6.9/1011 votes#1 - The Prisoner
Season 20 Episode 1 - Aired 1/2/2018
Arriving in prison to begin his sentence, Ric struggles with the noise and aggression inside. Popular prisoner Dillon takes Ric under his wing, warning him against a fellow prisoner Danny. But when Danny requires urgent medical care, Ric has to decide whether to keep Dillon on side or follow his sense of duty.
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- 7.0/108 votes
#2 - Ready or Not
Season 20 Episode 2 - Aired 1/9/2018
Sacha and Donna feel anxious when they have to admit an injured inmate from prison. After a conversation with Ric, Sacha is determined to find a way to protect his friend, but will he only make things worse? Jac fills her schedule on her first day back in surgery but is wrong-footed when Gaskell challenges her with a complicated case. Frieda can only watch as Jac powers through, but will she come to regret it? Essie gets an unexpected and unwanted surprise in the shape of Raf's inheritance. Gaskell offers his support as she muses on what to do with this burden, finally coming to an important decision.
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- 6.6/108 votes
#3 - There by the Grace of...
Season 20 Episode 3 - Aired 1/16/2018
Encouraged by Sacha, Essie is having second thoughts about investing in Gaskell. But with Raf's legacy at stake, can Essie be assertive with Gaskell and find confidence in her decision? With worries for Ric ringing in her ears, Donna is concerned that Sacha is off his game. With potential disaster looming, Donna enlists Nicky to help her take matters into her own hands. Fletch's obsession with increased security reaches new heights, however Essie provides Fletch with a distraction and Jac ensures Fletch stays distracted for a long time to come.
Director: David Innes Edwards
Writer: Andy Bayliss
- 7.0/108 votes
#4 - Hanssen Is as Hanssen Does
Season 20 Episode 4 - Aired 1/23/2018
The hospital picks up the pieces ahead of Raf's memorial. At a time when the Holby family need each other more than ever, can Hanssen find his way back to them? Dead set on moving forward and maintaining her status as Holby's supersurgeon, Jac wants to fast track her recovery, but with reminders of the memorial all around, she can't outrun the past. Lofty is thrown when an unexpected patient turns up on Keller. In spite of mounting stresses throughout the day, Lofty wonders whether his future with Dominic may be looking up.
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- 6.7/109 votes
#5 - One Day at a Time
Season 20 Episode 5 - Aired 1/30/2018
The Clinical trial is heating up and it is time for Gaskell to live up to his reputation, while Nicky tests Sacha's patience in a bid to prove her abilities .
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- 7.7/1010 votes
#6 - Not Your Home Now
Season 20 Episode 6 - Aired 2/6/2018
Hanssen steps down as CEO, with Serena agreeing to take over temporarily. When Ric is admitted to Holby, Serena and Donna treat the injuries he sustained in prison. Distressed by Ric's situation, Serena investigates what happened the day Elaine Warren died. Oliver's physiotherapy is cut short when his therapist collapses, triggering his surgical instincts. As he attempts to diagnose her and other patients, Dom, Lofty and Roxanna try to temper his expectations. Oliver starts to wonder if he can still be a doctor. Jac must locate the rare vinyl she took from Raf's collection before Fletch purchases a replacement. This suspicious behaviour leads Frieda to uncover the true nature of Jac's motivations. Knowing Jac may have feelings for Fletch gives Frieda an opportunity to needle her mentor.
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- 7.4/1010 votes
#7 - Precipice
Season 20 Episode 7 - Aired 2/13/2018
A leaking bullet is poisoning Oliver's brain and must be removed; can Roxanna convince him to risk another surgery? Fletch turns a supposed intruder into a patient.
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Writer: N/A
- 7.6/1010 votes
#8 - Hard Day's Night
Season 20 Episode 8 - Aired 2/20/2018
A hungover Nicky must cope with an overbearing new registrar. Fletch and Jac are thrust together on an overnight transplant case.
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Writer: N/A
- 8.0/109 votes
#9 - Ache
Season 20 Episode 9 - Aired 2/28/2018
Roxanna pitches an experimental treatment that could help Oliver recover. However, with acting CEO Serena reluctant to commit, can Roxanna convince Hanssen to return? Meanwhile, Dominic tries to help a deeply worried Lofty plan for Sheilagh's future, and it remains to be seen whether Frieda will continue to help Jac when her mentor's pain reaches breaking point.
Director: N/A
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- 8.3/109 votes
#10 - Square One
Season 20 Episode 10 - Aired 3/6/2018
Gaskell fights to protect his trial and save his patient, and Serena is determined to find a solution as she begins to fear that Ric is losing hope. Meanwhile, Jac returns with a spring in her step, but will the secret to her new happiness be discovered?
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- 7.6/109 votes
#11 - The L Word
Season 20 Episode 11 - Aired 3/13/2018
Roxanna tries to cure Oliver, but in the process opens old wounds. Dom and Lofty find themselves at odds over Sheilagh's care. Donna and Fletch race to save Ric.
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Writer: N/A
- 8.2/1011 votes
#12 - No Matter Where You Go, There You Are – Part One
Season 20 Episode 12 - Aired 3/20/2018
The events surrounding Elaine Warren's death are relived in court. With new revelations emerging, can Ric fight for freedom? Desperate to no longer be Roxanna's pet patient, Ollie pushes himself to the brink. But what future awaits him on the other side? Jac has eyes for Fletch, but when things take a turn for the worse Frieda is the one she turns to for help.
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- 7.9/1010 votes
#13 - No Matter Where You Go, There You Are – Part Two
Season 20 Episode 13 - Aired 3/27/2018
Ollie refuses to relinquish his determination to become a surgeon once again. But when a memory resurfaces, he finally sees a new way forward. Unable to shake the guilt over Fiona's death, Essie is hell-bent on uncovering what went wrong. With Jac gone and Fletch wanting answers, Frieda faces an interminable night shift on Darwin.
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Writer: N/A
- 7.8/108 votes
#14 - Tete a Tate
Season 20 Episode 14 - Aired 4/3/2018
Ric attempts to dive straight back into work, but hospital bureaucracy throws up some testing problems. Roxanna questions Gaskell's motives when he takes on a controversial new case. Fletch clashes with the new CEO over a vulnerable patient.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 7.0/108 votes
#15 - Tate Gallery
Season 20 Episode 15 - Aired 4/10/2018
A revelation about Gaskell forces Roxanna to choose where her loyalties lie. Still on probation, Ric risks his job to save a familiar face, and a secretive young patient causes Fletch to question Abigail's priorities.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- NaN/100 votes
#16 - New Ain't All It's Cracked Up To Be
Season 20 Episode 16 - Aired 4/17/2018
Frieda forces new trainee Nicky to question what kind of doctor she wants to be. Meena puts her friendship with Ms McKendrick on the line when a chance to impress Gaskell arises. Serena tests Xavier's mettle, putting him in charge of Sheilagh's recovery.
Director: N/A
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- 6.7/109 votes
#17 - The Way We Were
Season 20 Episode 17 - Aired 4/24/2018
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- NaN/100 votes
#18 - Headstrong
Season 20 Episode 18 - Aired 5/1/2018
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- NaN/100 votes
#19 - Bubble Wrap
Season 20 Episode 19 - Aired 5/8/2018
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- NaN/100 votes
#20 - Blind Spot
Season 20 Episode 20 - Aired 5/15/2018
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- NaN/100 votes
#21 - Belonging
Season 20 Episode 21 - Aired 5/22/2018
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- NaN/100 votes
#22 - Only a Word
Season 20 Episode 22 - Aired 5/29/2018
Frieda has to decide what to do when Roman crashes back into her life, and a withdrawn Dom's plans for a quiet night are scuppered. Determined to shake up his life, Sacha seeks out new experiences - with surprising results.
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- 7.2/109 votes
#23 - None but the Brave
Season 20 Episode 23 - Aired 6/5/2018
With Fletch and Abigail's relationship still a secret, Fletch is thrown when Jac suddenly arrives on Darwin, however complications arise when Fletch accepts Jac's offer of an after-work drink. Loved-up Lofty is anxious not to crush Dominic's weekend plans, but when Lofty catches Sheilagh behaving recklessly, Lofty risks fracturing both relationships. On a high with patient success in Morocco, Gaskell's sceptical reaction to a new trial candidate leads to a disagreement with Roxanna.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 7.8/1012 votes
#24 - Primum Non Nocere - Part One
Season 20 Episode 24 - Aired 6/12/2018
While trying to prove herself, Meena uncovers disturbing news that could spell trouble for Gaskell. Bernie returns to bring Serena home, but is Serena willing to leave Holby behind for good? And Fletch questions if he's ready to commit to a proper relationship with Abigail.
Director: N/A
Writer: N/A
- 8.3/1010 votes
#25 - Primum Non Nocere - Part Two
Season 20 Episode 25 - Aired 6/20/2018
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The Best Episodes of Holby City Season 20
Every episode of Holby City Season 20 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Holby City Season 20!
Drama series about life on the wards of Holby City Hospital, following the highs and lows of the staff and patients.
Genres:SoapDrama
Network:BBC One
Season 20 Ratings Summary
"The Prisoner" is the best rated episode of "Holby City" season 20. It scored 6.9/10 based on 11 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 1/2/2018. This episode is rated 0.1 points higher than the second-best, "Ready or Not".