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Hollyoaks - Best Storylines
What would you say are the best storylines ever in Hollyoaks' history?
Luke Morgan's rape - it was ground-breaking and didn't just get wrapped up after a month or two, Luke is still dealing with it to this very day and it had a major impact on his whole life, including him becoming an alcoholic. A very strong, powerful and emotive story that broke taboos, sparked debate, raised awareness, won awards, and left a huge mark on Hollyoaks.
https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hollyoaks/a843491/hollyoaks-luke-morgan-rape-ordeal-revisited/
Luke Morgan's rape - it was ground-breaking and didn't just get wrapped up after a month or two, Luke is still dealing with it to this very day and it had a major impact on his whole life, including him becoming an alcoholic. A very strong, powerful and emotive story that broke taboos, sparked debate, raised awareness, won awards, and left a huge mark on Hollyoaks.
https://www.digitalspy.com/soaps/hollyoaks/a843491/hollyoaks-luke-morgan-rape-ordeal-revisited/
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Silas serial killer story - It was the first time in a soap I’m sure, whereby we saw a serial killer have the same motive in mind, for killing their victims - Silas’s motive being to kill women he deemed immoral. It highlighted the dangers of social media; whereby he posed as a random man, to lure women to their deaths, and he had brilliant on-screen chemistry with the likes of Lynsey Nolan, Mercedes, and family members. I believe that whilst the story was sensationalist, it does actually highlight a major issue that’s in the spotlight in the media at the moment, such as violence against women, with the tragic killings of Sarah Everard, and many alike 😢.
Gloved Hand Killer - Totally sensationalist and OTT, but one of my favourite stories. I was really intrigued to find out who the killer was, after the murder mystery occurred over the course of 10 months, and it was the first time in a soap we’d witnessed a serial killer whodunnit, which was a nice change, to typical conventions of a whodunnit. I was slightly disappointed with the reveal, but it gave Sophie Austin a chance to shine as an actress, and really showcase her talents; as well as, how it was definitely a worthy story to coincide with Hollyoaks’ 20th anniversary. By far, my favourite whodunnit, done in a soap, and I wouldn’t be averse to seeing something like it again! Let’s not forget, we saw two serial killers team up, as well, which was a joy to see, as we got a return from Silas!
Lily’s self-harming - I thought the POV episode we got between herself, Yasmeen and Peri, was extremely powerful, despite it being controversial among viewers, however I feel the fact all three parties had become addicted to hurting themselves, it highlighted the effects of peer pressure through Yasmeen’s POV, as well as, the struggles to live up expectations such as Lily, and covered so many more topics. The episode was beautifully shot, and was cleverly produced.
Far-right radicalisation - Possibly my favourite story I’ve seen in Hollyoaks. It was a soap first, and the fact that this story involved Ste (a character who I’ve always loathed), yet I would actually look forward to his appearances on the show, to see where this story would go next. I thought the way Ste was groomed into radicalisation was effectively conveyed, and I thought the big week in September they did, was absolutely powerful. I wasn’t pleased with the aftermath of the story, such as Stuart have a quickly wrapped-up ending in the form of a cliff top death, as I feel we should’ve seen how Ste tried to exonerate himself from the gang, much more, but I don’t feel they should’ve redeemed Ste at all. In my opinion, he was long past the point of redemption, when he willingly plotted a terrorist attack on a community centre - That can’t ever be redeemed and nor can someone go back to walking amongst normal folk after plotting something so radical. In my eyes, he’ll never been redeemed but I felt the story highlighted a very important topic, and is more prevalent than ever in the current political landscape with far-right and far-left groups on the rise. This story also came on the back of the storm stunt, which is without a doubt, one of my favourite stunts in soap history, so if you could class the storm stunt as a storyline, then I’d definitely say it was one of my favourites too, and the best Hollyoaks have ever done.
Breda’s serial killer story - I’ve already stated my reasons plenty of times as to why I liked this story, so I won’t go too much into depth. All the character she murdered had effective aftermaths to their deaths, so the story acted a as multi-strand narrative, and it felt like this was the first time we actually had the entire village acknowledge they were in the presence of a serial killer.
And I loved the Warren vs. Brendan rivalry (many of the 'bad boys’ in other soaps have been complete wimps compared to those two), and sinister Silas from late 2010 into 2011.
The whole Sienna saga in 2013 (another wonderful year for the show) was also great.
The build up to the reveal of the gloved hand killer was gripping stuff.
Up there with Coronation Street’s Sean as one of the shortest homeless stories
She was homeless for about 10 weeks. It's just that apart from a flying visit back to Hollyoaks after about 3 weeks she was off screen for most of her time homeless.
He still looked fantastic for someone who was homeless. It must be his 6 figure salary!
Some other stories done very well were Esther's bullying, Hannah's anorexia, Lily's self harm, Niall's revenge.
The county lines was a joke as we all knew Ste would be back on his throne.
It beggars belief he is in the final shot of the titles. Soaps have just gone so bad with their "moral" code. Groomed or not.
Ste has ended up with a business, a high flying man and his family back all around him including his kids that are never checked on by social services etc.
Esthers suicide attempt broke my heart. Her annoyance that she couldn't even do that right was just so sad.
Esther was great
After that she was pointless though.
I disagree, I think she was a great character and always enjoyed seeing her.
Walking around after Grace or Kim stepping on their coat tails?
Even the actress admitted the boss had nothing left foe her and she agreed too.
I really liked Esther. As someone who had been bullied myself, that storyline hit home. She felt so badly about herself and nobody should make you feel that way.
Ste might have a business now, but are we ever going to see him and Sienna working, rather than sorting out Droopy....Er....Sorry, I meant to type Ethan.
Sorry, I'll start again - Sorting out any other messes that Mr Grumpy (yes, Ethan again) might cause?
Very. The glory days.
Amazing storyline.
The JP and Craig stuff leading to this just made it even more better.
Agreed, Hollyoaks was firing on all cylinders back then.
Lisa Hunter’s self harm
Esther’s bullying and suicide attempt
Max and Steph’s wedding/Max’s death
Norman Sankofa’s homelessness
Laura Burns obsession with Mandy
Newt’s schizophrenia
Lewis Richardson’s suicide (technically was in the spin off series)
2. Clare cunning Max
3. The Dog in The Pond explosion & Aftermath
4. Warren kills Sean - As back then even murder was rare for Hollyoaks
5. Who pushed Clare & Clare's original exit
6. Warren's original exit
7. Calvin's exit (although the choice killer wasn't a great choice)
8. Warren vs Brendan
9. Silas's serial killing regin his first ep still gives me PTSD where he randomly murders India
10. Brendan vs Walker
11. John Paul's rape
12. Who killed Fraser Black
13. The Glove Hand Killer
From the top of my head I enjoyed these storylines
Was that really needed.
What do you mean ?