Hollyoaks Christmas spoilers follow.
Coming up on Hollyoaks, the show focuses on Christmas Day for four separate families – with the festive drama playing out across four episodes in the weeks commencing Monday 22 December and Monday 29 December.
Today, we’re taking an in-pictures look at the episodes airing on Monday 29 December and Tuesday 30 December, which focus on the Clarks/Maaliks and and the Lomaxes/Hays respectively. Show bosses had previously promised a peak in Ste and Lucas’s violence storyline during the festive period, so they’re sure to be ones to watch…
1. Monday 29 December: It’s Christmas Day at Misbah’s house

She spends the day with Donny, Dillon, Gemma and Vicky.
2. Monday 29 December: Vicky takes a selfie

The family are all smiles… but this is a soap Christmas, so could that change?
3. Monday 29 December: The family enjoy opening presents together

Everyone seems to be in high spirits.
4. Monday 29 December: Donny and Misbah are battling through a frosty atmosphere

Recent events have taken a toll on their relationship – and things still aren’t fully back on track.
5. Monday 29 December: Donny is keen to make amends with Misbah

He also wants to enjoy spending the day with both of his daughters for the first time, so there’s a lot of expectation surrounding Christmas this year.
6. Monday 29 December: Donny and Misbah kiss

Things seem to be getting back on track, but there’s a shock in store when the sex worker Donny recently spent the night with turns up, demanding cash! Will Donny be able to keep this visit a secret?
7. Monday 29 December: Viewers also get a glimpse at the Osbornes’ Christmas

Darren, Nancy, Charlie, Jack, Pearl and Frankie all celebrate.
8. Monday 29 December: The Osbornes make it a special day for Oscar

He’s treated to plenty of presents.
9. Monday 29 December: Jack is appearing in each of Hollyoaks’ four Christmas episodes this year

The episodes see Jack and Pearl making their way around the different houses, handing out presents and spreading festive cheer.
10. Monday 29 December: Jack and Pearl dance together at the Osborne house

They sway to Sinatra, next to the Christmas tree.
11. Monday 29 December: Jack couldn’t be happier

The festive episodes include Jack’s plans to propose to Pearl, but will everything go according to plan?
12. Monday 29 December: Pearl and Jack embrace

Let’s hope one couple can stay happy!
13. Monday 29 December: Pearl and Jack pose next to the Christmas tree

And once you’ve finished the gallery, don’t miss our exclusive chat with Dawn Hope and Jimmy McKenna, who play the happy couple.
14. Tuesday 30 December: The focus shifts again for the final episode of the Christmas fortnight

Time for Ste, Leela, Lucas and Daniel to take centre stage.
15. Tuesday 30 December: Ste and Leela hand out presents

The family tries to put on a united front after a difficult time.
16. Tuesday 30 December: It’s a festive miracle to have Ste and Leela back on good terms

They’ve been clashing ever since Lucas’s false allegations against his dad.
17. Tuesday 30 December: Ste was given a reprieve at the last minute

His Christmas started alone in his messy flat – until Leela invited him to be part of the family’s celebrations after all.
18. Tuesday 30 December: It’s a double celebration for Daniel

He’s also celebrating his birthday.
19. Tuesday 30 December: Leela enjoys treating Daniel

A happy day.
20. Tuesday 30 December: Ste’s smile hides a troubling dilemma

Rex has encouraged him to be honest with everyone about Lucas’s violence. But can Ste bring himself to do it? How will this story change during the festive period?