Hollyoaks previews Christmas 2023 and New Year storylines in 41 new spoiler pictures
Coming up on Hollyoaks, the village bands together to support a struggling Darren Osborne over the Christmas season.
Elsewhere, Mercedes McQueen returns amid a health crisis for Nana, while Leah Barnes is rejected by Dillon Ray.
Our 41-picture gallery offers a sneak peek at what's in store. All dates refer to the early release days on Channel 4 streaming – as there's a Christmas box set once again this year where multiple episodes drop on one day, we've included episode numbers for ease of reference.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): It's Christmas in the village
Tony dresses up as Santa.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Tony and Diane get into the Christmas spirit
They raise a glass upstairs at The Dog.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Tony's day is interrupted
He receives a panicked call from Darren.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Tony springs into action
Darren is worried that Norma could take his house away after the tough contract he previously signed with her.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Tony has an idea
He starts a community fund for Darren, wanting to help him pay back Norma.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Darren is touched
Everyone comes together to support him.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): The money comes pouring in
Will it be enough?
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Scott and Beau celebrate Christmas
They're part of the festive event at the pub.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): James and Ste turn up
James is distracted, but Ste assumes that it's because he's struggling without Juliet.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Ste is in a good mood
He's still unaware of James' recent abuse of Lucas.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Joel, Leela and Leah are at The Dog
Leela recently told Joel that she's pregnant.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Warren is going through a tough time
Mercedes is still away from the village.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Nana struggles at Christmas
She's missing Mercedes.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Nana fears the worst
Although the McQueens know that Mercedes is safe, Nana fears that she'll never come home.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Nana confides in Goldie
They talk about the family's current crisis.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Nana and Goldie comfort each other
McQueens united.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Goldie and Nana at Christmas
Can their day turn around for the better?
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Nana visits Warren
She blames him for Mercedes' disappearance.
Thursday, December 21 (6273): Nana risks the wrath of Warren
Will things get out of hand?
Friday, December 22 (6275): Mercedes is back in the village
This comes amid a health crisis for Nana.
Friday, December 22 (6275): Everyone is worried about Nana
She was found unresponsive by Warren.
Friday, December 22 (6275): Mercedes and Felix wait for news
Will they get a chance to talk about their relationship?
Friday, December 22 (6275): Warren keeps a close eye on Mercedes
Before the day is over, he overhears Mercedes talking about her pregnancy at Nana's hospital bedside.
Friday, December 22 (6277): It's New Year's Eve in the village
Tony hosts a party at The Dog.
Friday, December 22 (6277): Tony and Diane serve behind the bar
It's sure to be a night of busy takings.
Friday, December 22 (6277): Darren is also on duty
He seems in better spirits after his crisis over Christmas.
Friday, December 22 (6277): Darren is grateful to Tony
Tony is a true friend.
Friday, December 22 (6277): Jack and Pearl arrive
They're ready to enjoy the party.
Friday, December 22 (6277): Jack and Pearl wait to be served
It's busy at the pub.
Friday, December 22 (6277): Pearl checks in with Darren
She makes sure that he's okay.
Friday, December 22 (6277): The teens have their own party
There's an unauthorised New Year's Eve event at the youth club, as Vicky took the keys from Scott.
Friday, December 22 (6277): Vicky is surprised
Andre has arrived.
Friday, December 22 (6277): Vicky hadn't expected to see her brother
Andre has befriended Dillon.
Friday, December 22 (6277): Dillon speaks to Leah
Leah has been flirting with Dillon.
Friday, December 22 (6277): Leah thinks she's in with a chance
She has been admiring Dillon for weeks.
Friday, December 22 (6277): Leah is in for a disappointment
Dillon insists that he doesn't fancy her.
Friday, December 22 (6278): Sienna and Rafe spend time together
They're looking ahead to their wedding.
Friday, December 22 (6278): Sienna is oblivious to Rafe's scheming
She still hasn't realised that he's conning her.
Friday, December 22 (6278): Dillon and Vicky hug Andre
Andre is settling into the village.
Friday, December 22 (6278): Andre is quickly winning everyone over
Dillon and Andre have become fast friends.
Friday, December 22 (6278): Andre could become embroiled in drama
Vicky suspects that Leah is using Andre after being rejected by Dillon.
You Might Also Like