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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!

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Drama series about life on the wards of Holby City Hospital, following the highs and lows of the staff and patients.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Holby City Season 20 Episode 1 - The Prisoner
    7.2/10(12 votes)

    #1 - The Prisoner

    S20:E1

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Holby City Season 20 Episode 2 - Ready or Not
    7.5/10(9 votes)

    #2 - Ready or Not

    S20:E2

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Holby City Season 20 Episode 3 - There by the Grace of...
    6.6/10(8 votes)

    #3 - There by the Grace of...

    S20:E3

    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

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  4. Holby City Season 20 Episode 4 - Hanssen Is as Hanssen Does
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #4 - Hanssen Is as Hanssen Does

    S20:E4

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Holby City Season 20 Episode 5 - One Day at a Time
    6.7/10(9 votes)

    #5 - One Day at a Time

    S20:E5

    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 .

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Holby City Season 20 Episode 6 - Not Your Home Now
    7.7/10(10 votes)

    #6 - Not Your Home Now

    S20:E6

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  7. Holby City Season 20 Episode 7 - Precipice
    7.8/10(11 votes)

    #7 - Precipice

    S20:E7

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Holby City Season 20 Episode 8 - Hard Day's Night
    7.6/10(10 votes)

    #8 - Hard Day's Night

    S20:E8

    A hungover Nicky must cope with an overbearing new registrar. Fletch and Jac are thrust together on an overnight transplant case.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. Holby City Season 20 Episode 9 - Ache
    8.0/10(9 votes)

    #9 - Ache

    S20:E9

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. Holby City Season 20 Episode 10 - Square One
    8.3/10(9 votes)

    #10 - Square One

    S20:E10

    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?

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  11. Holby City Season 20 Episode 11 - The L Word
    7.6/10(9 votes)

    #11 - The L Word

    S20:E11

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  12. Holby City Season 20 Episode 12 - No Matter Where You Go, There You Are (1)
    8.2/10(12 votes)

    #12 - No Matter Where You Go, There You Are (1)

    S20:E12

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  13. Holby City Season 20 Episode 13 - No Matter Where You Go, There You Are (2)
    7.9/10(10 votes)

    #13 - No Matter Where You Go, There You Are (2)

    S20:E13

    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.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  14. Holby City Season 20 Episode 14 - Tete a Tate
    7.8/10(8 votes)

    #14 - Tete a Tate

    S20:E14

    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:Unknown
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  15. Holby City Season 20 Episode 15 - Tate Gallery
    7.0/10(8 votes)

    #15 - Tate Gallery

    S20:E15

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  16. Holby City Season 20 Episode 16 - New Ain't All It's Cracked Up To Be
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #16 - New Ain't All It's Cracked Up To Be

    S20:E16

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  17. Holby City Season 20 Episode 17 - The Way We Were
    6.7/10(9 votes)

    #17 - The Way We Were

    S20:E17

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  18. Holby City Season 20 Episode 18 - Headstrong
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #18 - Headstrong

    S20:E18

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  19. Holby City Season 20 Episode 19 - Bubble Wrap
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #19 - Bubble Wrap

    S20:E19

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  20. Holby City Season 20 Episode 20 - Blind Spot
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #20 - Blind Spot

    S20:E20

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  21. Holby City Season 20 Episode 21 - Belonging
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #21 - Belonging

    S20:E21

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  22. Holby City Season 20 Episode 22 - Only a Word
    0.0/10(0 votes)

    #22 - Only a Word

    S20:E22

    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.

    Director:Unknown
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  23. Holby City Season 20 Episode 23 - None but the Brave
    7.2/10(9 votes)

    #23 - None but the Brave

    S20:E23

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  24. Holby City Season 20 Episode 24 - Primum Non Nocere (1)
    7.8/10(12 votes)

    #24 - Primum Non Nocere (1)

    S20:E24

    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:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  25. Holby City Season 20 Episode 25 - Primum Non Nocere (2)
    8.3/10(10 votes)

    #25 - Primum Non Nocere (2)

    S20:E25

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    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 20 Ratings Summary

"The Prisoner" is the best rated episode of "Holby City" season 20. It scored 7.2/10 based on 12 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/2/2018. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Ready or Not".