A two-hander is a term for a play, film, or television programme with only two main characters.[1] The two characters in question often display differences in social standing or experiences, differences that are explored and possibly overcome as the story unfolds.[2][3] Instances of two-handers may include theatre, film, television episodes, television series, and radio.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic causing a temporary shutdown of production, Emmerdale filmed five two-hander episodes featuring the characters during lockdown, with original storylines resuming once production restarted. These episodes aired on: 8 June 2020 (episode 8800A) featuring Sam and Lydia Dingle, 10 June 2020 (episode 8800B) featuring Cain and Aaron Dingle, 15 June 2020 (episode 8800D) featuring Vinny and Mandy Dingle, 17 June 2020 (episode 8800C) featuring Jimmy and Nicola King and 22 June 2020 (episode 8800E) featuring Chas Dingle and Paddy Kirk, .
Miranda: "Just Act Normal" (Series 2, Episode 5), featuring Miranda and Penny in a therapy session following an unfortunate incident involving ice cream, a policeman, a teacher and their 30 pupils
