13) 30 minutes 781,000[10]
The fallout from Lauren's party is revealed, Kirk's quest to win the heart of wannabe model Amy continues and club promoter Mark hosts a speed-dating event.[9] 
3 3 "Episode 3" 17 October 2010 (2010-10-17) 30 minutes 896,000[10][12]
Kirk hopes his plan to woo Amy will pay off, while girl group Lola pursue their dream of becoming the next Girls Aloud.[11] 
4 4 "Episode 4" 20 October 2010 (2010-10-20) 30 minutes 679,000[14]
Kirk hopes his date with Amy will seal their romance, Mark tries to cope with temptation and jealousy, and Lauren strives for independence.[13] 
5 5 "Episode 5" 24 October 2010 (2010-10-24) 30 minutes 810,000[14][16]
Lauren tries to get over Mark by indulging in some serious dating, and preparations get underway for Essex Fashion Week. Arg is heartbroken when his ex-girlfriend Lydia tells him there's no future for them.[15] 
6 6 "Episode 6" 27 October 2010 (2010-10-27) 30 minutes 954,000[18]
The county hosts its Fashion Week, with Sam, Amy and Jessica striving to claim the title of the most glamorous girl in Essex.[17] 
7 7 "Episode 7" 31 October 2010 (2010-10-31) 30 minutes 1,015,000[18][20]
It is VIP night at the opening of Mark's new club, and he hopes everything will go smoothly.[19] 
8 8 "Episode 8" 3 November 2010 (2010-11-03) 30 minutes 835,000[22][23]
Mark deals with the aftermath of the VIP night at his club. Plus, a chance to find out what is going on with Amy, Sam, Kirk and Jessica.[21] 
9 9 "Episode 9" 7 November 2010 (2010-11-07) 30 minutes 1,009,000[23][26]
The gang celebrates Bonfire Night. Sam and Amy plan to add some glamour to the event, Harry dresses up for the occasion and Mark tries to ensure that his evening goes with a bang.[24][25] 
10 10 "Episode 10" 10 November 2010 (2010-11-10) 60 minutes 975,000[29][30]
Mark's boxing event takes place in Romford and he throws down the gauntlet to Kirk. Lauren and Lucy clash over Mark. Last in the series.[27][28] 

Christmas Special (2010)

In the Christmas Special, Mark and Lucy are still together but he dumps her and also tells Lauren that things are off between the two of them before going off in a car with Sam. Also in the Christmas Special Arg buys Lydia a pot-bellied pig named Mr. Darcy who appears throughout the programme's second series.

№ # Title Original airdate Duration UK viewers
11 1 "The Only Way Is EsseXmas" 24 December 2010 (2010-12-24) 60 minutes 973,000[32]
Christmas special. Mark splits up with Lucy and tells Lauren he's not ready to be with her, before leaving a Christmas party in a taxi with Sam.[31] 

Series 2 (2011)

As series two kicks off Mark is still in a casual relationship with Sam, who opens a boutique with her sister Billie in the first episode, however he decides to give things with Lauren another go. When he finds out that Lauren is having her tattoo with his name on it removed he proposes and she accepts. The two spend most of the rest of the series planning their wedding and moving in together despite Lauren's clashes with Jessica, Mark's mother Carol and his grandmother Nanny Pat. Mark also considers several career paths during the season including opening a glamour model agency but eventually decides return to promoting. Kirk and Lauren Pope briefly split up but while on a date with Lucy he realises how much he misses her and they get back together. Problems in their relationship arise when Kirk clashes with Lauren's best friend Maria and the two end up arguing. Kirk presents Lauren with a key to his place and plans for her to move in but gives her the impression that he doesn't want Maria to visit. Arg and Lydia initially seem to have a strong relationship with plans to move in together which are halted when Arg reveals the he wishes to move into the flat below Mark. Arg also has problems passing his driving test and losing weight and clashes with Lydia's mum Debbie. Cracks start to appear in Lydia and Arg's relationship when Lucy, Billie and Sam reveal that Arg has possibly cheated on her and revelations that Arg had been bragging about a relationship between he and Amy. New characters in series two include Joey Essex a club promoter who aspires to be the new Mark Wright and uses the word 'reem' to describe things that look good. Joey initially pursues Lucy but when she tells him that she doesn't want to date another Mark Wright he goes after Sam instead. The two share a kiss in a swimming pool during Harry's birthday and later start dating although Joey's dating style does leave a little to be desired. Joey also starts promoting a night at Kirk's Sugar Hut which goes down a storm but makes Mark jealous as he feels like he is losing his touch. Joey's model cousin Chloe is also introduced and it seems that Kirk's dad Mick wants to start dating her despite their obvious age gap. Another new character, car saleswoman Gemma, also actively goes after Mick using several tactics to try and ensnare him all of which fail. The series ends with a pool party, organised by Mark, in which all the characters with the exception of Lauren are present. Mick teases Kirk that he is going to present a bottle of champagne to a girl that he is after which Gemma believes to be her but instead turns out to be Lauren's sister Nicola a moment that leaves Gemma in floods of tears. Amy confronts Arg about his lies to Lydia about their supposed relationship and later Arg tries to get Lydia back when he sees her with another man. Lauren arrives at the party to confront Mark about not inviting her and he tells her off for embarrassing him so she pushes him in the pool.

№ # Title Original airdate Duration UK viewers
12 1 "Episode 1" 20 March 2011 (2011-03-20) 45 minutes 1,547,000[33]
The reality programme following the lives of a group of people in Essex returns, with new faces joining the stars from the first run of the show 
13 2 "Episode 2" 23 March 2011 (2011-03-23) 45 minutes 807,000[34]
Lauren's day proves eventful as she removes her tattoo of Mark's name, only for him to propose soon after and she accepted. Arg and Lydia are still debating whether to move in together. 
14 3 "Episode 3" 27 March 2011 (2011-03-27) 45 minutes 1,404,000[34]
Lauren decides whether to move in with her new fiance Mark after Lucy's revelations about having recently slept with him. Amy looks for a new assistant 
15 4 "Episode 4" 30 March 2011 (2011-03-30) 45 minutes 1,219,000[35]
Arg decides whether to embark on a diet and Amy's new assistant Paloma tries to make a good impression at the salon. Kirk throws a party and Lauren's culinary skills are put to the test when the Wright's come for dinner 
16 5 "Episode 5" 3 April 2011 (2011-04-03) 45 minutes 1,344,000[35]
Arg struggles with his diet, and his relationship with Lydia is on the rocks. Kirk takes Lucy out on a date, but it all goes wrong when he bumps into Lauren Pope. 
17 6 "Episode 6" 6 April 2011 (2011-04-06) 45 minutes 1,352,000[37]
Arg and Lydia's relationship problems continue, while Kirk and Lauren try to patch things up. Harry throws a fancy dress party for his 17th Birthday.[36] 
18 7 "Episode 7" 10 April 2011 (2011-04-10) 45 minutes 1,385,000[37]
Jessica goes through with her boob job.[38] Arg tries to win Lydia back, but to no avail. Most of the cast attend Gemma's quiz night.[39] 
19 8 "Episode 8" 13 April 2011 (2011-04-13) 45 minutes 1,686,000[41]
Joey takes Sam out on a date. The girls take part in a "botox party". Lauren and Mark discuss plans for their engagement party.[40] 
20 9 "Episode 9" 17 April 2011 (2011-04-17) 45 minutes 1,401,000[41]
Mark meets up with Sam to discuss his new modelling agency, much to the annoyance of Lauren. Mark and Lauren host their engagement party.[42][43] 
21 10 "Episode 10" 20 April 2011 (2011-04-20) 45 minutes 1,755,000[46]
Some of the cast go "glamping", while Arg and Lydia appear to go their separate ways following another argument.[44][45] 
22 11 "Episode 11" 24 April 2011 (2011-04-24) 45 minutes 1,481,000[46]
Mark and Lauren face Amy and Arg in a game of tennis. Kirk hosts his 23rd Birthday party – a funfair in his back garden.[47] 
23 12 "Episode 12" 27 April 2011 (2011-04-27) 45 minutes 1,759,000[49]
Kirk asks Lauren to move in with him. Joey launches the first night of 'Reem Parties' at Sugar Hut.[48] 
24 13 "Episode 13" 1 May 2011 (2011-05-01) 45 minutes 1,607,000[49]
Lydia confronts Amy about her relationship with Arg. The Wrights celebrate the Royal Wedding, and Mark wants to get back into the promoting scene following Joey Essex's successful launch night.[50] 
25 14 "Episode 14" 4 May 2011 (2011-05-04) 60 minutes[51] 1,858,000[52]
Mark hosts a pool party, everyone is invited, apart from his own fiancée, Lauren. Last in series.[51] *This was the last episode to feature Amy Childs after quitting the show. 

Series 3 (2011)

Series three kicks off with the revelations that both Mark and Lauren and Kirk and Lauren Pope have split up with both Laurens now living together. Mark vows to a life of celibacy but soon finds himself tempted when he finds Lucy in her underwear in Jessica's flat. Meanwhile Lucy is now seeing Mario who tells her not to see Mark but after Mark finds out Mario has been badmouthing he tells him that he can get Lucy any time he wants. Arg and Lydia are back together but Lydia's fractured relationship with his best friend Mark is still causing problems for Arg especially when he forced to spend time with Lucy and Mario. When Mark reveals that he spent the night with Lucy while Mario was away, Lydia and Arg side with their two friends and when Lydia confronts Mark Arg accuses her of being a bully. Eventually Mark and Lydia make up but Arg still feels self-concious about his weight and also decides to take a new job as a hospital radio DJ as Lydia opens a new vintage store he feels that he is not good enough for her. While trying to lose weight together at Boot Camp Gemma confesses to Arg that if he and Lydia weren't together she may consider seeing him but she tells Lydia not to worry about anything.

During Karoake Night at the Sugar Hut, Mark is seen texting someone with various characters checking their phones it eventually turns out to be Sam. Sam and Mark then embark on a casual relationship which includes dates to a cooking lesson and skiing after Sam and sister Billie are attacked her and Mark begin dating properly and Mark's family invite Sam round to eat with them. This annoys Lauren as she feels Mark's family never accepted her and that Sam has betrayed her. During Chloe's birthday party Mark tries to settle things with Lauren but she angers Sam so much the two get into a fight.

The newly single Kirk and Joey begin a bromance calling themselves Team Jerk? Kirk teaches Joey how to be more domestic after he moves into a new flat and soon the two meet two girls named Cara and Billi. While Joey seems quite taken by Cara, Kirk struggles to get on with Billi and launches into a tirade at both of them when they come to his house to confront them. When Sam is attacked Joey goes to visit her and confesses that he still loves her but she is by this point back with Mark. Kirk also encounters problems at home after his dad Mick starts dating Maria as he never got on with her and he feels that Maria is after her dad's money. After a couple of dates it is revealed that Maria previously worked as an escort and when Mick sees her coming out of a club with another man he ends the relationship and she leaves to go back home to Derby for a while.

With Chloe approaching 30 she feels inadequate that she is without a man and wants to better her body by getting bum implants but decides against it and for her birthday she has her own wedding where her cousin Joey becomes Prince Charming. Gemma decides to teach Harry to drive and also learns that he is has started dating the half-German Kurt, Gemma is also pursued this series by Greek twins Georgio and Dino who she adores but who are far too small for her.

With Debbie and Lydia warming to Mario it seems that he can't put a foot wrong but then it is revealled that his former girlfriend, card-shop owner Perri, was told by him that he never fancied Lucy and is just dating her for a more prominent role on the show. Lucy gets increasinly paranoid about Mario's activities and tells him that he can have a night off from their relationship he goes off to a club where he gets very pally with the two Laurens. Mario eventually sees the text that Lucy sent to Jessica proving that something happened between her and Mark when Lucy tells Mario she can't remember what happened he leaves her and they break up.

After the fight between Lauren and Sam, Mark decides its not fair to the women in his life that he stays around Essex and tells his parents that he is going to move on. In an emotional scene with Arg, Mark says he will miss his best friend but it seems that Arg and Lydia are back on track claiming they will never break-up. Mark makes his final Essex appearance at a Fireworks Night Party in which he tells Lauren that he will always love her but he's not in love with her any more. At the same party Joey and Jessica surprise everyone by kissing on the dancefloor. Lucy gets up to speak in front of everyone and addresses Mario telling him she knows she did wrong but she wants a second chance he tells her that he still loves her and they can work through things. Mark asks Sam if they can have a proper relationship if she leaves with him but she can't see them being anything more than close friends and tells him she doesn't want any more. The series ends with Mark looking around the club at all his friends, foes and family before giving Arg a hug and walking off into the night.

№ # Title Original airdate Duration UK viewers
26 1 "Episode 1" 25 September 2011 (2011-09-25) 45 minutes 2,102,000[53]
Jess celebrates her 26th birthday, whilst Lydia unveils her new Cake Shop to Arg. Meanwhile, Mark is feeling low after his split from Lauren and pledges to go celibate for 14 days and nights. Gemma unveils her new image to Harry and Sam, whilst Lauren Pope and Kirk have different feelings about their split. Elsewhere, Joey and Sam also confront their issues, and a group of new faces make their appearances. 
27 2 "Episode 2" 28 September 2011 (2011-09-28) 45 minutes 1,474,000[54]
Joey, Lydia and Debbie head to a car boot sale, whilst Harry and his brother Ronnie have a heart-to-heart after working on their fathers flower stall. Meanwhile, Gemma throws a singles party at the Sugar Hut and Kirk and Lauren Pope share a few feelings over a walk in the park with their dog Bozo. Mark meanwhile continues his celibacy pledge before interrupting Arg and Lydia on their dinner date after feeling lonely. Nicola meanwhile decides its time to confront Lucy about her part in Lauren and Marks break-up. 
28 3 "Episode 3" 2 October 2011 (2011-10-02) 45 minutes 1,631,000[54]
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. 
29 4 "Episode 4" 5 October 2011 (2011-10-05) 45 minutes 1,646,000[55]
Jessica prepares for her fashion show, Maria and Mick get friendly at a romantic dinner date, the twins model for Jessica, Lucy shows off her curves, and Mario and Mark lock horns. 
30 5 "Episode 5" 9 October 2011 (2011-10-09) 45 minutes 1,869,000[55]
The aftermath of Maria and Mick's romantic date, Sam and Billie arrange a girls night in and Lydia and Arg have a double date with Mario and Lucy that ends in some confrontation and a shock allegation from Mark. 
31 6 "Episode 6" 12 October 2011 (2011-10-12) 45 minutes 1,576,000[56]
Lucy and Mario discuss the future of their relationship, Arg and Lydia's relationship is under threat again, Chloe considers more surgery, Georgio and Dino try to cheer Gemma up with a Greek night... and Lydia finally confronts Mark. 
32 7 "Episode 7" 16 October 2011 (2011-10-16) 45 minutes 1,686,000[56]
Chloe consults a plastic surgeon about her bum implants, as well as visiting Joey's new pool-pad, and Kirk holds a karaoke night at Sugar Hut. Plus, Lydia has another argument with Arg about Mark and Gemma teaches Harry how to drive. The episode ends with a cliffhanger though - who received the text from Mark asking them to meet him in his car outside the Sugar Hut? 
33 8 "Episode 8" 19 October 2011 (2011-10-19) 45 minutes 1,676,000[57]
Mark, Sam, Lydia and Arg go on a skiing double date, where Lydia and Mark make up and Sam and Mark discuss their relationship. At the same time Joey hosts an animal themed pool party, where he finds out about Sam and Mark for the first time from Lauren. 
34 9 "Episode 9" 23 October 2011 (2011-10-23) 45 minutes 1,749,000[57]
Lydia finally opens her shop with a 1940's themed party. Kirk and Joey, or Jirk as they are calling themselves, take Billi and Cara out bowling for a double date. Lucy meets Mario's family for a big dinner and invites Lydia, Arg and Debbie. Mark takes Sam out for a proper date at a fancy restaurant. 
35 10 "Episode 10" 26 October 2011 (2011-10-26) 45 minutes 1,680,000[58]
Lauren isn't happy about Sam and Mark's relationship and has an awkard encounter with Mark's mum where she learns Sam has been invited to a family meal with Mark's family. Lucy talks to Peri about the rumours regarding Mario's opinion of her and their relationship. Some of the gang go salsa dancing, where Gemma hints at a possible attraction to Arg. Sam and Billie get attacked by a gang of girls. 
36 11 "Episode 11" 30 October 2011 (2011-10-30) 45 minutes 1,739,000[58]
After their conversation at salsa Gemma and Arg go to boot camp, when Mark finds out he and Jessica decide to come too as moral support. Lucy confesses to Mario about going through his phone and as a result decides to give him a Hall Pass, which he spends on a lads night out with Joey, Kirk, Mick and the boys. 
37 12 "Episode 12" 2 November 2011 (2011-11-02) 45 minutes 1,910,000[59]
Everyone gets in the Halloween spirit - Nanny Pat goes trick-or-treating, and Sam and Billie host an action-packed party. Mario's night of freedom backfires for Lucy. 
38 13 "Episode 13" 6 November 2011 (2011-11-06) 45 minutes 1,853,000[59]
Mario finally gets the truth out of Lucy about her night with Mark in Marbella, and Lauren causes a scene at Chloe's 30th birthday party by yelling at Mark and Sam. 
39 14 "Episode 14" 9 November 2011 (2011-11-09) 45 minutes 2,225,000
It's Bonfire Night and the last farewell for one person in Essex. Lauren G makes her feelings clear about previous events to fellow Lauren. Mark and Arg share a tanning session and Joey later helps Arg to change his image, but Arg isn't so sure that Joey's style suits him. Gemma continues to flirt with the twins and Mark tells his parents he needs to leave Essex for a while. At the Bonfire party, Mario confides in Lauren G after his breakup with Lucy, and Mark and Arg share an emotional talk. Lydia and Debbie convince Mario that Lucy made a mistake, but its not long before Lucy takes to the stage to apologize. Mario tells Lucy it will take a long time for him to forgive her, but they will work through it together. Mark arrives at the party and him and Lauren decide to move on and stay friends in the future and Lydia tells Arg she loves him for who he is. Mark issues an ultimatum to Sam, but she doesn't feel ready for a relationship with him. As the party is in full swing, Mark tearfully stands on the stairs and looks around to his friends. In the closing moments Jessica kisses Joey, much to the shock of Mark and the rest of the cast. As Lauren and Sam look up to a tearful Mark, he walks down the stairs to embrace Arg and walks away from the party. 

Christmas Special (2011)

The Only Way Is Essex returned for a Christmas Special on 20 December, 2011.[60]

№ # Title Original airdate Duration UK viewers
40 2 "The Only Way Is EsseXmas" December 20, 2011 (2011-12-20) 60 minutes N/A
Jess and Joey are still reeling from the kiss and decide to go on a date and pursue a relationship much to Sam's disappointment. Arg throws a regal birthday party and asks Lydia to start looking for a place for them to move in. Mario, Joey, Chloe and the two Laurens take a trip to Santa's homeland, Lapland. 

Series 4 (2012)

The Only Way Is Essex will return in 2012 for a fourth series.[61]

Specials

The Only Way Is Essex is filmed only a few days in advance of airing.[62] Filming began in late September/early October, in the town of Brentwood, Essex, where cast member Kirk Norcross' father's bar, The Sugar Hut is located.[63][64] Filming also takes place at Belles & Beaus and Pet Couture,[63] Queens Road in Buckhurst Hill,[63] and The Manor House nightclub in Woodford Bridge.[63] The cast members also visit Faces nightclub in Gants Hill, Greater London, as well as Deuces Bar and the King William IV pub in Chigwell.[65] Series 1 saw Mark Wright open Deuces Bar & Lounge in Chigwell Road.[63]

Ahead of series 2, it was reported that the cast wanted to be paid for starring in the show.[66] The cast were not paid a wage during the first series, but after "having a stand-off with producers and threatening to quit", they agreed to settle on an appearance fee.[67] It turned out the cast are only making 32p more than the National Minimum wage hourly rate of £5.93, earning approximately £50 for a day's work.[68]

# Title Original airdate Duration UK viewers
1 "Totally Vajazzled" 8 December 2010 (2010-12-08) 60 minutes N/A
The best bits of the first series also with previously unseen footage.[69] 
2 "Ghosthunting with... The Only Way Is Essex" 14 September 2011 (2011-09-14) 90 minutes 593,000[70]
It was announced on 31 August 2011 that some of the cast from The Only Way Is Essex will join Yvette Fielding in a revived version of the series exploring Essex's Coalhouse Fort, Joining Yvette are Harry Derbridge, Sam Faiers, Joey Essex, Amy Childs, Mark Wright and James "Arg" Argent. 
3 "TOWIE: Reem All About It" 21 September 2011 (2011-09-21)[71] 60 minutes 683,000
A special look back at Series 1 and Series 2 of The Only Way Is Essex, including interviews with the cast who explain the show's impact on their lives and its impact on the viewing public. 

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