The Only Way Is Essex 2010
What is The Only Way Is Essex?
The Only Way Is Essex is a British reality television series that follows the lives of a group of real-life individuals. The show is a mix of soap opera and reality television, capturing the daily happenings and interactions of the cast as they meet at various locations such as nail bars, nightclubs, and salons.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2010
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 429
- Runtime
- 60 minutes
- First aired
- Oct 10, 2010
- Last aired
- May 18, 2026
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- GB
- Networks
- ITV2, ITVBe
- Genres
- Reality
- Updated
Where to watch
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Overview
The Only Way Is Essex is a British reality television series that follows the lives of a group of real-life individuals. The show is a mix of soap opera and reality television, capturing the daily happenings and interactions of the cast as they meet at various locations such as nail bars, nightclubs, and salons. The series features action filmed just a few days prior to each episode, providing a glimpse into the lives of the cast members. The show premiered on ITV2 and later moved to ITVBe in October 2014, showcasing the personal and professional relationships of the individuals involved.
Should you watch it?
“Follow the lives, loves and scandals of a group of real-life Essex residents.”
- captures recent real-life events
- features glamorous locations
- focuses on personal scandals
Watch it if you enjoy reality television that blends soap opera elements with real-life happenings.
The series features interpersonal drama and social situations set in various public venues.
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Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide & lore primer →- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Oct 10, 2010
- E2 Episode 2 Core Oct 13, 2010
- E3 Episode 3 Core Oct 17, 2010
- E4 Episode 4 Core Oct 20, 2010
- E5 Episode 5 Core Oct 24, 2010
- E6 Episode 6 Core Oct 27, 2010
- E7 Episode 7 Core Oct 31, 2010
- E8 Episode 8 Core Nov 3, 2010
- E9 Episode 9 Core Nov 7, 2010
- E10 Episode 10 Core Nov 10, 2010
- E11 Episode 11 Mytharc Nov 14, 2010
- E12 Episode 12 Mytharc Nov 17, 2010
Season 2 · 14 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Mar 20, 2011
- E2 Episode 2 Core Mar 23, 2011
- E3 Epsiode 3 Core Mar 27, 2011
- E4 Episode 4 Core Mar 30, 2011
- E5 Episode 5 Core Apr 3, 2011
- E6 Episode 6 Core Apr 6, 2011
- E7 Episode 7 Core Apr 10, 2011
- E8 Episode 8 Core Apr 13, 2011
- E9 Episode 9 Core Apr 17, 2011
- E10 Episode 10 Core Apr 20, 2011
- E11 Episode 11 Core Apr 24, 2011
- E12 Episode 12 Core Apr 27, 2011
- E13 Episode 13 Mytharc May 1, 2011
- E14 Episode 14 Mytharc May 4, 2011
Season 3 · 14 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Sep 25, 2011
- E2 Episode 2 Core Sep 28, 2011
- E3 Episode 3 Core Oct 2, 2011
- E4 Episode 4 Core Oct 5, 2011
- E5 Episode 5 Core Oct 9, 2011
- E6 Episode 6 Core Oct 12, 2011
- E7 Episode 7 Core Oct 16, 2011
- E8 Episode 8 Core Oct 19, 2011
- E9 Episode 9 Core Oct 23, 2011
- E10 Episode 10 Core Oct 26, 2011
- E11 Episode 11 Core Oct 30, 2011
- E12 Episode 12 Core Nov 2, 2011
- E13 Episode 13 Mytharc Nov 6, 2011
- E14 Episode 14 Mytharc Nov 9, 2011
Season 4 · 10 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Jan 29, 2012
- E2 Episode 2 Core Feb 1, 2012
- E3 Episode 3 Core Feb 5, 2012
- E4 Episode 4 Mytharc Feb 8, 2012
- E5 Episode 5 Core Feb 12, 2012
- E6 Episode 6 Core Feb 15, 2012
- E7 Episode 7 Core Feb 19, 2012
- E8 Episode 8 Core Feb 22, 2012
- E9 Episode 9 Mytharc Feb 26, 2012
- E10 Episode 10 Mytharc Feb 29, 2012
Season 5 · 10 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mytharc Apr 15, 2012
- E2 Episode 2 Mytharc Apr 18, 2012
- E3 Episode 3 Core Apr 22, 2012
- E4 Episode 4 Core Apr 25, 2012
- E5 Episode 5 Core Apr 29, 2012
- E6 Episode 6 Core May 13, 2012
- E7 Episode 7 Mytharc May 16, 2012
- E8 Episode 8 Core May 20, 2012
- E9 Episode 9 Mytharc May 23, 2012
- E10 Episode 10 Mytharc May 27, 2012
Frequently asked questions
What is the show about?
The show follows the lives, loves and scandals of a group of real-life Essex guys and girls.
Where is the show filmed?
The cast is filmed at various locations including nail bars, nightclubs and salons.
How current is the content?
Each episode features action that was filmed just a few days prior to broadcast.
What genre is this series?
The show is described as part soap opera and part reality show.
Who is in the show?
The series features a group of real-life guys and girls from Essex.
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