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The Best Episodes of Emmerdale Season 9

Every episode of Emmerdale Season 9 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Emmerdale Season 9!

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.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 1 - Episode 543 (Tue 8th Jan 1980)
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    #1 - Episode 543 (Tue 8th Jan 1980)

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    It's winter at Emmerdale Farm, and Annie Sugden finds herself thinking back to last summer. It was a busy time, with new land to work, and prospects looked bright. But there was a shock in store for all of them - especially Matt Skilbeck.

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  2. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 2 - Episode 544 (Thu 10th Jan 1980)
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    #2 - Episode 544 (Thu 10th Jan 1980)

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    When Judy Westrop hears of the problems at Emmerdale she offers Annie her help, but Sam Pearson wants nothing to do with Judy - nothing at all.

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  3. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 3 - Episode 545 (Tue 15th Jan 1980)
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    #3 - Episode 545 (Tue 15th Jan 1980)

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    Matt worries that history with Peggy is repeating itself with Dolly when the doctor wants to keep Dolly in hospital longer. Meanwhile, Enid surprises Amos.

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  4. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 4 - Episode 546 (Thu 17th Jan 1980)
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    #4 - Episode 546 (Thu 17th Jan 1980)

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    Enid is suspected of owning the fox as a pet, whilst Amos gets a shock to find a monkey on his table - also belonging to Enid. Meanwhile, Judy feels uncomfortable around Bob and wishes people would just be straight with her.

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  5. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 5 - Episode 547 (Tue 22nd Jan 1980)
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    #5 - Episode 547 (Tue 22nd Jan 1980)

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    Henry makes Sam see sense over Judy, whilst Enid attacks Mick.

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  6. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 6 - Episode 548 (Thu 24th Jan 1980)
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    #6 - Episode 548 (Thu 24th Jan 1980)

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    Enid declares war on Mick, but is left fuming when she is advised not to take legs action against him. Meanwhile, Amos and Henry discover Mick had caused their infestation problem.

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  7. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 7 - Episode 549 (Tue 29th Jan 1980)
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    #7 - Episode 549 (Tue 29th Jan 1980)

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    Richard arrives to take over Maurice's role and causes problems with Jesse. Meanwhile, Matt continues to fret about Dolly.

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  8. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 8 - Episode 550 (Thu 31st Jan 1980)
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    #8 - Episode 550 (Thu 31st Jan 1980)

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    Matt is concerned when Bill tells him that he's had a sheep killed by a dog identical to Snip. Meanwhile, Richard pushes Jesse one step too far, and Jesse decides to hand in his resignation.

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  9. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 9 - Episode 551 (Tue 5th Feb 1980)
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    #9 - Episode 551 (Tue 5th Feb 1980)

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    The Sugdens are left worried when the doctor reveals that Dolly has taken a turn and needs an immediate operation. Meanwhile, Richard is furious when he is confronted by Henry over the pine forest and has a word with Jesse, who hands in his resignation.

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  10. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 10 - Episode 552 (Thu 7th Feb 1980)
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    #10 - Episode 552 (Thu 7th Feb 1980)

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    Matt is relieved that Dolly is making a recovery, but is upset to discover she has miscarried. Meanwhile, Judy gives Joe the cold shoulder but the pair reconcile when Joe explains why he didn't turn up.

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  11. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 11 - Episode 553 (Tue 12th Feb 1980)
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    #11 - Episode 553 (Tue 12th Feb 1980)

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    Bill confronts Matt over Snip attacking another one of his lambs, and Matt decides to put him down. However, Joe discovers that Snip has been sleeping in Mick's barn and stopped another dog going for Dave's lambs - will he stop Matt in time? Meanwhile, Judy tries to give Richard some advice but Richard throws her out.

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  12. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 12 - Episode 554 (Thu 14th Feb 1980)
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    #12 - Episode 554 (Thu 14th Feb 1980)

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    Annie is thrilled to discover Jack will be returning soon. Ruth convinces Jesse to ask for his job back. Henry causes Amos to give in and quit his diet.

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  13. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 13 - Episode 555 (Tue 19th Feb 1980)
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    #13 - Episode 555 (Tue 19th Feb 1980)

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    The family are thrilled when Jack returns but it's clear there's something borrowing him. Meanwhile, Jane is concerned about how Danny has been after losing his job.

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  14. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 14 - Episode 556 (Thu 21st Feb 1980)
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    #14 - Episode 556 (Thu 21st Feb 1980)

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    Danny is thrilled when Richard reveals he can get him a job - but not so much when it's in Derbyshire. Meanwhile, Jack reveals that he is sick of writing and has lost interest.

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  15. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 15 - Episode 557 (Tue 26th Feb 1980)
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    #15 - Episode 557 (Tue 26th Feb 1980)

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    Jane is furious to discover Danny has kept Richard's job offer secret, however she remind him that if he takes it, he'll be on his own. Also, Jack decides on a career change.

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  16. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 16 - Episode 558 (Thu 28th Feb 1980)
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    #16 - Episode 558 (Thu 28th Feb 1980)

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    Danny heavily considers Richard's job offer, whilst Jack finally decides to give up writing.

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  17. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 17 - Episode 559 (Tue 4th March 1980)
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    #17 - Episode 559 (Tue 4th March 1980)

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    Danny decides to leave Beckindale for Derbyshire, whilst Jack decides to leave Italy for Beckindale. Meanwhile, Joe is suspicious of Jack's intentions.

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  18. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 18 - Episode 560 (Thu 6th March 1980)
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    #18 - Episode 560 (Thu 6th March 1980)

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    Alan tries to convince the Sugdens that Jack won't adjust well to farm life. Meanwhile, Annie's words strike a cord with Jane, who sees Danny off for his job interview.

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  19. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 19 - Episode 561 (Mon 10th March 1980)
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    #19 - Episode 561 (Mon 10th March 1980)

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    Ed decides to give up his business in America to take over his father's farm. Meanwhile, Amos hears noises and begins to believe The Woolpack is haunted.

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  20. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 20 - Episode 562 (Thu 13th March 1980)
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    #20 - Episode 562 (Thu 13th March 1980)

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    Amos has a fall whilst using his chest expander, whilst Joe receives a phone call from America.

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  21. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 21 - Episode 563 (Tue 18th March 1980)
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    #21 - Episode 563 (Tue 18th March 1980)

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    Judy freaks Amos out over the mysterious noises, whilst Jack has a word with Esmeralda on Harold's behalf. Also, Joe goes to America.

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  22. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 22 - Episode 564 (Thu 20th March 1980)
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    #22 - Episode 564 (Thu 20th March 1980)

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    Joe has an important decision to make, but he still wants to know what Annie thinks.

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  23. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 23 - Episode 565 (Tue 25th March 1980)
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    #23 - Episode 565 (Tue 25th March 1980)

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    Amos decides to do something about the strange noises in The Woolpack, but perhaps the remedy is worse than the disease.

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  24. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 24 - Episode 566 (Thu 27th March 1980)
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    #24 - Episode 566 (Thu 27th March 1980)

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    Esmarelda has been avoiding Jack since he criticised her book, but Jack is determined to make her face reality.

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  25. Emmerdale Season 9 Episode 25 - Episode 567 (Tue 1st April 1980)
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    #25 - Episode 567 (Tue 1st April 1980)

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    There is great activity at Emmerdale Farm as the Sugdens wait for Matt to bring Dolly home from hospital.

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Season 9 Ratings Summary

"Episode 543 (Tue 8th Jan 1980)" is the best rated episode of "Emmerdale" season 9. It scored /10 based on 0 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/8/1980. This episode is rated 0.0 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 544 (Thu 10th Jan 1980)".