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The Best Episodes of The Only Way Is Essex

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The Best Episodes of The Only Way Is Essex

Part soap opera, part reality show, TOWIE follows the lives, loves and scandals of a group of real-life Essex guys and girls. Cameras capture the...
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    7.0/10(10 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S4:E1

    Lauren reveals she has PIP implants during a discussion about breast surgery with Frankie and Chloe. A new girl arrives, Joey enjoys a night out with his best friend Diags, and Nanny Pat goes on a health kick. Mario talks to Lucy about the respect she has for his bachelor pad, Lydia hopes for a stress-free 21st birthday meal, while Billie and Cara try some new yoga moves - on their dogs.

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    6.4/10(7 votes)

    #2 - Episode 8

    S11:E8

    Jasmin is hurt to hear that Dan has been spending time with Georgia. Jess continues to get upset after comments from Carol and Elliott about her relationship with Ricky. Grace and Lewis go on their first date, and agree to see each other again. After thinking about all the recent events in her relationship with Lockie, Danni decides to end things. Ricky declares war with Elliott, and Charlie attempts to put an end to Mario's celibacy by taking him to a sex yoga class.

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    6.4/10(6 votes)

    #3 - The Only Way is Italia

    S23:E1

    The return of a new series. Georgia organises a couples’ trip and whisks Tommy away to Italy, while in Essex, Courtney is working on her revenge body. But is she ready to move on?

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    5.7/10(11 votes)

    #4 - Episode 14

    S3:E14

    Last in the series of the reality show. Arg continues his quest for physical perfection and seeks fashion advice from Joey - with interesting results. After the row, Sam and Lauren contemplate their future. Lucy thinks that she has blown it with Mario. There is drama at the bonfire party.

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    5.6/10(8 votes)

    #5 - Episode 3

    S4:E3

    Following the previous episode's events, Cara visited Lucy to tell her about Mario's texts, which made Lucy even angrier with him. Mario, however, thinks he did nothing wrong and confides in his best friend Little Chris, who tells him he hasn't been himself for a while since being with Lucy. Meanwhile, Joey and Diags take Arg rollerskating to take his mind off Lydia, and Gemma has a gold facial treatment for her birthday party, which she pulls out all the stops for, including persuading Dino and Giorgio to paint themselves gold and stand outside the venue, acting as life-size Oscar trophies. Later on in the night, Gemma holds an award ceremony, aptly named the Gemmas, and awards Lydia "Best Dressed Female", and Joey "Best Dressed Male". Excusing themselves from the party, Georgina and Lauren P have a chat in the bathroom, with Georgina telling Lauren about how Mario has been calling her and asking her to go to dinner with him, despite him having a girlfriend, but turning him down. Then, Lucy came out of a toilet stall, said, "But still you're texting a guy who you know has a girlfriend," before leaving the bathroom, leaving Georgina and Lauren stunned. Lucy approaches Mario to talk to him about everything she's heard, but Mario defends himself. At the end, he gives her his new number, and she takes it, before walking away.

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    5.5/10(15 votes)

    #6 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    New series. Reality series following a group of people in Essex, including a club promoter, a would-be model, a member of a girl band and two bar workers. With each episode filmed just a few days before transmission, they will find out exactly what other people in the show are saying about them as well as discovering secrets that will affect their lives.

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    5.3/10(10 votes)

    #7 - Episode 8

    S3:E8

    Mark, Sam, Lydia and Arg go on a skiing double date, where Lydia and Mark make up and Sam and Mark discuss their relationship. At the same time Joey hosts an animal themed pool party, where he finds out about Sam and Mark for the first time from Lauren.

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    5.2/10(10 votes)

    #8 - Episode 10

    S1:E10

    Mark's boxing event takes place in Romford and he throws down the gauntlet to Kirk. Reality series following a group of people in Essex.

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    5.1/10(11 votes)

    #9 - Episode 2

    S3:E2

    Joey, Lydia and Debbie head to a car boot sale, whilst Harry and his brother Ronnie have a heart-to-heart after working on their fathers flower stall. Meanwhile, Gemma throws a singles party at the Sugar Hut and Kirk and Lauren Pope share a few feelings over a walk in the park with their dog Bozo. Mark meanwhile continues his celibacy pledge before interrupting Arg and Lydia on their dinner date after feeling lonely. Nicola meanwhile decides its time to confront Lucy about her part in Lauren and Marks break-up.

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    5.0/10(8 votes)

    #10 - Episode 7

    S3:E7

    Chloe consults a plastic surgeon about her bum implants, as well as visiting Joey's new pool-pad, and Kirk holds a karaoke night at Sugar Hut. Plus, Lydia has another argument with Arg about Mark and Gemma teaches Harry how to drive. The episode ends with a cliffhanger though - who received the text from Mark asking them to meet him in his car outside the Sugar Hut?

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    5.0/10(8 votes)

    #11 - Episode 1

    S5:E1

    Joey moves into a bachelor pad with new flatmate Tom, and Lauren Goodger opens up about her weight struggles to Lydia. Arg unveils his latest look, and also throw a marathon benefit party with Billie and Cara. Plus, it remains to be seen whether Charlie and Gemma can keep their relationship on track after their surprise date.

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    5.0/10(7 votes)

    #12 - Episode 1

    S14:E1

    The UK's most talked-about reality show returns with a fourteenth series. What will happen during a girly holiday in Tenerife? Can Bobby outdo his revealing outfit from last year?

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    4.9/10(9 votes)

    #13 - Episode 6

    S1:E6

    The county hosts its Fashion Week, with Sam, Amy and Jessica striving to claim the title of the most glamorous girl in Essex.

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    4.9/10(9 votes)

    #14 - Episode 8

    S1:E8

    Mark deals with the aftermath of the VIP night at his club, Amy's relationship with Kirk hits a rocky patch and James and Lydia try to give their romance another chance.

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    4.9/10(9 votes)

    #15 - Episode 9

    S1:E9

    The gang celebrates Bonfire Night. Sam and Amy plan to add some glamour to the event, Harry dresses up for the occasion and Mark tries to ensure that his evening goes with a bang. Reality series following a group of people in Essex.

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    4.8/10(12 votes)

    #16 - Episode 1

    S3:E1

    Brand new series of the true life soap. Join the Essex boys and girls and find out what has changed after a summer of fun.

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    4.8/10(8 votes)

    #17 - Episode 5

    S3:E5

    The aftermath of Maria and Mick's romantic date, Sam and Billie arrange a girls night in and Lydia and Arg have a double date with Mario and Lucy that ends in some confrontation and a shock allegation from Mark.

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    4.8/10(9 votes)

    #18 - Episode 12

    S3:E12

    Mario's night of freedom backfires for Lucy. Lydia finds out that what happens at bootcamp does not necessarily stay at bootcamp. Meanwhile, everyone gets in the Halloween spirit - Nanny Pat goes trick-or-treating, and Sam and Billie host an action-packed party.

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    4.8/10(8 votes)

    #19 - Episode 10

    S4:E10

    Mario throws a fancy-dress party to celebrate his birthday - and during the evening, Jess and Lauren come face to face. Gemma waits to see whether her date will arrive at the bash. Joey and Ricky settle their differences and Lauren Pope shows the girls her new breasts. Last in the series

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    4.7/10(9 votes)

    #20 - Episode 7

    S1:E7

    It is VIP night at the opening of Mark's new club, and he hopes everything will go smoothly. Reality series following a group of people in Essex, including a club promoter, a would-be model, a member of a girl band and two bar workers.

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    4.7/10(9 votes)

    #21 - Episode 4

    S3:E4

    Jess prepares for her fashion show, Maria and Mick get friendly at a romantic dinner date, the twins model for Jess, Lucy shows off her curves, and Mario and Mark lock horns.

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    4.6/10(8 votes)

    #22 - Episode 3

    S3:E3

    Arg sets out on a new career path, Mark and Mario have a run-in at the gym, Mick and Kirk catch up after the singles' night and the gang go paintballing for Lauren's birthday.

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    4.6/10(8 votes)

    #23 - Episode 6

    S3:E6

    Lucy and Mario discuss the future of their relationship, Arg and Lydia's relationship is under threat again, Chloe considers more surgery, Georgio and Dino try to cheer Gemma up with a Greek night... and Lydia finally confronts Mark.

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    4.6/10(8 votes)

    #24 - Episode 9

    S3:E9

    The fake tan is put away as Essex dons vintage in preparation for the grand opening of Lydia's shop, Bella Sorella. Cara and Billie get ready for a night out on the town, Kirk-and-Joey style. Mark woos Sam. Mario shows Lucy his Italian side.

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    4.6/10(8 votes)

    #25 - Episode 10

    S3:E10

    In this episode, Mick and Kirk bond during a father-son fishing trip, Sam spends a cosy Sunday lunch with the Wright family and Arg tackles his body issues head-on - starting with his teeth.

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Best Episodes Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "The Only Way Is Essex". It scored 7/10 based on 10 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 1/29/2012. This episode scored 0.6 points higher than the second highest rated, "Episode 8".