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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Episode guide
Season 1 · 12 episodes
Open the complete Season 1 guide →- E1 Episode 1 Oct 10, 2010
- E2 Episode 2 Oct 13, 2010
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 17, 2010
- E4 Episode 4 Oct 20, 2010
- E5 Episode 5 Oct 24, 2010
- E6 Episode 6 Oct 27, 2010
- E7 Episode 7 Oct 31, 2010
- E8 Episode 8 Nov 3, 2010
- E9 Episode 9 Nov 7, 2010
- E10 Episode 10 Nov 10, 2010
- E11 Episode 11 Nov 14, 2010
- E12 Episode 12 Nov 17, 2010
Season 2 · 14 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Mar 20, 2011
- E2 Episode 2 Mar 23, 2011
- E3 Epsiode 3 Mar 27, 2011
- E4 Episode 4 Mar 30, 2011
- E5 Episode 5 Apr 3, 2011
- E6 Episode 6 Apr 6, 2011
- E7 Episode 7 Apr 10, 2011
- E8 Episode 8 Apr 13, 2011
- E9 Episode 9 Apr 17, 2011
- E10 Episode 10 Apr 20, 2011
- E11 Episode 11 Apr 24, 2011
- E12 Episode 12 Apr 27, 2011
- E13 Episode 13 May 1, 2011
- E14 Episode 14 May 4, 2011
Season 3 · 14 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Sep 25, 2011
- E2 Episode 2 Sep 28, 2011
- E3 Episode 3 Oct 2, 2011
- E4 Episode 4 Oct 5, 2011
- E5 Episode 5 Oct 9, 2011
- E6 Episode 6 Oct 12, 2011
- E7 Episode 7 Oct 16, 2011
- E8 Episode 8 Oct 19, 2011
- E9 Episode 9 Oct 23, 2011
- E10 Episode 10 Oct 26, 2011
- E11 Episode 11 Oct 30, 2011
- E12 Episode 12 Nov 2, 2011
- E13 Episode 13 Nov 6, 2011
- E14 Episode 14 Nov 9, 2011
Season 4 · 10 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jan 29, 2012
- E2 Episode 2 Feb 1, 2012
- E3 Episode 3 Feb 5, 2012
- E4 Episode 4 Feb 8, 2012
- E5 Episode 5 Feb 12, 2012
- E6 Episode 6 Feb 15, 2012
- E7 Episode 7 Feb 19, 2012
- E8 Episode 8 Feb 22, 2012
- E9 Episode 9 Feb 26, 2012
- E10 Episode 10 Feb 29, 2012
Season 5 · 10 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Apr 15, 2012
- E2 Episode 2 Apr 18, 2012
- E3 Episode 3 Apr 22, 2012
- E4 Episode 4 Apr 25, 2012
- E5 Episode 5 Apr 29, 2012
- E6 Episode 6 May 13, 2012
- E7 Episode 7 May 16, 2012
- E8 Episode 8 May 20, 2012
- E9 Episode 9 May 23, 2012
- E10 Episode 10 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.