The Only Way Is Essex Season 26 Episode release dates & where to watch

1. Episode 1

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.

2. Episode 2

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.

3. Episode 3

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

4. Episode 4

Brockett's claims that Harry's been flirting with her. Elsewhere, Clelia feels hurt after Bobby lashes out at her during an argument on a night out.

5. Episode 5

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

6. Episode 6

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.

7. Episode 7

8. Episode 8

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.

9. Episode 9

10. Episode 10

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.

11. Episode 11

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 just got worse.

12. Episode 12

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.

13. Episode 13

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.

14. Episode 14

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.

15. Episode 15

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.

16. Episode 16

17. Episode 17

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?

18. Episode 18 Finale

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.