Episode 1

S26 E01 • Sunday, Sep 13, 2020 • Sep 13 • 1h

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.

Episode 2

S26 E02 • Wednesday, Sep 16, 2020 • Sep 16 • 1h

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.

Episode 3

S26 E03 • Sunday, Sep 20, 2020 • Sep 20 • 1h

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

Episode 4

S26 E04 • Wednesday, Sep 23, 2020 • Sep 23 • 1h

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.

Episode 5

S26 E05 • Sunday, Sep 27, 2020 • Sep 27 • 1h

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.

Episode 6

S26 E06 • Wednesday, Sep 30, 2020 • Sep 30 • 1h

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.

Episode 7

S26 E07 • Sunday, Oct 4, 2020 • Oct 4 • 1h

Episode 8

S26 E08 • Wednesday, Oct 7, 2020 • Oct 7 • 1h

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.

Episode 9

S26 E09 • Sunday, Oct 11, 2020 • Oct 11 • 1h

Episode 10

S26 E10 • Wednesday, Oct 14, 2020 • Oct 14 • 1h

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.

Episode 11

S26 E11 • Sunday, Oct 18, 2020 • Oct 18 • 1h

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.

Episode 12

S26 E12 • Wednesday, Oct 21, 2020 • Oct 21 • 1h

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.

Episode 13

S26 E13 • Sunday, Oct 25, 2020 • Oct 25 • 1h

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.

Episode 14

S26 E14 • Wednesday, Oct 28, 2020 • Oct 28 • 1h

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.

Episode 15

S26 E15 • Sunday, Nov 1, 2020 • Nov 1 • 1h

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.

Episode 16

S26 E16 • Wednesday, Nov 4, 2020 • Nov 4 • 1h

Episode 17

S26 E17 • Sunday, Nov 8, 2020 • Nov 8 • 1h

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?

Episode 18

S26 E18 • Wednesday, Nov 11, 2020 • Nov 11 • 1h

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.