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This is a list of episodes from the British television series Benidorm.
| Series | Episodes | Originally aired | Series average (in millions) | ||
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| 1 | 6 | 1 February 2007 | 8 March 2007 | 4.43 | |
| 2 | 8 | 28 March 2008 | 16 May 2008 | 5.98 | |
| Special | 31 May 2009 | 5.23 | |||
| 3 | 6 | 2 October 2009 | 6 November 2009 | 6.52 | |
| Special | 26 December 2010 | 7.41 | |||
| 4 | 6 | 25 February 2011 | 8 April 2011 | 7.77 | |
| 5 | 7 | 24 February 2012 | 6 April 2012 | 7.06 | |
| 6 | 7 | 2 January 2014 | 13 February 2014 | 6.76 | |
| 7 | 7 | 2 January 2015 | 13 February 2015 | 5.60 | |
| 8 | 7 | 11 January 2016 | 22 February 2016 | 5.32 | |
| 9 | 9 | 1 March 2017 | 3 May 2017 | 4.78 | |
| 10 | 9 | 28 February 2018 | 2 May 2018 | 4.98 | |
Series 1 (2007)
| No. overall | Episode | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) | |
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| 1 | "Episode 01: Hello Benidorm" | Kevin Allen | Derren Litten | 1 February 2007 | 5.86 | |
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A group of holidaymakers arrive and strive at the Solana resort in Benidorm. They all come from very different backgrounds and include Mateo, a staff member who loves girls, Janey the Solana hotel manager, Scottish swingers Donald and Jacqueline, the wimpy Martin and his snobbish, miserable wife Kate, Geoff Maltby and his mum, Noreen, and the Garvey family, consisting of dad Mick, mum Janice, loud-mouthed chain smoking Madge and two children, Michael and Chantelle, who is hiding a big secret. First appearance of Jake Canuso as Mateo Castellanos, Siobhan Finneran as Janice Garvey, Steve Pemberton as Mick Garvey, Sheila Reid as Madge Harvey, Oliver Stokes as Michael Garvey, Hannah Hobley as Chantelle Garvey, Crissy Rock as Janey York, Hugh Sachs as Gavin Ramsbottom, Paul Bazely as Troy Ramsbottom, Kenny Ireland as Donald Stewart, Janine Duvitski as Jacqueline Stewart, Nicholas Burns as Martin Weedon, Abigail Cruttenden as Kate Weedon, Johnny Vegas as Geoff Maltby and Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby. | ||||||
| 2 | "Episode 02: The Day Trip" | Kevin Allen | Derren Litten | 8 February 2007 | 4.86 | |
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The Garvey family is calming down after discovering Chantelle's secret pregnancy. However, Madge is quick to stir up trouble. Meanwhile, Martin tries to cheer Kate up with a trip into Benidorm itself, with disastrous results when they encounter the legendary "Sticky Vicky", and Geoff is attempting to break a world record for holding his breath underwater. | ||||||
| 3 | "Episode 03: Busy Boy" | Kevin Allen | Derren Litten | 15 February 2007 | 3.88 | |
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Kelly, who works at The Solana, has just got engaged to womanising barman Mateo, leaving Donald and Jacqueline worried. But Mateo seems more interested in Kate, and the pair soon end up having a passionate encounter, but will Martin discover his wife's betrayal? Meanwhile, Chantelle's pregnancy ends up pushing her and Janice closer together, whilst Geoff and Noreen sing a duet at the karaoke bar. Guest starring Niky Wardley | ||||||
| 4 | "Episode 04: A Civilised Couple" | Kevin Allen | Derren Litten | 22 February 2007 | 4.02 | |
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Madge is tricked into believing that Donald and Jacqueline are a sociable couple. They mistake Madge for a swinger and things get out of hand. Meanwhile, Martin is upbeat now that his marriage seems to be back on track, but Kate feels guilty after her encounter with Mateo. Elsewhere, Janice becomes jealous of Suzie, a geordie girl who seems to have hit it off with Mick, whilst Mateo seduces another holidaymaker, Troy. | ||||||
| 5 | "Episode 05: The Return Of The Oracle" | Kevin Allen | Derren Litten | 1 March 2007 | 3.85 | |
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It's quiz night at The Solana, and the Oracle (Geoff) believes that this is his big moment. However, after he loses to the Garveys by one point, Geoff is so angry that he reveals shocking secrets that could tear lives apart. Meanwhile, Donald tries to save Gavin and Troy's relationship after Troy's shocking betrayal with Mateo (revealed by Geoff), whilst Kate confides in Madge about the problems in her marriage. | ||||||
| 6 | "Episode 06 (Finale): The Beach" | Kevin Allen | Derren Litten | 8 March 2007 | 4.13 | |
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After the Garveys win their €100 prize from the previous night's quiz, they decide to go to the beach – Madge has invited Donald and Jacqueline, much to the disapproval of miserly Mick. Later back at the Solana, Kate is traumatised after picking up faeces in the swimming pool. Meanwhile, a con artist tries her luck with the holidaymakers and the Garveys find themselves in trouble when Mick's past comes back to haunt him. | ||||||
Series 2 (2008)
| No. overall | Episode | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) [1] | |
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| 7 | "Episode 01: In The Deep End" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 28 March 2008 | 7.14 | |
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The Garveys and the rest of the holidaymakers return for another week in Benidorm – with a few new members of the family. These include Madge's new boyfriend Mel (whom she has only known for a few weeks and is a "successful businessman with 5 sunbed shops in Manchester"), and Chantelle's baby son Coolio. Martin and Kate escape the horrors of their last holiday by staying in Altea, but a problem with the room leads to Kate facing her worst nightmare. Later, a diving competition between Mel and Geoff turns into a tragic life-threatening incident. First appearance of Geoffrey Hutchings as Mel. | ||||||
| 8 | "Episode 02: The Babysitters" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 4 April 2008 | 6.05 | |
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Chantelle asks Martin and Kate to babysit Coolio for the night, which ends in him taking a liking to Martin. Mel's recovery from the diving accident might not have helped his singing voice when his karaoke at Neptune's goes sour. After the singing, Mel proposes to Madge – and tries to do it romantically, but fails due to his bad back. | ||||||
| 9 | "Episode 03: The Arm-Wrestling Competition" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 11 April 2008 | 5.59 | |
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Madge and Janice's mother-and-daughter relationship turns sour when she tries to persuade Madge not to marry Mel. Meanwhile, Geoff and his mum Noreen organise their own arm-wrestling competition, with Mick being beaten by Jacqueline due to her "strong wrists". Janey York is absent from this episode but is credited despite not appearing | ||||||
| 10 | "Episode 04: The Bullfight" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 18 April 2008 | 6.29 | |
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The holidaymakers are up for a coach trip to see a free bullfight, but Madge has terrible diarrhoea – making them late by stopping all the time. Just as the holidaymakers think things can't possibly get any worse, Janey tries to flog €200 electric juicers. Unfortunately, she has to sell at least one juicer or the holidaymakers are not allowed to watch the fight. To stop the fuss, Mel agrees to buy one – only to hear of the price. Just after, the holidaymakers go to see the bullfight, it doesn't go as planned – it turns out the bull is replaced by a dog with fake horns, and Mateo is the bullfighter. During the bullfight, the electric juicer that Mel purchased blows up. To everyone's shock, Kate announces he is dead – until he wakes up, scaring everybody. Meanwhile at the Solana, Geoff and Chantelle decide not to see the bullfight, and instead have a few burgers on the poolside with each other and baby Coolio. | ||||||
| 11 | "Episode 05: The Mother Of The Ex" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 25 April 2008 | 5.70 | |
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Ex-hotel worker Kelly is back, this time with her cockney mother, Sylvia. As Sylvia's mobility scooter stops working, Mel offers to fix it, but Michael and Chantelle think he is kissing her. Madge then finds out about the incident, not knowing it was a misunderstanding – and begins a poolside showdown with her. Return of Niky Wardley as Kelly Guest starring Wendy Richard | ||||||
| 12 | "Episode 06: Second Thoughts" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 2 May 2008 | 5.21 | |
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In a last-ditch effort, Mick and Janice both try to persuade Madge not to get married. Meanwhile, Mick has upset Janice by forgetting it's their 10th wedding anniversary. Janice tries her best to give him hints, but he is still not aware of the occasion. That morning, Janice goes to a local bar for a drink with Madge, and finds out the young owner, Jack, has a crush on her. As Janice forgot her money, Jack tells Janice she can pay him with a kiss. As her mother leaves, she secretly snogs Jack – but she soon realises her mistake, as he quickly becomes obsessed with her. Later that night in Neptune's, Janice cries and opens up to Mick, finally revealing that it was their anniversary, but still keeping the secret of kissing Jack. Last Appearance of Niky Wardley as Kelly Guest starring Elliott Jordan | ||||||
| 13 | "Episode 07: The Anniversary" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 9 May 2008 | 5.57 | |
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Things turn serious for Martin – not only has Kate taken all her luggage and disappeared, but Gavin's mum, Dorothy, uses him as a target for warding off Mateo. Meanwhile, Gavin spends some quality time with his mum, but is upset when she leaves after just one day. Guest starring Margi Clarke | ||||||
| 14 | "Episode 08 (Finale): The Wedding" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 16 May 2008 | 6.32 | |
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It's the wedding day, but Mel and Madge's night before is ruined, after they discover they are on a very inappropriate beach. However as the wedding goes on, interruptions from Jack, Janice's stalker, as well as Martin, and a final disastrous accident ends the ceremony altogether and leaves Mel in hospital. | ||||||
Summer Special (2009)
| No. overall | Episode | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) [1] | |
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| 15 | "The Special" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 31 May 2009 | 5.23 | |
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The wedding continues, but what is supposed to be the most memorable day of Mel and Madge's lives doesn't go to plan. Janice's stalker, Jack, interrupts the ceremony asking Janice for "one last kiss." Kate breaks the news to Martin that she is pregnant – but is the doctor right? Just as Madge and Mel are saying their vows, Geoff's parachute spins out of control, wiping out a German family and kicking Mel in the head. When Mel awakes, he has lost his memory. Taking Donald's suggestions, Mick punches Mel in the head (trying to get his memory back), but that just causes him to faint again. Mel is taken away in an ambulance and Mick is taken away in a police car. As the guests head back to the Solana, Madge and Janice get a lift from a Spanish man (who turns out to be a murderer with drugs and a gun) to the police station and hospital, but instead takes them to a cliff and threatens to kill them if they don't stay in his car. They both are then taken back to the Solana, and they, Mick, Mateo, Donald, Troy and Gavin are held hostage. He takes them to the rooftop and threatens to throw them off the roof. Mel turns up in a helicopter, knocking the murderer unconscious with a bat, and kisses Madge, finally getting back his memory. To apologise, the Solana offers the guests a free 1-week holiday for the following year. Last appearance of Abigail Cruttenden as Kate Weedon. Guest starring Elliott Jordan and Christopher Sciueref | ||||||
Series 3 (2009)
| No. overall | Episode | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) [1] | |
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| 16 | "Episode 01: Back In Bennie" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 2 October 2009 | 6.50 | |
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The holidaymakers are back after being offered a free holiday, due to the tragic events on the rooftop. Mel, Madge's husband, has set up a mobility shop on the promenade, with a special grand opening ahead, and ropes Mick into helping promote it. Martin returns, but this time without Kate – as they have separated. Instead, Brandy (a young, blonde girl from Liverpool) joins him. Later at the grand opening, Martin is shocked to see a face from the past. Due to the amount of electric wires, the mobility shop goes up in flames and burns down after just one day of being open. First Appearance of Sheridan Smith as Brandy. Guest starring Sticky Vicky | ||||||
| 17 | "Episode 02: The Waterfalls Of Algar" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 9 October 2009 | 6.17 | |
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The holidaymakers take a trip to the waterfalls of Callosa, where Mick starts a war with the rest of his family. To stop the fuss, he disappears, worrying Janice. But, he returns with a special surprise. Geoff decides not go on the trip, because he is too busy chatting on a dating site. It turns out the girl he is dating is a transvestite. First Appearance of Tim Healy as Les/Lesley Conroy Guest starring Shaun Foster-Conley | ||||||
| 18 | "Episode 03: Blind Date" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 16 October 2009 | 6.38 | |
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Geoff takes the next step in his love life, while Brandy seduces Mateo, unbeknownst to Martin. Meanwhile, the Garveys take a sickly boat ride to Peacock Island. Mel tries his best to find the owner of the island, filled with more of his business ideas, but it turns out the island is just a nature reserve. Last Appearance of Tim Healy as Les/Lesley Conroy Guest starring Shaun Foster-Conley | ||||||
| 19 | "Episode 04: The Long-Lost Daughter" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 23 October 2009 | 6.68 | |
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One of Madge's daughters, Valda, stays at the Solana with her young Indian husband, Vikram. A scammer called Gary enters, who Brandy is already dating. It turns out Brandy is a scammer as well, and they both hatch a plan – to burgle the Solana. Last appearance of Sheridan Smith as Brandy. Guest starring Robin Askwith | ||||||
| 20 | "Episode 05: A Helping Hand" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 30 October 2009 | 6.61 | |
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The Garveys take a trip to the Benidorm Palace, whilst Gavin has suspicions that Troy is cheating on him. Meanwhile, Martin's mum (Diana) and ex-wife (Kate) make a surprise visit to Benidorm, to bail him out. Return of Abigail Cruttenden as Kate Weedon. Guest starring Una Stubbs | ||||||
| 21 | "Episode 06 (Finale): A New Business" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 6 November 2009 | 6.80 | |
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Madge & Mel have their hearts set on a new business venture in Benidorm. As feelings between Geoff and Chantelle run high, Martin has one last chance to persuade Kate to re-build their relationship. Meanwhile, an old friend of Donald, Wink McAndrew, arrives at the Solana and causes trouble with his sense of humour. Later that night whilst singing "I'm Gonna Be (500 Miles)", Wink is electrocuted and killed during karaoke after touching the microphone with his homemade "electric handshake" joke toy still attached to his hand. Last appearance of Paul Bazely as Troy Ramsbottom, Geoffrey Hutchings as Mel Harvey, Johnny Vegas as Geoff Maltby, Hannah Hobley as Chantelle Garvey, Nicholas Burns as Martin Weedon and Abigail Cruttenden as Kate Weedon. Guest starring Shaun Foster-Conley and Stuart McGugan | ||||||
Christmas Special (2010)
| No. overall | Episode | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) [1] | |
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| 22 | "Christmas in Benidorm" | John Henderson | Derren Litten | 26 December 2010 | 7.41[nb 1] | |
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The Garveys arrive at Benidorm to spend Christmas with Madge at her luxurious villa, bringing Sammy without his family, whilst Les/Leslie has been hired by Madge to track down the special guest for the Benidorm Palace's Christmas show, Su Pollard. Meanwhile, Noreen has returned to stay at the Solana but this time with a gentleman called Clive, who claims he was an old friend of Noreen's late husband, and Donald and Jacqueline have brought all members of the Middlesbrough Swingers Association to stay with them at the Solana. Mel lies to the Garveys that he was working in Morocco, but it turns out he was in hospital in a critical condition. Whilst at the Benidorm Palace Christmas Show, the Garveys receive a heartbreaking phone call when the nurse who spoke to Mick confirms that Mel is dead.* Absent: Hugh Sachs as Gavin Ramsbottom. Return of Tim Healy as Les/Lesley Conroy. Guest starring Su Pollard, Brian Murphy, Louie Spence, Asa Elliott and Roy Wood | ||||||
Series 4 (2011)
| No. overall | Episode | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) [1] | |
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| 23 | "Back in Sunny Beni" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 25 February 2011 | 8.61[nb 2] | |
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The Garveys are back in Benidorm to discover that Madge has mysteriously disappeared with her villa sold to Cilla Black and the Benidorm Palace also sold off. Meanwhile, Les/Lesley has got a new job as a barman at the Solana, much to Mateo's disapproval. Liam (Les's son) has a crush on new holidaymaker Natalie, who is accompanied by her close friend Sam. Kenneth, an employee at Troy & Gavin's salon, has joined Gavin, taking Troy's place whilst he is back in the UK tending to his critically ill long-lost father. First appearance of Tony Maudsley as Kenneth Du Beke, Adam Gillen as Liam Conroy, Shelley Longworth as Sam Wood and Kathryn Drysdale as Natalie Jones. Absent: Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby. Guest starring Cilla Black, Neil Fitzmaurice and Denise Welch | ||||||
| 24 | "Saudi Arabian Bashir" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 4 March 2011 | 8.11[nb 3] | |
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Regular holidaymaker Noreen returns, instead with her alcoholic daughter Pauline, who has just gone through a divorce with her Saudi Arabian husband Bashir. Later, they join the Garveys on a trip to the aqua park, but Mick has a strange encounter with Pauline. Meanwhile, Madge goes for a new makeover, whilst Natalie, Sam and Liam go out to a club. First appearance of Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby. | ||||||
| 25 | "Gamblers Anonymous" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 11 March 2011 | 7.43[nb 4] | |
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Mel's €6,000 debt has been bought by Mr Pink's mafia, which leads to a showdown between him and Madge at the go-kart racetrack. Back at the Solana, Donald is taken to hospital during Mateo's "water areobics session" after falling ill in the pool, which puts Mateo's job under threat. On the following night, to the Garveys shock, Mr Pink gives Madge €3000 after she wins the go-kart race. Guest starring Melvyn Hayes and Shaun Foster-Conley | ||||||
| 26 | "So Far in Benidorm is Thunderous Rain" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 25 March 2011 | 7.41[nb 5] | |
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A freak thunderstorm hits Benidorm, leaving most of the apartments in the Solana flooded and wrecked. Meanwhile, emotions run high for Janice when Johnny Neptune, an old flame, appears at the Solana. Gavin and Kenneth are in for a shock from Donald and Jacqueline, whilst Michael is in love. Guest starring Ian Reddington and Shaun Foster-Conley | ||||||
| 27 | "Bananarama's Performance" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 1 April 2011 | 7.24[nb 6] | |
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It's "80s night" at the Solana, featuring a performance from Bananarama. Madge is tipped about a pub in Benidorm that needs buying. Meanwhile, Les/Leslie asks Mateo a big favour, which could possibly ruin his reputation. Gavin & Kenneth go on an outing to a museum, but does their little trip to the cove beach nearby go quite as planned? Back at the Solana, the bar staff are refusing to serve Pauline alcoholic drinks, and it is the conclusion of Liam's quest to woo Natalie. Guest starring Bananarama and Neil Fitzmaurice | ||||||
| 28 | "Benidorm's For Sale" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 8 April 2011 | 7.82[nb 7] | |
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Madge's deal of buying the pub she was tipped about is complete, with the possibility of the Garveys staying in Benidorm permanently. Meanwhile, Jacqueline receives some devastating news, and Natalie is in for a shock when the truth about Mateo's private life is revealed. Last appearance of Crissy Rock as Janey York, Kathryn Drysdale as Natalie Jones and Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby. One-episode return of Paul Bazely as Troy Ramsbottom. Guest starring Neil Fitzmaurice and Michael Fenton Stevens | ||||||
Series 5 (2012)
| No. overall | Episode | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) | |||||||
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| 29 | "Keeping Control" | John Henderson | Derren Litten | 24 February 2012 | 7.72[nb 8] | |||||||
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Chaos reigns at the Solana Hotel as Mateo and Les find it hard to keep control. Les/Leslie's son Liam is now working as the hotel's caretaker. Meanwhile, some Solana guests (including Gavin and Noreen) are not happy after learning their luggage has been mysteriously lost on the coach. Back at the pool bar, Spanish barman Mateo ends up teaching Liam the art of chatting up pretty women. Kenneth and Gavin comfort lately widowed Jacqueline, but get a nasty shock when they think they have seen the ghost of Donald. Joyce Temple-Savage (Sherrie Hewson), the new manager of the hotel, secretly watches everything that is going on, as she is determined she can earn the Solana a 4-star rating. Wild holidaymaker Sam is back, this time with a new Liverpudlian friend, Trudy. First appearance of Sherrie Hewson as Joyce Temple-Savage and Michelle Butterly as Trudy. Absent: Steve Pemberton as Mick Garvey. Note: The reason why Mick is absent in this episode is because he has to deal with Mel's Sunbed Shops back in Manchester, which have caught on fire. Also, Joyce Temple-Savage is the new manager of the Solana Hotel, replacing Janey York. Guest starring Asa Elliott | ||||||||||||
| 30 | "The New Manager" | John Henderson | Derren Litten | 2 March 2012 | 7.42[nb 9] | |||||||
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New manager Joyce organises a dance competition for the guests, and everyone is eager to take part – to win a €100 voucher for Kenneth's salon. Rehearsals are supervised by her old flame Cyril Babcock (Matthew Kelly), an ageing playboy, whose impatience with the talentless contestants leads to a dance-off with Mateo. At the new Solana salon, Kenneth hires an assistant – but her minimal knowledge of hairdressing and English leads to an unfortunate accident with her first client. Kenneth also tries to cheer up Gavin, who is missing Troy. At the pool bar, Janice is shocked to see her stalker, Jack (Elliott Jordan), but he pretends not to remember her. Guest Starring Matthew Kelly and Elliott Jordan | ||||||||||||
| 31 | "Stag Do's and Stag Don'ts" | John Henderson | Steve Pemberton | 9 March 2012 | 7.56[nb 10] | |||||||
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Mick is not happy that his brother Pete is due in Benidorm with their dad for a stag party. Thinking that Troy has broken up with him, Gavin agrees to go on a date with young Spanish waiter Emilio. After Kenneth discovers that Gavin has misunderstood a text from Troy, he attempts to stop him from making a huge mistake – but is he too late? Meanwhile, Trudy comes up with an idea to try to get intimate with Mateo, but things don't go according to plan. Absent: Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby. Guest starring Shaun Dooley and David Bradley | ||||||||||||
| 32 | "Thieving Organs" | John Henderson | Neil Fitzmaurice | 16 March 2012 | 7.06[nb 11] | |||||||
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The Garveys have heard that there have been organ thieves around Benidorm, but it doesn't worry them that much. Meanwhile, Madge has been kidnapped on her way to the supermarket, which Michael witnessed – but can the Garveys save her in time? Back around the poolside, Sam bets Trudy €20 to act ladylike until midnight – no farting, swearing, burping or violence. Meanwhile, new hotel manager Joyce invites Costa Class Magazine's hotel critic and instructs Mateo to cook an authentic paella for him – but will a snag with the ingredients change the dish altogether? | ||||||||||||
| 33 | "The British Olympic Synchronised Swimming Contest" | John Henderson | Steve Pemberton | 23 March 2012 | 6.41[nb 12] | |||||||
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The British Olympic Synchronised Swimming Team are in the local area to train, and Joyce has managed to persuade them to stay at the Solana. Hazel, the team's strict coach, is not impressed by the facilities, but agrees to Joyce's idea for a gala display in the hotel pool. Liam ends up escorting the girls on a tour along the coast – but was it actually a sightseeing trip? Madge is keen on Mohammed, the son of a wealthy property developer who knew Mel – but Mick and Janice are surprised when they find out that she wants to marry him. Back on the boat, Liam is unable to persuade the young swimmers to head back to the Solana. Do they mess up the gala performance? Guest starring Siobhan Redmond | ||||||||||||
| 34 | "Mel and Mick's Wedding Disaster" | Sandy Johnson | Steve Pemberton | 30 March 2012 | 6.90[nb 13] | |||||||
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Madge is getting ready for her wedding, but after Mick and Michael find Mohammed in a sports bar and watching him in a commercial, they think that he is not quite what he seems. Joyce believes that somebody in the hotel is giving negative stories about the Solana to the local press, and she recruits Donald and Jacqueline to spy on the staff. A trick is played on Sam by Liam and Trudy, and they convince her that she had unprotected sex with Liam while she was drunk. One-episode return of Crissy Rock as Janey York. | ||||||||||||
| 35 | "Eviction and Rent" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 6 April 2012 | 6.37[nb 14] | |||||||
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Mick finally admits to his family that they are broke, with all the uninsured sunbed shops having burnt down. Joyce's eviction of Kenneth for non payment of rent backfires, when she needs him to impress the guest she believes to be the hotel assessor. Meanwhile, the British consul who convicted Donald asks for his help just as Donald's old prison enemy turns up at the Solana. Joyce makes an offer the hotel assessor cannot refuse so that the Solana can finally get its fourth star. Last appearance of Hugh Sachs as Gavin Ramsbottom, Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby, Shelley Longworth as Sam Wood and Michelle Butterly as Trudy. | ||||||||||||
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| N–A | "Benidorm's Got Talent" | Johnathan Bullen | Derren Litten | 23 March 2012 | 5.92 | |||||||
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Mick has formed a boy band, consisting of Kenneth, Mateo, Michael and Liam. He brings them to the Britain's Got Talent auditions, in which he hopes the judges will be impressed with by their performance. Guest starring Simon Cowell, Alesha Dixon, David Walliams, Carmen Electra and Ant and Dec | ||||||||||||
Series 6 (2014)
The filming of the sixth series took place between March and June 2013. The series started broadcasting on ITV from 2 January 2014 and finished on 13 February 2014. All main characters from series 5 returned except for Hugh Sachs, Elsie Kelly, Shelley Longworth and Michelle Butterly. Series 6 also saw the introduction of a new family, the Dykes. They consisted of Clive (Perry Benson) Tonya (Hannah Waddingham) Tiger (Danny Walters) and Bianca (Bel Powley). Martin also returned for 2 episodes for his friend's stag do. This is the only Series where Noreen Maltby is absent.
| No. overall | Episode | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) | |
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| 36 | "Ole Arriba Arriba ole Benidorm" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 2 January 2014 | 7.95[nb 15] | |
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The Garveys' holiday starts to go wrong at Alicante Airport when a supposed bag of Madge's tanning pills gets mistaken for drugs – and Mick gets the blame. Meanwhile, the Dyke family arrive at the Solana to start their holiday but are shocked to find out the 4-star hotel isn't what they expected. Swingers Donald and Jacqueline stage an unusual protest, after Joyce refuses to give them a room. First appearance of Perry Benson as Clive Dyke, Hannah Waddingham as Tonya Dyke and Danny Walters as Tiger Dyke. Guest starring Ken Morley, Louis Emerick and Asa Elliott | ||||||
| 37 | "Jeopardising the Hotel" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 9 January 2014 | 6.92[nb 16] | |
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Cocktail waiter Jason Gallagher (Philip Olivier) looking for work threatens to jeopardise Mateo's reputation. Michael Garvey is led astray by Tiger Dyke, and sells the Solana's all-inclusive wristbands – leading to Neptunes being completely full. Clive Dyke finds his daughter Bianca wandering through Alicante Airport in tears, whilst Mick has been released from the cells – finding out that the "drugs" were only herbal tanning pills. First appearance of Bel Powley as Bianca Dyke. Guest starring Philip Olivier and Asa Elliott | ||||||
| 38 | "Blow N Go" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 16 January 2014 | 6.42[nb 17] | |
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It's the grand reopening of Blow 'n' Go. Liam falls in love with Bianca, and Donald & Jacqueline receive sad news about their friend Big Donna. Martin Weedon arrives at the resort for what proves to be a rowdy stag do, and Madge is determined to stir things up with the Dyke family – so Janice, Mick, Tonya, Bianca and Clive all do their best to ignore her. Return of Nicholas Burns as Martin Weedon. Guest starring Asa Elliott | ||||||
| 39 | "Stag and Henny's" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 23 January 2014 | 6.44[nb 18] | |
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Following the stag weekend, best man Martin wakes up in bed next to Bianca, but there's a shock in store when she reveals her true age and he steels himself to face the music with Clive and Tonya. Meanwhile, Kenneth has a crisis at the salon, and when Joyce sets up a volleyball court by the pool, umpire Mateo bends the rules of the game so he can win a bet against Tiger and Michael. Last appearance of Nicholas Burns as Martin Weedon. Guest starring Alice Barry and Asa Elliott | ||||||
| 40 | "Joyce Temple" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 30 January 2014 | 6.15[nb 19] | |
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Donald and Jacqueline's friend Big Donna has died. Before scattering her ashes, Donald & Jacqueline are determined to give her a big send off. But with Joyce Temple-Savage on a mystery date, and Lesley in charge of the Solana, nothing goes according to plan. Guest starring Matthew Kelly, Janet Street-Porter and Asa Elliott | ||||||
| 41 | "Madge's Health Kick" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 6 February 2014 | 6.46[nb 20] | |
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Madge is absorbing some dreadful news she's received from Dr Kundu, while Kenneth decides he's going on a massive health kick. The Solana guests go head to head in a Man v. Food competition, organised by Cyril Babcock, who Joyce has now appointed as Assistant Manager. Guest starring Matthew Kelly, Elliott Jordan and Asa Elliott | ||||||
| 42 | "VIP" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 13 February 2014 | 7.01 | |
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Joyce's boss, Crystal Hennessy-Vass, arrives to inspect the 4-Star Solana. Donald and Jacqueline have a surprise guest of their own, while Mateo and Lesley are left in charge of a group of VIPs. Tiger and Michael come to blows over a girl, and their parents come to blows with each other. Last appearance of Kenny Ireland as Donald Stewart, Hannah Waddingham as Tonya Dyke and Bel Powley as Bianca Dyke. Guest starring Matthew Kelly, Joan Collins, The Krankies, Rustie Lee, Louis Emerick and Asa Elliott | ||||||
Series 7 (2015)
After the sixth series had aired, ITV confirmed that a seventh series will air in 2015. On 21 March 2014, it was announced that Elsie Kelly, Crissy Rock and Johnny Vegas would return during the series.[2] All main characters from series 6 returned except for Kenny Ireland, Hannah Waddingham and Bel Powley. Filming for the seventh series began on 24 March 2014.[2] Kenny Ireland, who played Donald, wasn't in this series. His character was written out because the actor had developed cancer. He died in July of the same year and the final episode was dedicated to him. All ratings do not include HD as it isn't available for all the episodes.[3] It was also confirmed that the Garveys will leave during series seven.[4] The seven-part seventh series began on ITV on 2 January 2015 at 9 pm and finished on 13 February 2015.[5]
| No. overall | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) [6] | ||
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| 43 | "Cashflow" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 2 January 2015 | 7.27[nb 21] | |
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The Solana staff are angry, as everyone has been given a pay cut. Tiger Dyke is angry too – his cards and cash have been stolen, so he's relying on his Dad. The Garveys are worried Madge is being stalked, while Jacqueline is holidaying without Donald: they've arranged a wife swap to mark their wedding anniversary – so she arrives with Welshman Glynn. First appearance of Alan David as Glynn Flint, Charlotte Eaton as Terri Dawson and Leslie Jordan as Buck A Roo. | ||||||
| 44 | "Buck A Roo" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 9 January 2015 | 5.41[nb 22] | |
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The Garveys meet a man called Buck A. Roo who reveals that Madge is about to inherit millions from the Collins family, making Joyce become suspicious, so she orders Lesley to investigate. Meanwhile, kenneth takes advantage of a psychic customer called Psychic Sue, and holds a séance to contact his mum – but the message he receives appears to be for Madge from Mel. Later, Lesley show the evidence to the Garveys about Buck A Roo, and this changes Madge's mind making her want to leave, so the Garveys then leave for Las Vegas. Absent: Charlotte Eaton as Terri Dawson. Last appearance of Sheila Reid as Madge Harvey, Steve Pemberton as Mick Garvey, Siobhan Finneran as Janice Garvey, Oliver Stokes as Michael Garvey and Leslie Jordan as Buck A Roo. Note: This the Last episode featuring the Garveys. Guest starring Amanda Barrie | ||||||
| 45 | "Extremely Busy Blow and Go" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 16 January 2015 | 5.45[nb 23] | |
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Joyce becomes suspicious when Blow and Go appears extremely busy, and how young its customers are looking – even an unusually fresh-faced Mateo. Joyce confronts Kenneth, who is forced to offer her free botox sessions to avoid his secret being reported to head office. Still annoyed at his dad, Tiger hides the news that Auntie Terri is on her way to the Solana resort. Return of Johnny Vegas as Geoff Maltby and Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby. | ||||||
| 46 | "Walking on Hot Coals" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 23 January 2015 | 5.47[nb 24] | |
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Liam receives a surprise visit from his mum – Les's ex, Gloria. The Oracle is hoping to impress the other guests and staff by walking barefoot across hot coals, and catches Terri's eye in the process. Guest starring Denise Black and Paul Chan | ||||||
| 47 | "The Pep Talk" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 30 January 2015 | 5.40[nb 25] | |
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Inspired by a pep-talk from Crystal, Kenneth and Liam launch a Blow and Go makeover competition. Crystal Hennessy-Vass announces that the staff budget is being cut by half – and Joyce is being replaced by Janey, her predecessor. As Geoff's Romanian fiancee Ionela arrives in Benidorm, Noreen discovers that Geoff has told her he is a successful businessman. First appearance of Alice Barlow as Annie. Return of Crissy Rock as Janey York. Guest starring Joan Collins and Milanka Brooks | ||||||
| 48 | "The Loan Shark" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 6 February 2015 | 4.79[nb 26] | |
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Jason is back but what is his connection to Janey York? Clive gets swindled out of 5,000 euros by dodgy estate agents Monty and Melanie. The Oracle and Noreen are stuck in a lift, discovering all sorts about each other. Last appearance of Crissy Rock as Janey York. Guest starring Philip Olivier, Nadia Sawalha, John Challis and Milanka Brooks | ||||||
| 49 | "A New Life with Lesley" | Sandy Johnson | Derren Litten | 13 February 2015 | 5.40[nb 27] | |
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Mateo reveals his home life is a disaster, his mother-in-law Dolores is threatening to kill him, so Lesley urges the barman to move out and start a new life. Clive, Tiger and Terri come up with a plan to retrieve Clive's 5,000 euros from dodgy property developer Monty – while Glynn's wife, Rhiannon, arrives at the Solana resort; but there's no sign of Donald. Absent: Johnny Vegas as Geoff Maltby and Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby. Last appearance of Adam Gillen as Liam Conroy, Perry Benson as Clive Dyke, Charlotte Eaton as Terri Dawson, Alan David as Glynn Flint and Alice Barlow as Annie. Guest starring Nadia Sawalha, John Challis, Amanda Barrie and Ruth Madoc Dedicated to Kenny Ireland | ||||||
Series 8 (2016)
A 7-episode eighth series was ordered on 6 February 2015. All episodes were written by Derren Litten.[7] On 26 March 2015 it was announced that Series 8 will introduce a new family, the Dawsons. Julie Graham, Steve Edge, Bobby Knutt, Josh Bolt and Honor Kneafsey had been cast as Sheron Dawson, Billy Dawson, Eddie Dawson, Rob Dawson and Jodie Dawson, respectively. Series 8 also introduced Jessica Ellerby and Nathan Bryon as Amber Platt and Joey Ellis. Filming began on 23 March 2015 and ended on 25 June 2015. It began airing on 11 January 2016 and finished on 22 February 2016.[8]
| No. overall | Episode | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) [9] | |
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| 50 | "Moving In" | Robin Shepperd | Derren Litten | 11 January 2016 | 6.82[nb 28][10] | |
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The Dawsons check-in at the Solana, Billy is worried about telling wife Sheron that his father Eddie is moving in with them when they get home. Joyce is desperate for more staff and must choose between unqualified, but outrageously flirtatious Marcus and efficient Amber. Meanwhile, Jacqueline, Kenneth and Troy scatter Donald's ashes from the cross, and Tiger arrives with new friend Joey. First appearance of Julie Graham as Sheron Dawson, Steve Edge as Billy Dawson, Bobby Knutt as Eddie Dawson, Josh Bolt as Rob Dawson, Honor Kneafsey as Jodie Dawson, Jessica Ellerby as Amber Platt and Nathan Bryon as Joey Ellis. Return of Paul Bazely as Troy Ramsbottom. Absent: Johnny Vegas as Geoff Maltby and Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby. Guest starring Robin Askwith | ||||||
| 51 | "Angry" | Robin Shepperd | Derren Litten | 18 January 2016 | 5.05[nb 29][10] | |
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Sheron is still angry with Eddie and refuses to have him sit with the family. The Solana has no qualified first aiders, but the first aid instructor cancels, so it is left to Mateo to run the course. Meanwhile, Amber catches the eye of Tiger and Joey, and Kenneth may be in line for a big inheritance following the death of Herbert, until Kenneth gets Herbert's Teeth while the money goes to Norman the Doorman. At Neptune bar, Geoff and Pauline have a round with Joyce and Joey almost strips naked for Amber, surprising Kenneth. Return of Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby. Guest starring Louis Emerick | ||||||
| 52 | "Teetotal Geoff" | Robin Shepperd | Derren Litten | 25 January 2016 | 5.09[nb 30][10] | |
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Noreen, Geoff and a now teetotal Pauline are back at the Solana, and Eddie has a big revelation for Sheron and Billy. Joyce goes to a house auction and has her eye on a villa, but she faces stiff competition from a surprise bidder. Meanwhile, Tiger and Joey get into trouble with a biker gang, and Troy makes some big changes to Blow & Go, which doesn't please Kenneth. One-episode return of Sheila Reid as Mrs Harvey. Note: This is the official final appearance of any member of the Garveys and Harveys. Guest starring Paul Chan | ||||||
| 53 | "The New ID Card System" | Robin Shepperd | Derren Litten & Gaby Hull | 1 February 2016 | 4.68[nb 31][10] | |
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The staff must roll out a new ID card system while Geoff stages an intervention to help Pauline who has fallen off the wagon. Billy and Sheron leave Eddie in charge of the kids for the day and Joyce has got an admirer. Guest starring John Challis | ||||||
| 54 | "Little Provisions" | David Sant | Derren Litten & Gaby Hull | 8 February 2016 | 6.09[nb 32][10] | |
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Tiger and Joey take on a mountain challenge with few provisions – will they make it back in one piece? Romance is in the air at the Solana but Mateo could be in trouble when a violent stranger starts making enquiries about him at the hotel. Guest starring Milanka Brooks & Angus Deayton | ||||||
| 55 | "British Fiesta" | David Sant | Derren Litten & Gaby Hull | 15 February 2016 | 4.84[nb 33][10] | |
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Benidorm is gearing up for the British fancy dress Fiesta. The boys' ingenious costumes get them in trouble with the law and Les misses Liam. Mateo scares the punters in his clown costume and Troy is harassed by an unwanted and unstable admirer... Absent: Johnny Vegas as Geoff Maltby, Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby and Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby. Guest starring Frances Barber | ||||||
| 56 | "The Pride of Benidorm Awards" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 22 February 2016 | 4.68[nb 34] | |
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The Pride of Benidorm Awards are at the Solana and sleazy compère, Sammy Valentino, is causing trouble. Jodi's acting career gets a boost and Blow & Go are awaiting a mystery new stylist. Crystal brings the house down with a special performance. Return of Adam Gillen as Liam Conroy. Absent: Johnny Vegas as Geoff Maltby, Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby and Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby. Last appearance of Jessica Ellerby as Amber Platt. Guest Starring Shane Richie, Joan Collins, Michael Fenton Stevens, John Challis and Kevin Bishop | ||||||
Series 9 (2017)
The show was renewed for a ninth series on 22 February 2016 and filming took place between 14 March 2016 and 14 July 2016. Series 9 premiered on 1 March 2017 and ended on 3 May 2017. It consisted of nine episodes, an increase on the previous series. All main cast members from series 8 returned, except for Jessica Ellerby. Shelley Longworth makes her return as Sam Wood, after her last appearance in series 5. Adam Gillen returns as a regular, following Liam's return in the series 8 finale. Tim Healy was hospitalised during filming, with Les/Lesley only appearing in the first four episodes.
| No. overall | Episode | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) [9] | |
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| 57 | "Eddie's Accident" | Robin Shepperd | Derren Litten | 1 March 2017 | 5.79 | |
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The Dawsons' holiday starts with a bang when Eddie has an accident and Sheron's fashion taste is put into question. An old inheritance puts a smile Kenneth's face. Meanwhile, Tiger and Joey are in a party mood as Sam, the new holiday rep and former guest at the Solana, takes them under her wing. First appearance of Kate Fitzgerald as Loretta Chase. Absent: Johnny Vegas as Geoff Maltby, Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby, Janine Duvitski as Jacqueline Stewart, Paul Bazely as Troy Ramsbottom and Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby. Return of Shelley Longworth as Sam Wood. Note: This is the only episode where Jacqueline Stewart is absent, making Mateo the only character from Series 1 to appear in this episode. Guest Starring Jofre Alsina, Nigel Havers and Jonathan Hawkins | ||||||
| 58 | "Conference in Barcelona" | Robin Shepperd | Derren Litten | 8 March 2017 | 4.95 | |
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Kenneth inadvertently starts up a mini-cab business whilst Joyce is asked to go to a conference in the city of Barcelona, but panics when she finds out she has to deliver a speech in Spanish. Elsewhere, Sheron's mother Loretta arrives at the Solana to join the family on holiday, and it turns out she had already made quite an impression in Benidorm the night before. Joey thinks he has managed to sign Tiger and himself up for a free trip to Ibiza, but things do not go according to plan. Absent: Johnny Vegas as Geoff Maltby, Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby, Paul Bazely as Troy Ramsbottom and Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby. Guest Starring Phil Dunster, Charlene and Jonathan Hawkins | ||||||
| 59 | "Advert Audition" | Robin Shepperd | Derren Litten & Gaby Hull | 15 March 2017 | 4.84 | |
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Joyce turns to Lesley for help when the Solana's meat supplier lets her down, while Sam offers Joey and Tiger some part-time work trying to attract custom for one of the local bars. Jodie is asked to audition for an advert back in the UK, which soon becomes a family affair for the Dawsons as they try to get it just right. Troy seems to be keeping very close tabs on Kenneth and Liam in the salon, which may have something to do with Jacqueline's arrival. Absent: Johnny Vegas as Geoff Maltby, Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby, Paul Bazely as Troy Ramsbottom and Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby. Guest Starring Aykut Hilmi, Harman Singh, Toby Williams, Paul Chan and Jonathan Hawkins | ||||||
| 60 | "Advert Shooting" | Robin Shepperd | Derren Litten & Gaby Hull | 29 March 2017 | 4.59 | |
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Loretta takes Jodie back to the UK for her advertisement shoot, but offers Rob her swanky Hotel Beltoro room in case he gets lucky. Billy and Sheron think some roleplay will spice things up in the romance department, but Eddie has his eye on the room too as he hopes to entice Jacqueline. Rob ends up a little worse for wear, but a chance meeting with a university mate ensures he doesn't go astray. Elsewhere, Kenneth and Liam have a falling out whilst Lesley and Mateo are intent on finding out what scam Sam is up to now. Last Appearance of Tim Healy as Les/Lesley Conroy Absent: Johnny Vegas as Geoff Maltby, Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby, Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby, Honor Kneafsey as Jodie Dawson and Kate Fitzgerald as Loretta Chase. Guest Starring Nicholas Boulton and George Shelley | ||||||
| 61 | "Geordie Bar" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 5 April 2017 | 4.46 | |
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Joyce asks Sir Henry to step in while she is at the conference in Barcelona, and Les has asked Neville – an old mate from the Geordie Bar – to cover for him while he is back in the UK. Can Sir Henry run a steady ship, or is it a chance for a few pranks? Sam has some free tickets for the dinosaur park and Liam has a day off, so it is the perfect opportunity for him to address his childhood fear of dinosaurs. Tiger and Joey are up for a free trip too, but end up getting roped in as the entertainment. The Maltbys are back at the Solana but there is something not quite right about Pauline – who has developed some strange eating habits. Noreen and the Oracle are determined to get to the bottom of it. First appearance of Simon Greenall as Neville Absent: Sherrie Hewson as Joyce Temple-Savage Last appearance of Honor Kneafsey as Jodie Dawson. Guest Starring Michael Fenton Stevens | ||||||
| 62 | "Profitable Trip to the Casino" | David Sant | Mark Brotherhood | 12 April 2017 | 4.72 | |
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Noreen and Geoff try to figure out the father of Pauline's unborn child – cue the Oracle's golden opportunity to hone his sleuthing skills. Billy gets some life changing advice and the staff feel the heat at the Solana Psychic convention. Joey, Rob and Tiger bank on a profitable trip to the casino. Absent: Sherrie Hewson as Joyce Temple-Savage Guest Starring Michael Fenton Stevens, Amanda Barrie and Uri Geller | ||||||
| 63 | "Alcohol Ban" | David Sant | Damon Rochefort & Mark Brotherhood | 19 April 2017 | 4.62 | |
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A ban is placed on alcohol in Benidorm due to a religious festival, but the guests are determined to ignore it, despite the staff trying their best to enforce the new rules. Meanwhile, while Joyce is away Sam sees another opportunity to make a few extra euros. Pauline's mysterious Malcolm arrives and she seems to be under his spell yet again. Guest Starring Mark Heap and Paul Chan | ||||||
| 64 | "Terrible Exam Results" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 26 April 2017 | 4.69 | |
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Concerns for Liam's well-being leads to confusion when it is feared he has joined a self-help group as terrible exam results leave Rob questioning his future. Suspicion surrounds Malcolm's identity and Kenneth is intent on an exposé. Eddie receives the news that his best friend back home has passed away, but nobody seems to be interested. Last appearance of Johnny Vegas as Geoff Maltby and Paul Bazely as Troy Ramsbottom. Return of John Challis as Monty Staines. Guest Starring Mark Heap | ||||||
| 65 | "The Benidorm Circus" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 3 May 2017 | 4.46 | |
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A disaster occurs at the Solana and when Crystal gets wind of the situation, Joyce's job is at stake. Things start to look up when Joyce secures a free trip to the Benidorm Circus, but will everything go as planned? Meanwhile, Liam has a difficult decision to make and a surprise group of guests rock up at Neptune's which may have something to do with Jacqueline. Absent: Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby, Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby Last appearance of Danny Walters as Tiger Dyke and Simon Greenall as Neville. Guest Starring Joan Collins, Jason Manford David O'Reilly, Danny Tetley and Madness | ||||||
10th Anniversary Documentary (2018)
| No. overall | Episode | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) [1] | |
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| N–A | "Benidorm: 10 Years on Holiday" | N/A | N/A | 20 February 2018 | N/A | |
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First screened in 2007 in a 30-minute format, the show has grown to be hugely popular with ITV viewers and has been BAFTA nominated and won numerous TV awards over the years including two National TV Awards. The show's creator and writer Derren Litten will guide viewers around Benidorm to reveal all about how the show was created whilst visiting the show's many real life locations. Cast (past and present) will talk about their roles on the show alongside show bloopers and exclusive behind the scenes footage of the upcoming 10th series being filmed. All the Garvey family return for the one off special – Steve Pemberton, Siobhan Finneran, Sheila Reid, Ollie Stokes and Hannah Hobley talk about their time on the show. | ||||||
Series 10 (2018)
A tenth series was commissioned. Filming began on 13 March 2017 and ended on 12 July 2017. The first episode was directed by David Sant.[11] Derren Litten will make his directorial debut in the final two episodes of the series.[12] The series began airing on 28 February 2018 on ITV at 9 pm, one week after a documentary titled Benidorm: 10 Years on Holiday. This documentary showed cast, past and present, talking about their experience on the show and includes footage of the 10th series being filmed. This documentary aired on the 20 February 2018.
All main cast members from series nine will return, except for Danny Walters, Paul Bazely, Johnny Vegas and Honor Kneafsey. Shane Richie, who last appeared in series 8, will make his return as Sammy Valentino for four episodes. John Challis will become a series regular, after making on-off appearances for the last few series as Monty Staines. Tim Healy will return full-time as transvestite Les Conroy.[13] This series will also feature an array of guest stars including children's TV comedy duo The Chuckle Brothers, legendary comedian Bobby Ball and singers Holly Johnson, Carol Decker and Tony Hadley. Plus another comic duo, Hale and Pace will star as undercover detectives investigating Lesley as well as actors Claire Sweeney as Maxine a snooty holiday rep and Nigel Havers returning as conman dentist Stanley. Young comedy star Layton Williams will also appear in the series in episode 9. Another notable appearance is that of Mark Heap, returning as "Malcolm" the oddball mystery ex of Pauline and Kenneth. [14]
| No. overall | Episode | Directed by | Written by | Original air date | UK viewers (millions) [9] | |
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| 66 | "Monty and Joyce's Wedding" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 28 February 2018 | 5.77 | |
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It's the day of Monty and Joyce's wedding, but almost from the very beginning, their happiest day seems riddled with everything going wrong in melodramatic style involving Mr Wu's banquet, Sir Henry as the very unwelcome substitute priest, seasickness and an outrageously offensive best man speech from Mateo. As the wedding is in turmoil, Kenneth steps up to the plate and risks his life to save everyone. Elsewhere, Sheron and Billy return to the Solana to enjoy their Silver Wedding anniversary, but fear that bickering Loretta and Eddie, who have for some reason also joined them for the celebrations, will not approve of Rob and his new pal Cyd when they get there. Stanley Keen returns to Blow and Go, planning to set up a dentist's practice, but has to deal with the majority shareholder, Jacqueline. Could some blindsiding ridiculously white teeth persuade the widowed swinger? Plus, acting managaress Sam is roped into Dodgy Dave's rigged raffle scam that doesn't go according to plan at all because of Dave's many crimson coloured children! Absent: Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby, Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby, Adam Gillen as Liam Conroy, Josh Bolt as Rob Dawson and Nathan Bryon as Joey Ellis. Return of Tim Healy as Les/Lesley Conroy for the second time. As well as Nigel Havers as Stanley Keen. Guest Starring Tony Hadley, Michael Fenton Stevens, Paul Chan, Michael Starke, Stuart Milligan and Flash Harry Dedicated to Bobby Knutt | ||||||
| 67 | "Lost at Sea" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 7 March 2018 | 5.89 | |
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With Eddie and Loretta awaiting their grandson's arrival, Sheron and Billy learn the terrifying truth when Rob and Cyd finally check in to the Solana. The wedding party are also back at the Solana, but Kenneth is noticeably absent from the crowd having become lost at sea. But there is happy endings all round when Kenneth emerges from the waves with a thrilling tale to tell. However, what will he think of Stanley and all his dental instruments of torture in Blow & Go? Elsewhere, dim-witted regular Joey checks in, but instead of going with Tiger, he has come with his new Irish friend Callum. First appearance of Laila Zaidi as Cyd and Julian Moore-Cook as Callum. Absent: Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby, Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby and Adam Gillen as Liam Conroy. Last appearance of Nigel Havers as Stanley keen. | ||||||
| 68 | "The Hotel's Entertainment Manager" | David Sant | Derren Litten | 14 March 2018 | 5.15 | |
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Monty has been appointed as the hotel's entertainments manager by Joyce and throws himself into work by planning a 'magical' evening that the guests won't forget any time soon, but is that for the right reasons? Meanwhile, it is looking like a day of romance for Kenneth and Callum, while the Dawson family hold their suspicions over Cyd. Also, Liam is back at the Solana and reunites with his most loved ones. Absent: Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby and Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby. Guest Starring The Chuckle Brothers, David O'Reilly, Gina Fillingham and Antonio de la Cruz | ||||||
| 69 | "Glimmer of Hope" | David Sant | Mark Brotherhood | 21 March 2018 | 5.60 | |
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When things go very downhill for Monty as he faces the furious wrath of Joyce and his job is put on the line, there is a glimmer of hope. Could the surprise return of entertainer Sammy Valentino be the key to getting Monty's job back? Meanwhile, Jacqueline's newest business venture certainly fails to impress Liam and Kenneth and there are two very suspicious men sneaking around the Solana. Elsewhere, Eddie adds to the Dawson's family troubles and Callum is seeking a professional. First appearance of Hale and Pace as Dennis and Nigel. Absent: Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby and Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby. Return of Shane Richie as Sammy Valentino. Guest Starring Carol Decker, Barry Green, Alex Childs, Jamie Noar and John-Paul Jones | ||||||
| 70 | "Lesley's Paranoia" | David Sant | Mark Brotherhood | 4 April 2018 | 5.30 | |
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As Noreen and Pauline return to the Solana, Pauline's writer's block disappears on finding her muse, as well as alcohol, and proceeds on writing an erotic novel that disgusts Noreen but intrigues Jacqueline. Monty is worried about Sammy, but how can he lose 'the fear'? and how can he get Joyce to keep him employed? Kenneth's ongoing romantic troubles with the persistent Vladimir means he needs a wife, in order to get Vladimir to go away. Will Sam oblige? Cyd's dad flies in to meet the Dawson clan, but he has a bombshell in store. Lesley's paranoia grows over Dennis and Nigel, who must go to great measures to take advantage of their free week in the Spanish sun. Guest Starring Alex Childs, Antonio de la Cruz, Gary Oliver and Neil Ross | ||||||
| 71 | "Noreen's Glamorous Twin" | Duncan Foster | Mark Brotherhood | 11 April 2018 | 4.96 | |
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Noreen senses that her more glamorous identical twin Doreen is about, while Sammy is still giddy from his comeback performance and decides to make his Neptune's debut, but there is a twist coming as his shockingly strange past catches up with him, involving a ventriloquist's dummy and an obsessive fan. Elsewhere, Rob races against time to get his beautiful Cyd back from her father, prompted by Mateo's terrible wisdom – however, Billy and Eddie can't help but get involved, because of a suggestion Eddie makes regarding Breaking Bad. Note: This episode features the debut of Doreen, played by Elsie Kelly who also plays Noreen in the series. Because there is one actress portraying two characters, Jane Hollington has joined the cast as a double for Noreen and Doreen. Absent: Tim Healy as Les/Lesley Conroy. Last appearance of Josh Bolt as Rob Dawson and Laila Zaidi as Cyd. Guest Starring Gary Oliver, Graeme Hawley, John-Paul Jones and Daniel Garcia | ||||||
| 72 | "Pauline's Novel" | Duncan Foster | Mark Brotherhood | 18 April 2018 | 4.54 | |
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After Sammy performs some disastrous acts in Neptune's, a furious Joyce wants him out. What will she think when Monty gives Sammy a contract? Meanwhile, Doreen decides to send Pauline's novel off to the publishers and Dennis and Nigel find themselves growing reluctant to arrest Lesley. With Rob and Cyd off in Paris, Billy and Sheron relive their youth together and Mateo may be facing an unwelcome trip. Elsewhere, Doreen introduces Noreen and Pauline to her boyfriend – who is revealed to be Malcolm, who has a very sinister plan in store. Last appearance of Elsie Kelly as Noreen Maltby, Selina Griffiths as Pauline Maltby, Tim Healy as Les/Lesley Conroy, Shane Richie as Sammy Valentino and Hale and Pace as Dennis and Nigel. Guest Starring Mark Heap, Danny Tetley and Rochelle Hamilton | ||||||
| 73 | "Monty Needs a New Job" | Derren Litten | Derren Litten | 25 April 2018 | 4.50 | |
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Monty is in need of a new job after being sacked by Joyce, and has to decide whether to swallow his pride and go to Sir Henry, or see if Mr Wu has a fitting position for him. Meanwhile, Loretta and Eddie make secret plans for an anniversary party for Billy and Sheron back in the UK, but it looks as if the couple are making plans of their own. Elsewhere, things are not going well for Kenneth as he wakes up in Blow & Go after a big night out, only to realise that the builders have inadvertently bricked him in. Return of Michael Fenton Stevens as Sir Henry. Guest Starring Paul Chan, John-Paul Jones and Philip Pope | ||||||
| 74 | "Airport Strike" | Derren Litten | Derren Litten | 2 May 2018 | 4.45 | |
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A strike in the airport by the baggage handlers causes panic at the Solana, and the Dawsons rush to catch their flight with Billy and Sheron's anniversary plans now in jeopardy as they may not make it back to the UK to celebrate. Meanwhile, Kenneth is on the warpath with Joyce after his accidental imprisonment the previous day, and Joyce worries about the rumours that Crystal Hennessy-Vass may be letting the Solana go. Elsewhere, Sam's old flame Angelo is in town, devastating Joey, and misunderstandings are finally resolved between Monty and Joyce. Last appearance of Jake Canuso as Mateo Castellanos, Janine Duvitski as Jacqueline Stewart, Tony Maudsley as Kenneth Du Beke, Adam Gillen as Liam Conroy, Shelley Longworth as Sam Wood, Michael Fenton Stevens as Sir Henry, Sherrie Hewson as Joyce Temple-Savage, John Challis as Monty Staines, Julie Graham as Sheron Dawson, Steve Edge as Billy Dawson, Bobby Knutt as Eddie Dawson, Nathan Bryon as Joey Ellis, Kate Fitzgerald as Loretta Chase and Julian Moore-Cook as Callum. Guest Starring Bobby Ball, James Lance, Derren Litten, Claire Sweeney, Layton Williams, John-Paul Jones, Ashley Rebanks and Holly Johnson | ||||||
| Season | Episode number | Average | |||||||||
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| 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | |||
| 1 | 5.86 | 4.86 | 3.88 | 4.02 | 3.85 | 4.13 | – | 4.43 | |||
| 2 | 7.14 | 6.05 | 5.59 | 6.29 | 5.70 | 5.21 | 5.57 | 6.32 | – | 5.98 | |
| 3 | 6.50 | 6.17 | 6.38 | 6.68 | 6.61 | 6.80 | – | 6.52 | |||
| 4 | 8.61 | 8.11 | 7.43 | 7.41 | 7.24 | 7.82 | – | 7.77 | |||
| 5 | 7.72 | 7.42 | 7.56 | 7.06 | 6.41 | 6.90 | 6.37 | – | 7.06 | ||
| 6 | 7.95 | 6.92 | 6.42 | 6.44 | 6.15 | 6.46 | 7.01 | – | 6.76 | ||
| 7 | 7.27 | 5.41 | 5.45 | 5.47 | 5.40 | 4.79 | 5.40 | – | 5.60 | ||
| 8 | 6.82 | 5.05 | 5.09 | 4.68 | 6.09 | 4.84 | 4.68 | – | 5.32 | ||
| 9 | 5.79 | 4.95 | 4.84 | 4.59 | 4.46 | 4.72 | 4.62 | 4.69 | 4.32 | 4.78 | |
| 10 | 5.77 | 5.89 | 5.15 | 5.60 | 5.09 | 4.70 | 4.36 | 4.14 | 4.13 | 4.98 | |
Benidorm : UK viewers per episode (millions)
Audience measurement performed by Broadcasters' Audience Research Board[citation needed]
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Every time you click a link to Wikipedia, Wiktionary or Wikiquote in your browser's search results, it will show the modern Wikiwand interface.
Wikiwand extension is a five stars, simple, with minimum permission required to keep your browsing private, safe and transparent.
