Emmerdale backdrop
Soap•Drama

The Best Episodes of Emmerdale Season 26

Every episode of Emmerdale Season 26 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Emmerdale Season 26!

The lives of several families in the Yorkshire Dales revolve around a farm and the nearby village. With murders, affairs, lies, deceit, laughter and tears, it's all there in the village.

Airs on
ITV1ITV Yorkshire
BestEpisodes
WorstEpisodes
BestSeasons
AllEpisodes

Seasons55

All12345678910111213141516171819202122232425262728293031323334353637383940414243444546474849505152535455

Episode Rankings

  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 1 - Episode 2147 (Wed 1st Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #1 - Episode 2147 (Wed 1st Jan 1997)

    S26:E1

    Biff and Roy hear a scarecrow making moaning sounds and soon see that it's Butch, who has no memory of the night before, but has a pair of panties in his pocket. It's the morning after the night before for Sophie, who begins to put together that she had sex with Butch. Frank gloats to Sophie and Chris that Kim packed her bags and left. Viv shames Terry for his kiss with a young woman the night before. When she talks to Betty about it, Betty nearly reveals seeing Kelly kiss Tom before figuring out who Viv means.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  2. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 2 - Episode 2148 (Tue 2nd Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #2 - Episode 2148 (Tue 2nd Jan 1997)

    S26:E2

    As Sarah finishes preparing to leave Emmerdale Farm, Robert and Andy, who are excited about leaving, wonder where Jack is. While Marlon sleeps, Albert pockets his car keys, and soon steals his car. Mandy visits Kathy offering her support. Kathy assures Mandy that Dave had been genuinely fond of her, and that Mandy had proven him right. Over the breakfast table, Donna teases Kelly about being in love with Tom. Kelly responds by throwing her bowl of cereal into Donna's face. Donna runs upstairs in tears as Vic looks on in shock. Kelly denies having any feelings for Tom. Sean surprises Kathy by returning to the village to help her get through the funeral. Jan briefly mistakes him for Dave, then accuses Kathy of playing away with Sean

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  3. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 3 - Episode 2149 (Tue 7th Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #3 - Episode 2149 (Tue 7th Jan 1997)

    S26:E3

    Zak attempts to win back the love of his life after Albert attempts at sabotage, but Lisa is far from impressed. Kathy faces the hardest day of her life, but the Glovers are at each other's throats as they struggle with their grief. Meanwhile, Kim stands proud in the face of her enemies, revealing to a devastated Kathy that Dave loved her and planned to run away with her and James.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  4. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 4 - Episode 2150 (Wed 8th Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #4 - Episode 2150 (Wed 8th Jan 1997)

    S26:E4

    Tom begins to regret recent events. Frank forgives an act of angry violence, and Roy learns some distressing home truths.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  5. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 5 - Episode 2151 (Thu 9th Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #5 - Episode 2151 (Thu 9th Jan 1997)

    S26:E5

    Frank lays down the law to Kim. Kelly attempts to save her love affair.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  6. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 6 - Episode 2152 (Tue 14th Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #6 - Episode 2152 (Tue 14th Jan 1997)

    S26:E6

    Zak unveils a token of his affection; Andy causes problems for the Sugdens; and Chris has a tempting proposal for Kim.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

    7. Trending NowTRENDING NOW

    The 20 BEST Episodes of Emmerdale

    READ
  7. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 7 - Episode 2153 (Wed 15th Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #7 - Episode 2153 (Wed 15th Jan 1997)

    S26:E7

    Linda ruins Biff's romantic plans. Kelly's heartbreak seems to be over, but there's a nasty shock for Chris.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  8. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 8 - Episode 2154 (Thu 16th Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #8 - Episode 2154 (Thu 16th Jan 1997)

    S26:E8

    Kelly is sick of keeping her love a secret. Kim tries to heal some old wounds. Kathy warns Jan about forthcoming events.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  9. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 9 - Episode 2155 (Tue 21st Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #9 - Episode 2155 (Tue 21st Jan 1997)

    S26:E9

    Chris ignores Kim's grief in his push for power. Kim tries to heal old wounds, while Kathy can't forgive and forget.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  10. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 10 - Episode 2156 (Wed 22nd Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #10 - Episode 2156 (Wed 22nd Jan 1997)

    S26:E10

    Frank is determined to end the rumours surrounding James. Jan and Kathy comes to blows over Dave, and Betty returns home to a shocking discovery.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  11. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 11 - Episode 2157 (Thu 23rd Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #11 - Episode 2157 (Thu 23rd Jan 1997)

    S26:E11

    Vic reacts violently to Betty's news of Kelly. Andy is terrified by Jack's criticisms, and Frank shatters Kim's dreams for James.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  12. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 12 - Episode 2158 (Tue 28th Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #12 - Episode 2158 (Tue 28th Jan 1997)

    S26:E12

    Frank's news shatters Kim's dreams. Tom is forced to face the consequences, while a terrified Kelly is left alone and in trouble.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  13. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 13 - Episode 2159 (Wed 29th Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #13 - Episode 2159 (Wed 29th Jan 1997)

    S26:E13

    Butch and Marlon go ghost-hunting. Kelly gives the Windsors an ultimatum.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  14. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 14 - Episode 2160 (Thu 30th Jan 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #14 - Episode 2160 (Thu 30th Jan 1997)

    S26:E14

    Andy gets into yet more trouble. Vic causes more bother for Tom, and Butch and Marlon meet an unexpected stranger.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  15. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 15 - Episode 2161 (Tue 4th Feb 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #15 - Episode 2161 (Tue 4th Feb 1997)

    S26:E15

    There's trouble at the Dingles when Mandy confronts Lisa. Jan is shocked by Kim's revelations. Terry finds Viv too much to handle.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  16. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 16 - Episode 2162 (Wed 5th Feb 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - Episode 2162 (Wed 5th Feb 1997)

    S26:E16

    Zak comes face to face with a love-rival. Terry celebrates an anniversary. Frank and Kim finally come to bitter blows.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  17. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 17 - Episode 2163 (Thu 6th Feb 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #17 - Episode 2163 (Thu 6th Feb 1997)

    S26:E17

    Zak wins a precious prize. Kim's disappearance worries Sophie, while Kelly and Tom have an announcement to make.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  18. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 18 - Episode 2164 (Tue 11th Feb 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - Episode 2164 (Tue 11th Feb 1997)

    S26:E18

    Lisa lays down the law. Kelly finally forces Tom's hand. Eric makes a stunning confession to Steve.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  19. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 19 - Episode 2165 (Wed 12th Feb 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Episode 2165 (Wed 12th Feb 1997)

    S26:E19

    Tom realises his bridges are burnt. Frank tries to sweet talk a local reporter. Chris puts increasing pressure on Linda.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  20. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 20 - Episode 2166 (Thu 13th Feb 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - Episode 2166 (Thu 13th Feb 1997)

    S26:E20

    A new arrival shocks the village. Chris takes out his anger on Biff. Frank faces disaster.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  21. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 21 - Episode 2167 (Tue 18th Feb 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #21 - Episode 2167 (Tue 18th Feb 1997)

    S26:E21

    Biff realises how much Linda loves him. Zoe's had enough of Frank's lies. Kelly is determined to build a new life with Tom.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  22. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 22 - Episode 2168 (Wed 19th Feb 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #22 - Episode 2168 (Wed 19th Feb 1997)

    S26:E22

    Eric and Dee struggle to do the right thing as they struggle with each other's different cultures. Marlon and Butch investigate Barry's secret. Linda tells Biff the truth about Chris.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  23. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 23 - Episode 2169 (Thu 20th Feb 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #23 - Episode 2169 (Thu 20th Feb 1997)

    S26:E23

    Hour-long special. Pollard and Dee have a romantic break. Ned takes the law into his own hands. The Dingles discover Barry's great dream.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  24. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 24 - Episode 2170 (Tue 25th Feb 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #24 - Episode 2170 (Tue 25th Feb 1997)

    S26:E24

    Dee is invited for a night out with the girls. The Glovers are made a tempting offer. Frank attempts to scare off the press.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

  25. Emmerdale Season 26 Episode 25 - Episode 2171 (Wed 26th Feb 1997)
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #25 - Episode 2171 (Wed 26th Feb 1997)

    S26:E25

    DI Cooke increases the pressure on Frank. Dee outwits Pollard, while Kelly is scared of losing Tom.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

    Be the first to start the conversation for this episode

Season 26 Ratings Summary

"Episode 2147 (Wed 1st Jan 1997)" is the best rated episode of "Emmerdale" season 26. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/1/1997. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 2148 (Tue 2nd Jan 1997)".