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The Only Way Is Essex

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2010
36 Seasons
429 Episodes
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Returning Series
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Part soap opera, part reality show, TOWIE follows the lives, loves and scandals of a group of real-life Essex guys and girls. Cameras capture the happenings at all kinds of glamorous locations as the cast meet up in nail bars, nightclubs and salons. Each episode features action filmed just a few days previously.

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Seasons

Season 1

Season 1

12 episodes2010

The first series of The Only Way Is Essex, a British semi-reality television programme, began airing on 10 October 2010 on ITV2. The series concluded on 10 November 2010 after 10 episodes. A Christmas special aired on 24 December 2010 and is included on the Series 1 DVD.

Season 2

Season 2

14 episodes2011

The second series of The Only Way Is Essex, a British semi-reality television programme, began airing on 20 March 2011 on ITV2. The series concluded on 4 May 2011 and consisted of 14 episodes. This was the final series to feature Amy Childs.

Season 3

Season 3

14 episodes2011

The third series of The Only Way Is Essex, a British semi-reality television programme, began airing on 25 September 2011 on ITV2. The series concluded on 9 November 2011 after 14 episodes. A Christmas Special aired on 20 December 2011 and is included on the Series 3 DVD. This series marked the departures original cast members Kirk Norcross, Mark Wright, Harry Derbridge and Maria Fowler.

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Season 4

10 episodes2012

The fourth series of The Only Way Is Essex, a British semi-reality television programme, began airing on 29 January 2012 on ITV2. also new characters are: Property Developer Georgina Dorsett, James ' Diags' Bennewith, Tom Kilbey and Ricky Rayment. Gemma Collins, Chloe Sims, Lauren Pope, Mario Falcone and Lucy Mecklenburgh were all promoted to the main cast from the 2011 Christmas Special, replacing Mark Wright, Kirk Norcross and Harry Derbidge. Georgio and Dino Georgiades returned for the fourth series after speculation they had been axed alongside Mick Norcross who will return for the first time without his son Kirk Norcross. The fourth series only consisted of 10 episodes concluding on 29 February. The series focused primarily on the relationships of Mario Falcone and Lucy Mecklenburgh, James "Arg" Argent and Lydia Bright, and focused greatly on newcomers Georgina Dorsett and Ricky Rayment, while continuing the format of the previous series. This was also the first series where the opening scenes changed to include silhouettes of the current characters, with the themetune playing on the background.

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Season 5

10 episodes2012

The fifth series of The Only Way Is Essex, a British semi-reality television programme, began airing on 15 April 2012 on ITV2. Lauren Goodger appeared in the first 5 episodes before being suspended from the show, she returned in episode 9. The series concluded on 27 May 2012 after 10 episodes. An hour long special following the cast in Marbella aired on 13 June.

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Season 6

10 episodes2012

The sixth series of The Only Way Is Essex, a British semi-reality television programme, began airing on 22 July 2012 on ITV2. The series concluded on 22 August 2012 after 10 episodes. This series marks the departure of original cast member Lauren Goodger, making her final appearance in the series finale. Former cast member Mark Wright, who last appeared in Series 3, made a cameo in this series eighth episode, but did not have a speaking part in the episode.

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Season 7

10 episodes2012

The seventh series of The Only Way Is Essex, a British semi-reality television programme, began airing on 30 September 2012 on ITV2. The series concluded after 10 episodes. Series 7 marked the first series not to feature original cast member Lauren Goodger, after her departure from the series in August 2012. It was confirmed that for the first time the entire cast from the previous series would all be returning. In the first episode original cast member Kirk Norcross who appeared in the first three series made a return. Tom Fletcher from the band McFly appeared in episode 4. The series concluded on 31 October and was the fourth and final series to air in 2012. It was announced on 13 November 2012 that three festive specials would air in December 2012, with one episode being broadcast live. The festive specials concluded on 19 December. On 14 December it was confirmed that Mark Wright would make a cameo appearance in the 2012 Christmas special, making it his second return to the show briefly appearing in one episode in series 6. On 19 December Lydia Bright confirmed she would be departing from the series and made her final appearance in the Christmas special. Episode 11 and the TOWIE Live episodes do not appear on the series 7 DVD for unknown reasons although the 2012 Christmas special appears.

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Season 8

12 episodes2013

The eighth series of The Only Way Is Essex, a British semi-reality television programme, began airing on 24 February 2013 on ITV2. The series consisted of 12 episodes. Series 8 marked the first series not to feature Lydia Bright, after her departure from the series in December 2012. The series also saw the departure of numerous supporting cast members and introduced new supporting cast members. On 7 March 2013, Mecklenburgh confirmed via her Twitter account that Amy and Sally Broadbent had been used by the show and had been dropped from the cast.On 8 March 2013 Mick Norcross who has appeared from the second series announced his departure from the show. This series also saw the departure of Kirk Norcross for the second time after announcing on Twitter that he had quit the show on 21 March 2013. Cast member Debbie Douglas also announced her departure from the show via Twitter on 29 March 2013.

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Season 9

12 episodes2013
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Season 10

12 episodes2013
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Season 11

12 episodes2014
12

Season 12

12 episodes2014
13

Season 13

11 episodes2014
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Season 14

13 episodes2015
15

Season 15

12 episodes2015
16

Season 16

12 episodes2015
17

Season 17

14 episodes2016
Season 18

Season 18

10 episodes2016
19

Season 19

12 episodes2016
Season 20

Season 20

18 episodes2017
21

Season 21

18 episodes2017
22

Season 22

10 episodes2018
23

Season 23

11 episodes2018
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Season 24

11 episodes2019
25

Season 25

11 episodes2019

The Only Way Is Essex is a reality series which follows some people living in Essex, including a club promoter, a would-be model, a member of a girl band and two bar workers. Each episode features action filmed just a few days previously.

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Season 26

18 episodes2020
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Season 27

11 episodes2021
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Season 28

10 episodes2021
29

Season 29

11 episodes2022
30

Season 30

10 episodes2023
31

Season 31

11 episodes2023
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Season 32

11 episodes2024
Season 33

Season 33

12 episodes2024
Season 34

Season 34

11 episodes2025
35

Season 35

13 episodes2025
36

Season 36

12 episodes2026

Episodes

Season 1

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Episode 1
E1

Episode 1

Oct 10, 20101h 0m

New series. Reality series following a group of people in Essex, including a club promoter, a would-be model, a member of a girl band and two bar workers. With each episode filmed just a few days before transmission, they will find out exactly what other people in the show are saying about them as well as discovering secrets that will affect their lives.

Episode 2
E2

Episode 2

Oct 13, 20101h 0m

The fallout from Lauren's party is revealed, Kirk's quest to win the heart of wannabe model Amy continues and club promoter Mark hosts a speed-dating event.

Episode 3
E3

Episode 3

Oct 17, 20101h 0m

Kirk hopes his plan to woo Amy will pay off, while girl group Lola pursue their dream of becoming the next Girls Aloud. Reality series following a group of people in Essex.

Episode 4
E4

Episode 4

Oct 20, 20101h 0m

Kirk hopes his date with Amy will seal their romance, Mark tries to cope with temptation and jealousy, and Lauren strives for independence. Reality series following a group of people in Essex.

Episode 5
E5

Episode 5

Oct 24, 20101h 0m

Lauren tries to get over Mark by indulging in some serious dating, and preparations get under way for Essex Fashion Week.

Episode 6
E6

Episode 6

Oct 27, 20101h 0m

The county hosts its Fashion Week, with Sam, Amy and Jessica striving to claim the title of the most glamorous girl in Essex.

Episode 7
E7

Episode 7

Oct 31, 20101h 0m

It is VIP night at the opening of Mark's new club, and he hopes everything will go smoothly. Reality series following a group of people in Essex, including a club promoter, a would-be model, a member of a girl band and two bar workers.

Episode 8
E8

Episode 8

Nov 3, 20101h 0m

Mark deals with the aftermath of the VIP night at his club, Amy's relationship with Kirk hits a rocky patch and James and Lydia try to give their romance another chance.

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About The Only Way Is Essex

Part soap opera, part reality show, TOWIE follows the lives, loves and scandals of a group of real-life Essex guys and girls. Cameras capture the happenings at all kinds of glamorous locations as the cast meet up in nail bars, nightclubs and salons. Each episode features action filmed just a few days previously. Across 36 seasons and 429 episodes, originally airing on ITV2, with status "Returning Series".

The Only Way Is Essex Cast and Characters

The cast features Denise Van Outen (as Voiceover). Their performances are a major reason The Only Way Is Essex has built such a passionate audience.

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Who is in the cast of The Only Way Is Essex?

The main cast includes Denise Van Outen.

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The Only Way Is Essex first aired in 2010.

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How many seasons and episodes does The Only Way Is Essex have?

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What is The Only Way Is Essex about?

Part soap opera, part reality show, TOWIE follows the lives, loves and scandals of a group of real-life Essex guys and girls. Cameras capture the happenings at all kinds of glamorous locations as the cast meet up in nail bars, nightclubs and salons. Each episode features action filmed just a few days previously. It belongs to the Reality genre.

In which language is The Only Way Is Essex originally available?

The Only Way Is Essex was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.

When was The Only Way Is Essex first released?

The Only Way Is Essex first premiered on October 10, 2010 (2010). The show is still ongoing with new episodes being released.

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