Doctors: Series 17
Season 17 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of Doctors Season 16.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 17 Progress Shield
Boom Banger
Apr 13, 2015 · 30 min
The new security guard starts work but only ends up causing trouble as Heston finds himself caught in the middle of a father and his stepson.
Out of Control
Apr 14, 2015 · 30 min
Al helps to sort things out for a family made up of a troubled teenager, a child with Asperger’s syndrome and a single mother. Heather is surprised after Jimmi looses it and tells
The Dark Net
Apr 15, 2015 · 30 min
Ryan attempts to prove his innocence after he is arrested for a shocking crime. Jimmi puts his relationship on the line as he reveals a surprising truth.
Fusion Food
Apr 16, 2015 · 30 min
Ayesha becomes mixed up in a plan for revenge. Zara attempts to hide the chink in her armour.
Toy Story
Apr 17, 2015 · 30 min
Barry assists Rob as he attempts to close the net in on the Letherbridge burglar. Al attempts to be tactful but things don't go to plan after he has a few drinks.
Touched by an Angel
Apr 20, 2015 · 30 min
Jimmi has to confront Heather's past. Mrs Tembe deals with a girl who thinks that she is an angel and has lost her wings.
What Love Means
Apr 21, 2015 · 30 min
An old friend of Niamh's arrives with a new secret which causes trouble as Karen and Rob go on the hunt for a new home.
Xander Harrison
Apr 22, 2015 · 30 min
Al finds himself blamed by his godson for ruining his parent's marriage as today isn't a normal day at the Mill as Karen discovers.
Afternoon Delight
Apr 23, 2015 · 30 min
Howard becomes involved in an odd story involving a broken chair, missing porridge and a golden-haired stranger in his bed. Tragedy strikes after Heather ignores Ayesha’s advice.
Idolatory
Apr 24, 2015 · 30 min
A forgotten statue causes a strange day on Campus. Following a series of disasters, Al is able to convince Karen that mystical forces are behind it.
The Hope
Apr 27, 2015 · 30 min
Whilst Jimmi and Heather are contemplating their future together, Emma deals with a patient suffering from memory loss worried about her baby.
Listen to Me
Apr 28, 2015 · 30 min
Sid is doing his best to make a good impression but soon finds himself caught in an unpleasant situation as Zara's mentoring doesn't get off to a good start.
The Route of All Good
Apr 29, 2015 · 30 min
Zara finds herself asking Al for advice over Joe as Jimmi finds himself worrying about Heather as a businesswoman isn't looking after herself properly.
Give Us This Day
Apr 30, 2015 · 30 min
Zara becomes frustrated with Sid, but then ends up using him as a sounding board. Karen is concerned about buying houses. Mrs Tembe go to a therapy group for torture victims.
Someone to Watch Over Me
May 1, 2015 · 30 min
Things come to a head for Jimmi and Heather, while Karen goes with Rob to a house auction.
L'Amore e la Morte
May 5, 2015 · 30 min
Al attempts to find Jimmi. Zara goes to see a paediatrician with Joe. Heston cannot get away from a house call.
Aftermath
May 6, 2015 · 30 min
Al finds Jimmi and confronts him. Ayesha attempts to help a single mother finding it hard to deal with a new baby and she uncovers a shocking secret.
Rescuing Silver
May 7, 2015 · 30 min
Karen finds herself in the middle of a difficult situation after she visits a neighbour. Zara is surprised after she runs into Michael.
Haunted
May 8, 2015 · 30 min
Alun Clay is suffering with poor health, bad debts and painful memories and thinks that he is being haunted. Bryn looks frantically for Jimmi, but he’s vanished.
Cold City
May 11, 2015 · 30 min
After his attack on his father, Jimmi now has to face the consequences.
Shining Light
May 12, 2015 · 30 min
Joe has a developmental assessment which Zara attends with him as the award for young carer of the year is presented by Ayesha.
Finish Line
May 13, 2015 · 30 min
When Sid visits a terminally ill patient at home, he finds his skills put to the test as Jimmi returns to work at the Mill whilst Joe gets his results.
Norman Is Upstairs
May 14, 2015 · 30 min
A young man shows up at the police station wanted to be locked up. Emma can not decide whether to take him seriously or ask him to leave.
Bumble Bee
May 15, 2015 · 30 min
Al becomes involved in a young woman’s plans for revenge after he goes to the corner shop on his way home. Emma makes plans for a sophisticated evening in with the girls.
A Spade a Spade
May 18, 2015 · 30 min
Mrs Tembe finds her compassion being put to the test as she attempts to help the church refreshments committee's latest member.
Mods and Rockers
May 19, 2015 · 30 min
When Daniel meets Michael for the first time, sparks start to fly giving Jimmi the chance to stir up trouble as a Mod and Rocker start to settle an old score.
By the Lake
May 20, 2015 · 30 min
Rob goes fishing and runs into a friendly fellow angler, but the stranger’s troubled past that has come back to haunt him.
Flying Carpets
May 21, 2015 · 30 min
Daniel attempts to help an estranged father who has found out that his son has cancer. Sid feels Zara’s wrath after he gets involved in a case outside of his area.
Mystic Madge
May 22, 2015 · 30 min
Rob attempts to track down a door-to-door thief and confidence trickster.
Deeper
May 26, 2015 · 30 min
Returning home, Zara now has to face the consequences as a planned fire drill goes out of control.
Plus One
May 27, 2015 · 30 min
Even though they are no longer a couple, Niamh and Al go to a wedding together and they’re not the only ones finding the whole setup a bit uncomfortable.
Joint Lock
May 28, 2015 · 30 min
Sid becomes a hero. Zara realises that her marriage is in crisis.
Little Brother
May 29, 2015 · 30 min
Karen finds herself stuck in the middle of an unusual sibling feud. Daniel is backed into a corner by Zara.
Subsidence
Jun 1, 2015 · 30 min
Whilst Karen and Rob suffer the stress of relocating, Jimmi and Daniel find themselves clashing over a patient.
Strike a Pose
Jun 2, 2015 · 30 min
Heston manages to show that not all GP's are immune to mistakes after putting his own foot in it.
Father Figure
Jun 3, 2015 · 30 min
Heston finds himself in an uncomfortable territory. Daniel’s rage manages to get the better of him.
Down and Up
Jun 4, 2015 · 30 min
Sid runs into a young woman who believes that she has just missed out on meeting her soulmate, and he is shocked to find out that she could be correct.
Fair Game
Jun 5, 2015 · 30 min
Rob investigates a case involving a missing burglar and an odd residence known as The Birdhouse. Daniel loses his temper with Zara.
C Pass
Jun 8, 2015 · 30 min
Al comes to the assistance of an old friend after a student accuses him of sexual harassment as Emma ends up slipping up.
The Other Foot
Jun 9, 2015 · 30 min
As things between Sid and Zara come to a head, Daniel finds himself struggling to come up with a diagnosis leaving Howard to find a solution.
The Doctor
Jun 10, 2015 · 30 min
A troubled Jimmi attempts to help an autistic boy with a Doctor Who obsession at the police station. He is later forced to put his own issues to one side after he finds out that th
Sensitive Skin
Jun 11, 2015 · 30 min
Daniel talks to a young couple who want Botox, but what they really require is something to inject some trust back into their relationship.
The Neighbours from Hull
Jun 12, 2015 · 30 min
Karen meets her new neighbours, who are very friendly. Zara has some surprising news to tell Howard and Emma.
Ghost
Jun 15, 2015 · 30 min
Niamh tries to help her friend Maria when her past comes back to haunt her as Emma and Howard have trouble when they run out of fuel on their way to a conference.
Truth or Dare
Jun 16, 2015 · 30 min
Jimmi is investigating the death of a student but doubts it is as simple as they think as Sid ends up fighting back following a confrontation with Zara.
Everybody Needs Somebody
Jun 17, 2015 · 30 min
Howard is surprised after somebody from his past shows up at the police station.
Waiting for Gordon
Jun 18, 2015 · 30 min
Ayesha wakes up with Sid but then finds his constant attention too much to deal with. Howard feels inspired after meeting with an old friend.
Touch and Go
Jun 19, 2015 · 30 min
Howard has an idea for Emma whilst Mrs Tembe is given some pause for thought by Ayesha.
A Fine Romance
Jun 22, 2015 · 30 min
Niamh has to set aside her embarrassment when helping an old family friend as Ayesha smells a rat when Karen feels that she is cursed.
Climb Every Mountain
Jun 23, 2015 · 30 min
Sid's attempts to prove himself go badly wrong leaving Zara determined to cut short his career as Howard and Emma work on who they want to take part in their new project.
Indefensible
Jun 24, 2015 · 30 min
Ayesha finds herself playing the role of peacemaker between a single mother and her neighbour as tensions rise between Howard and Emma.
In the Line of Duty
Jun 25, 2015 · 30 min
Jimmi finds it hard to deal with his anger after a police officer is hurt in the line of duty. Zara’s bullying of Sid reaches a new level which shocks them both.
Mean Girls
Jun 26, 2015 · 30 min
Mrs Tembe attempts to help a bride stand up to her domineering sister. Zara is not pleased after Daniel challenges Michael’s research.
A Quiet Life
Jul 20, 2015 · 30 min
Karen finds out the sad truth behind a patient's unorthodox views to helping his sick wife. Daniel and Zara fall out during a meeting at Joe's nursery.
End of Episode
Jul 21, 2015 · 30 min
Heston attempts to help a woman deal with her husband's suicide. Howard is forced to face up to his past. Daniel attempts to win back Zara.
It
Jul 22, 2015 · 30 min
A patient of Niamh's appears to be hiding something as Howard's revelations have left Emma reeling as Zara tries to salvage her reputation.
Trust Me I'm a Doctor
Jul 23, 2015 · 30 min
Al is torn between the personal and professional after an old college friend shows up for a consultation.
Chef's Special
Jul 24, 2015 · 30 min
The staff fight and squabble behind the scenes on a night out. A couple of couples from the Mill enjoy a candlelit dinner.
The Laughing Gnome
Jul 27, 2015 · 30 min
As the new working week starts at the Mill, it is business as usual as Rob deals with the mysterious disappearance of a gnome.
Blind Spot
Jul 28, 2015 · 30 min
At the Campus, Ayesha helps Sid to run a Sun Awareness stall as Heston and Zara find themselves clashing over at the Mill.
Insignificant
Jul 29, 2015 · 30 min
Mrs. Tembe comes across a disturbed young man as a face from Niamh's past arrives to see her as Jimmi ends up hitting a raw nerve with Emma.
Zero Tolerance
Jul 30, 2015 · 30 min
Daniel ends up losing his cool. Niamh opens up about her family's past.
Slipping Through the Cracks
Jul 31, 2015 · 30 min
Rob and Jimmi find out about unusual transaction. Zara thinks the worst. Niamh finds her eyes being opened to the truth.
Spandex and Secrets
Aug 3, 2015 · 30 min
Emma looks for Al's perspective on the menopause. Niamh reveals Sean's sexuality to her colleagues. Heston is not impressed when he has to wear stolen Lycra.
Lady Brenda
Aug 4, 2015 · 30 min
Sid finally hits his stride at work. Karen sees half a century of marriage go down the pan.
Housemates
Aug 5, 2015 · 30 min
Howard has to play by the book. Sean pushes Niamh’s buttons.
Sticks and Stones
Aug 6, 2015 · 30 min
Howard’s Respect at Work meeting does not go to plan after tempers fray and some home truths are dished out. Sid is at his end of placement review and can't wait to find out if he
Someone Like You
Aug 7, 2015 · 30 min
Emma’s romantic weekend away with Howard begins badly after an injury puts him out of action. Sean goes clubbing with Niamh.
Seen and Not Heard
Aug 10, 2015 · 30 min
DCI Driver ends up in danger during an undercover operation and with Rob unable to wait for backup he rushes in alone. The truth about Emma's weekend with Howard is causing them bo
The Ring
Aug 11, 2015 · 30 min
Karen feels suspicious after she questions somebody about a missing ring and she is determined to get to the truth. Some plans are made for Sid's last day.
Noli Me Tangere
Aug 12, 2015 · 30 min
Mrs Tembe attempts to help a young girl who has made some shocking claims about her father. Niamh feels suspicious about Sean’s new friend.
Treehouse
Aug 13, 2015 · 30 min
Shots are fired during a car chase. Emma’s in the wrong place at the wrong time and is left feeling scared for her life as she attempts to save another life. But things are about t
Manhunt
Aug 14, 2015 · 30 min
DCI Driver is in charge of the investigation into the previous day’s shooting, but ends up being undermined after a superior officer shows up and takes charge.
Bad Samaritan
Aug 17, 2015 · 30 min
Mrs Tembe has a run in with somebody whose importance she doesn't realise, Howard attempts to become involved in a clinical matter.
Injecting a Little Spice
Aug 18, 2015 · 30 min
Driver needs to try and balance her personal and professional life as the investigation continues. Rob enjoys a day off with Karen. Daniel is worried after an elderly couple come t
Best Served Cold
Aug 19, 2015 · 30 min
Jimmi takes a look at Weston and reports back to Noakes. Rob finds himself being drawn into the investigation. Heston becomes involved in a battle involving ice-cream vans.
The Letterbox
Aug 20, 2015 · 30 min
Ayesha attempts to help a mother and daughter who have a shadow hanging over them.
The Prince
Aug 21, 2015 · 30 min
Rob interviews Weston and he finds the past coming back to haunt him.
Let Them All Talk
Aug 24, 2015 · 30 min
The latest counselling session sees a bombshell being dropped as Rob tries to get Weston to talk as 'Treehouse'.
Golden Ticket
Aug 25, 2015 · 30 min
Plans to put Weston in a safe house leaves him in danger as two siblings end up fighting each other over a missing lottery ticket.
Breaking Point
Aug 26, 2015 · 30 min
Weston is still at large and Noakes is on the warpath and turns his suspicions on Rob and Jimmi.
Shambles
Aug 27, 2015 · 30 min
Zara's suspicions regarding her friend's fiance mean there's no chance their wedding will go ahead without a hitch. Howard and Daisy talk to a potential witness to the ambush.
Reborn
Aug 28, 2015 · 30 min
Niamh tries to help a trans woman who questions her decision to live as a woman following an attack on her home. Rob receives a much-needed wake-up call. Mrs Tembe challenges Hesto
Take Two
Sep 1, 2015 · 30 min
Heston starts recording his wine vlog. Ayesha has a very unusual blind date experience.
Corked
Sep 2, 2015 · 30 min
Heston meets up with an old friend and is taken aback by her outrageous behaviour.
An Act of Charity
Sep 3, 2015 · 30 min
Heston is on a high, and Howard has an awkward duty to perform.
Drop Dead
Sep 4, 2015 · 30 min
Karen puts herself at risk to help Rob. News of Heston's vlog spreads like wildfire.
Sea Whispers
Sep 7, 2015 · 30 min
Daniel and Zara work together to earn the trust of a traumatised young runaway.
Busted
Sep 8, 2015 · 30 min
Ayesha helps a student to face up to his problems. Andy is growing restless.
The Bingo Conspiracy
Sep 9, 2015 · 30 min
Mrs Tembe helps an unconventional care home resident come to terms with his wife's death.
The Heart of England
Sep 10, 2015 · 30 min
Andy plays his final card. Rob hunts down the mole. Mrs Tembe dances for a good cause.
The Reader
Sep 11, 2015 · 30 min
Daisy's mask slips. Rob worries for his career. There's a new face at the Mill.
Resilience
Sep 14, 2015 · 30 min
Noakes tries to make amends with his colleagues. Ayesha finds herself tricked by Hayden.
A Very Reverend Institution
Sep 15, 2015 · 30 min
Mrs Tembe gets caught up when members of the Women's Institute kidnap the local vicar.
Bitter Pill
Sep 16, 2015 · 30 min
Al and Hayden get off on the wrong foot. Jimmi has a blast from the past.
Big Girls Don't Cry
Sep 17, 2015 · 30 min
Niamh faces a tough situation when a young woman's mother becomes ill.
Safety Net
Sep 18, 2015 · 30 min
Al is literally left holding the baby when a young girl gives birth and runs away.
In Search of Happiness
Sep 21, 2015 · 30 min
Hayden meets a man desperate to feel happy again - at any cost.
The Hatchling
Sep 22, 2015 · 30 min
Zara helps a patient save an abandoned bird's egg. Mrs Tembe launches Project Happiness.
Reawakening
Sep 23, 2015 · 30 min
Daniel helps a man come to terms with his forgotten past.
The Pain Barrier
Sep 24, 2015 · 30 min
Al has to intervene in a conflict between a patient and his carer.
Marrow
Sep 25, 2015 · 30 min
The aftermath of the Challenge Max celebrations cause Al some discomfort.
A Proper Copper
Sep 28, 2015 · 30 min
Howard panics when Al disappears with important paperwork.
All the Time in the World
Sep 29, 2015 · 30 min
Mrs Tembe pushes the staff for happiness goals. Zara deals with an unexpected visitor.
Fallen Hero
Sep 30, 2015 · 30 min
Niamh deals with a former army major who is struggling to cope with the truth.
The Man Who Was King
Oct 1, 2015 · 30 min
Al has an important decision to make, while Hayden isn't his usual self.
Spin Doctor
Oct 2, 2015 · 30 min
Emma gets the shock of her life when she finally works out what's causing her symptoms.
Conclusions
Oct 5, 2015 · 30 min
The death of his father-in-law causes an ex-pat to make a decision about his own future.
Time of My Life
Oct 6, 2015 · 30 min
Zara asks Sid to come back. Emma talks to Ayesha and Niamh about the pregnancy.
Spectre of the Rose
Oct 7, 2015 · 30 min
Ayesha's threat to expose Hayden backfires, and Emma drops her bombshell on Howard.
Troubled Waters
Oct 8, 2015 · 30 min
Howard tries to make sense of Emma's revelation, and Mrs Tembe has a brainwave.
Clarity
Oct 9, 2015 · 30 min
Emma makes a big decision. Howard shocks Daniel with an admission about his past.
It Starts with the Shoes
Oct 12, 2015 · 30 min
Karen helps a man to find some high heels, but are they really a present for his sister?
Girl about Town
Oct 13, 2015 · 30 min
Sid helps a blogger come to terms with who she is, and Ayesha has a confession to make.
No Smoke without Fire
Oct 14, 2015 · 30 min
Al gets caught up with a gang from the Churchill Estate.
The Odd Couple
Oct 16, 2015 · 30 min
Niamh helps an odd couple who can't see eye to eye. Howard and Emma go out for coffee.
Junction 10
Feb 9, 2016
Daniel, Sid and Anthony compete in their 90 minute charity cycle race. Karen looks in on a patient, Nicola, when her daughter reports her missing. Valerie plans her funeral music.
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Feb 25, 2016
With a mad gunman with a Nazi tattoo on the loose and the Campus surgery in lock-down, Daniel has to deal with a kid who also has a Nazi tattoo, and an older guy with heart problem