The Best Episodes of Hope Street

The sudden arrival of Detective Leila Hussain shakes up Port Devine, but only Inspector Finn O’Hare knows the real reason Leila’s been transferred.

Director: Sean Glynn

Writer: Susanne Farrell

When a burglar claims he saw a dead woman in a farmhouse, Leila and Finn call on elderly couple Gerard and Brenda Smith. Gerard claims Brenda is abroad, but Leila smells a rat. Finn warns Leila to tread carefully; being heavy handed with a well-loved neighbour could alienate the locals.

Director: Sean Glynn

Writer: Jessica Lea

As Leila waits to hear if Callum has blown her cover, taxi-driver Barry drives into a young woman who flees the scene of the accident. Barry’s bad day gets worse when Concepta spreads rumours about his ‘dangerous driving'.

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Lovestruck Callum is jealous of Leila’s handsome ‘friend’. Finn has more serious concerns, convinced the visitor is here to do Leila serious harm – and she’s gone missing.

Director: Sean Glynn

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When Clint jeopardises his wedding, secret lovers Finn and Leila sort out the mess. But their romantic plans are scuppered by the reappearance of a face from the past.

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Writer: Jessica Lea

Former Judge Ginette Prince sent a lot of dangerous people to prison in her time so, when someone sets fire to her home, the police officers wonder if the motive is revenge. However, Ginette’s been retired for years and the criminals she put away are no longer a threat, so vengeance seems unlikely.

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Writer: Susanne Farrell

When his wife’s former lover is arrested for assault, Finn can’t hide his jealous feelings – which makes Leila wonder if she’s made a terrible mistake.

Director: Bruce Webb

Writer: Paul Marquess

Ex-lovers Finn and Leila are thrown together again when his daughter Niamh goes missing. Finn is taken aback when Siobhan reveals that Niamh had an older boyfriend back in Belfast – has she gone to see him? The stakes are raised when Callum finds CCTV of Niamh being taken away in a van on the way home from her friend Joanne’s house.

Director: Dez McCarthy

Writer: Christine Murphy

A tragic farming accident reveals all sorts of secrets, while Leila is stunned when she finds out the truth about her love rival Siobhan.

Director: Bruce Webb

Writer: Stuart Drennan

Callum discovers that his girlfriend has been telling him a pack of lies. Meanwhile, Finn faces the most difficult decision of his life.

Director: Dez McCarthy

Writer: Jessica Lea

Niamh and Shay are partying on the beach when a hooded figure rugby tackles a lad to the ground. The figure reveals himself as Niamh and Shay’s dad, Inspector Finn O’Hare; he saw the lad trying to sell drugs to the kids.

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As Finn investigates a shooting, he struggles to keep his temper. Marlene goes the extra mile for her best friend Nicole, alienating stepdad Barry in the process.

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When an ATM machine is stolen, new detective Al crosses a line to save someone he loves. Meanwhile, Finn struggles to cope – and has a difficult conversation with Siobhan.

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When a car is pulled from Port Devine harbour, the whole town searches for a missing mother. Meanwhile, Al kisses someone he shouldn’t.

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As the police officers fight to secure a grieving daughter’s birthright, Al does something truly terrible to save his daughter’s skin.

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Sparks fly when Marlene meets an outspoken farmer who hates the police. Meanwhile, a stressed-out Finn is pushed to breaking point.

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Marlene is faced with a problem when some prize-winning racing pigeons are stolen – she’s allergic to birds. As a result, Al and Callum investigate the theft.

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Still reeling from the state she found her dad in last night, Niamh suggests he might be suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder following his car crash. A furious Finn flies off the handle – Niamh doesn’t know what she’s talking about.

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Finn is away receiving treatment for his PTSD, so Concepta takes his place on a fishing trip with Shay and Barry. Their pleasure cruise goes horribly wrong, however, when the boat’s engine explodes – and crew member Brendan is seriously injured.

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Detective Constable Al Quinn is in trouble. Callum has told Finn that Al is a corrupt cop. Al manages to convince Finn that Callum is mistaken, but things go from bad to worse when Jake McGrade assaults a security guard and steals a million pounds worth of whiskey from the Port Devine distillery.

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Inspector Finn is stunned to discover Concepta’s well-kept secret.

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Things between PC Callum and new detective Jo get hot and heavy.

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As Clint’s dodgy brother arrives in Port Devine, Marlene makes a life-changing decision.

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Marlene is delighted to be engaged – until Barry reveals his views on same-sex marriage.

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The police make an arrest that rocks Port Devine to its foundations.

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