Emmerdale
The lives of several families in the Yorkshire Dales revolve around a farm and the nearby village. With murders, affairs, lies, deceit, laughter and tears, it's all there in the village.
Watch coverage
This show airs a few months a year. Most plans bill you all 12.
Subscribe ~2 months · skip the other 4
Notes & ratings
0 ratings
0 notes
Season 15
-
1
E1
Episode 1012 (Tue 7th Jan 1986)
Alan Turner has a romantic evening planned for Mrs Bates - but he's reckoned without Seth Armstrong.
Jan 7, 1986 -
2
E2
Episode 1013 (Thu 9th Jan 1986)
Harry shoots his mouth off about the robbery money so Keith and Derek sort him out. Meanwhile, Matt worries about the state of Harry's sheep, and Harry doesn't take kindly to his interference.
Jan 9, 1986 -
3
E3
Episode 1014 (Tue 14th Jan 1986)
Pat and Jack learn the sex of their baby, however Jackie, still upset over his break-up with Sita, is not happy at the news of a new addition to the family. Meanwhile, Matt and Harry's feud continues when some of Harry's sheep die in Matt's care.
Jan 14, 1986 -
4
E4
Episode 1015 (Thu 16th Jan 1986)
Jackie and Sita have a blazing row before deciding to split permanently. Meanwhile, Harry kicks up a fuss over the dead sheep in The Woolpack.
Jan 16, 1986 -
5
E5
Episode 1016 (Tue 21st Jan 1986)
Harry makes a pass at a terrified Dolly and Matt says Harry won't be doing that ever again...
Jan 21, 1986 -
6
E6
Episode 1017 (Thu 23rd Jan 1986)
Matt violently confronts Harry, who takes a tumble and is left with a head injury. Meanwhile, Jack comforts Jackie over his messy break-up with Sita.
Jan 23, 1986 -
7
E7
Episode 1018 (Tue 28th Jan 1986)
Henry is horrified to witness Harry take his final breath, and Matt is arrested on suspicion of murder. Meanwhile, Seth enjoys messing with Alan's weight loss attempt.
Jan 28, 1986 -
8
E8
Episode 1019 (Thu 30th Jan 1986)
Matt's strong motive is established, and Matt is charged with Harry's murder. Meanwhile, Alan begins hankering after Harry's land...
Jan 30, 1986 -
9
E9
Episode 1020 (Tue 4th Feb 1986)
The Sugdens are in shock after discovering Matt has been charged with Harry's murder. Donald is horrified to see how severe Harry's injuries looked after identifying his body, whilst Alan is insensitive towards Seth's feelings.
Feb 4, 1986 -
10
E10
Episode 1021 (Thu 6th Feb 1986)
Sandie comes forward as a witness to the armed robbery in October 1985, although DS Webb is furious at how long she's taken. Meanwhile, Matt confesses to Dolly that he wanted Harry dead.
Feb 6, 1986 -
11
E11
Episode 1022 (Tue 11th Feb 1986)
Derek is released from custody despite Sandie's statement. Meanwhile, Matt's solicitor advises him to plead guilty to manslaughter, whilst Seth tampers with Alan's scales.
Feb 11, 1986 -
12
E12
Episode 1023 (Thu 13th Feb 1986)
Henry convinces Matt to sack his lawyer and hire Mr Barrett instead. Meanwhile, Alan takes his weight loss too seriously and ends up neglecting his duties.
Feb 13, 1986 -
13
E13
Episode 1024 (Tue 18th Feb 1986)
Henry helps Matt discover evidence to potentially put Matt in the clear for Harry's murder, whilst Jackie is disappointed when Kathy shows no interest in the farm animals.
Feb 18, 1986 -
14
E14
Episode 1025 (Thu 20th Feb 1986)
Matt is thrilled to learn there is a strong chance he will be found not guilty of murder, whilst Alan begins to suspect Seth has been tampering with his scales.
Feb 20, 1986 -
15
E15
Episode 1026 (Tue 25th Feb 1986)
Sgt. MacArthur and DS Webb clash over Matt's innocence, whilst Amos snaps at Bill when Bill tells Jock that Matt did everyone a favour. Also, Dolly is upset to be given a frosty reception by Sally.
Feb 25, 1986 -
16
E16
Episode 1027 (Thu 27th Feb 1986)
Jack is insistent on getting Harry's land, despite Henry and Annie's objections. Meanwhile, Dolly finds a true friend in Liz.
Feb 27, 1986 -
17
E17
Episode 1028 (Tue 4th March 1986)
Jack and Alan try go all lengths to get Harry's land, and Karen is infuriated by Alan trying to get her to pull some strings for him.
Mar 4, 1986 -
18
E18
Episode 1029 (Thu 6th March 1986)
Matt opens up to Annie, whilst Jackie devises a plan to get Harry's land.
Mar 6, 1986 -
19
E19
Episode 1030 (Tue 11th March 1986)
Alan throws a tantrum when Jack's bid for Harry's land is accepted, and is almost thrown out of The Woolpack by Amos. Meanwhile, Amos tries to stop Donald for getting Derek to repair his electrics but fails, whilst Dolly is touched when she learns the reason behind Sgt. MacArthur's visit.
Mar 11, 1986 -
20
E20
Episode 1031 (Thu 13th March 1986)
Amos is horrified when the cellar fills with water and the labels come off the vintage wine bottles, whilst Matt thinks he will still be found guilty.
Mar 13, 1986 -
21
E21
Episode 1032 (Tue 18th March 1986)
Alan tricks Amos, and gets on Henry's bad side. Meanwhile, Karen refuses to be friends with Jack whilst Annie is thrilled to learn Joe is coming home.
Mar 18, 1986 -
22
E22
Episode 1033 (Thu 20th March 1986)
Alan is horrified when the wine rack falls over in The Woolpack cellar - and blames Seth! Meanwhile, Donald is horrified to learn that Derek has been fixing his electrics with stolen goods.
Mar 20, 1986 -
23
E23
Episode 1034 (Tue 25th March 1986)
Harry's burial takes place, however Seth is the only mourner. Meanwhile, the Sugdens are thrilled when Joe returns home. Also, Derek tries to avoid Donald.
Mar 25, 1986 -
24
E24
Episode 1035 (Thu 27th March 1986)
Matt finally opens up to Dolly, whilst Jackie realises someone has been in the shelter.
Mar 27, 1986 -
25
E25
Episode 1036 (Tue 1st April 1986)
The deceased Harry becomes a suspect for the armed robbery, whilst Alan decides to apply for the regional manager job. Also, Amos is teased by the customers because of his eye patch.
Apr 1, 1986 -
26
E26
Episode 1037 (Thu 3rd April 1986)
The police catch Derek and Keith digging up the money - Keith is arrested, however Derek gets away. After holding Donald hostage, he is convinced to give himself up.
Apr 3, 1986 -
27
E27
Episode 1038 (Tue 8th April 1986)
Matt is furious to have wasted three months of his life due to his conviction. Meanwhile, Jackie finally demolishes the shelter on Mowlam's Farm.
Apr 8, 1986 -
28
E28
Episode 1039 (Thu 10th April 1986)
Pat and Jack are disappointed when Pat has a false labour. Meanwhile, Sandie is angry over Pat's baby as Pat didn't want her to have Louise.
Apr 10, 1986 -
29
E29
Episode 1040 (Tue 15th April 1986)
Jack worries to Annie that he may fail as a father. Meanwhile, Amos has cash register trouble.
Apr 15, 1986 -
30
E30
Episode 1041 (Thu 17th April 1986)
Sandie's feelings about Pat's baby are revealed. Meanwhile, Alan keeps a close eye on Joe. Also, Amos revels in the new cash register.
Apr 17, 1986 -
31
E31
Episode 1042 (Tue 22nd April 1986)
Pat unexpectedly has a home birth and has a healthy baby boy. Meanwhile, Joe admits he is jealous of Jack's life. Also, Jackie and Kathy bond over a drink.
Apr 22, 1986 -
32
E32
Episode 1043 (Thu 24th April 1986)
Joe is over the moon to learn he has gotten the regional manager job, but Alan is furious. Meanwhile, Pat decides to name the baby "Robert Jacob Sugden".
Apr 24, 1986 -
33
E33
Episode 1044 (Tue 29th April 1986)
Alan's sulking causes he and Joe to clash over numerous problems. Also, Jack asks Joe to be Robert's godfather.
Apr 29, 1986 -
34
E34
Episode 1045 (Thu 1st May 1986)
Amos and Dolly are delighted when they are asked to be Robert's godparents. Meanwhile, Joe is interested to hear the ill Arthur has nobody to leave his businesses to.
May 1, 1986 -
35
E35
Episode 1046 (Tue 6th May 1986)
Seth is horrified to discover his bike has been stolen, unaware it was by Donald. Meanwhile, Joe plans to obtain the Hotten Cattle Market.
May 6, 1986 -
36
E36
Episode 1047 (Thu 8th May 1986)
Joe is annoyed when Arthur refuses to sell to NY Estates, whilst Henry is amused to learn Donald stole Seth's bike.
May 8, 1986 -
37
E37
Episode 1048 (Tue 13th May 1986)
Donald returns Seth's bike without getting caught, but Seth decides to play a game with the villagers. Meanwhile, Joe pesters Arthur over the cattle market.
May 13, 1986 -
38
E38
Episode 1049 (Thu 15th May 1986)
Jack and Matt realise how much Joe has changed, and Annie worries a confrontation between Jack and Joe is inevitable. Meanwhile, Donald and Henry are confused when Seth hides the fact his bike has been returned.
May 15, 1986 -
39
E39
Episode 1050 (Tue 20th May 1986)
Henry convinces Mr Golding to not sell Hotten Cattle Market to NY Estates, instead making Karen director. Meanwhile, Jackie and Kathy connect over their parents splitting.
May 20, 1986 -
40
E40
Episode 1051 (Thu 22nd May 1986)
Robert's christening takes place. Meanwhile, Christopher Meadows orders Joe to get the Hotten Cattle Market from Arthur.
May 22, 1986 -
41
E41
Episode 1052 (Tue 27th May 1986)
NY Estates purchases the Hotten Cattle Market, but Joe immediately puts his foot in it by bringing up Jack and Karen's affair. Meanwhile, Kathy is unimpressed when Jackie moves back to Emmerdale Farm.
May 27, 1986 -
42
E42
Episode 1053 (Thu 29th May 1986)
Dolly decides to tackle Matt about having another child. Can she put their marriage to rights?
May 29, 1986 -
43
E43
Episode 1054 (Tue 3rd June 1986)
Joe is forced into a confrontation with Sandie but he's reckoned without taking Jack on too.
Jun 3, 1986 -
44
E44
Episode 1055 (Thu 5th June 1986)
Jackie discovers he has a rival for Kathy. Has he thrown all his chances away?
Jun 5, 1986 -
45
E45
Episode 1056 (Tue 10th June 1986)
Amos is at a loose end - and that can only mean trouble for Henry!
Jun 10, 1986 -
46
E46
Episode 1057 (Thu 12th June 1986)
Jack is determined to scotch Joe's plans, but is he risking the future of the farm into the bargain?
Jun 12, 1986 -
47
E47
Episode 1058 (Tue 17th June 1986)
Is there romance in the air for Joe and Karen?
Jun 17, 1986 -
48
E48
Episode 1059 (Thu 19th June 1986)
As the conflict between Jack and Joe comes to a head at the farm, Seth makes a surprising discovery about Alan and Caroline!
Jun 19, 1986 -
49
E49
Episode 1060 (Tue 24th June 1986)
When Seth is in trouble with his wife, the last thing he needs is any help from Amos!
Jun 24, 1986 -
50
E50
Episode 1061 (Thu 26th June 1986)
Annie hopes a day out on the river will help ease the family tensions. Will she be proved right?
Jun 26, 1986 -
51
E51
Episode 1062 (Tue 1st July 1986)
When Amos and Meg bring in changes at The Woolpack, it looks like Seth's drinking days are numbered! The changes don't go down well with Henry either. Meanwhile, Jack to talk to Alan about Emmerdale Farm needing to drain through NY Estate land when Joe refuses, whilst Alan gets a letter from his son Terence.
Jul 1, 1986 -
52
E52
Episode 1063 (Thu 3rd July 1986)
Alan faces a crisis at NY Estates: will he risk his future and fight Joe? Meanwhile, when Jackie puts his foot in it with Kathy, it prompts several conversations about when he will be able to love someone following Sita, and Henry is at his wits end with Meg's interference at The Woolpack.
Jul 3, 1986 -
53
E53
Episode 1064 (Tue 8th July 1986)
On the night of the big dominoes match at The Woolpack, Amos is determined his side will win - but he's reckoned without the interference of Meg!
Jul 8, 1986 -
54
E54
Episode 1065 (Thu 10th July 1986)
Amos and Henry decide when to tell Meg they are relieving her of her cleaning duties. A field is flooded on NY Estates land. Jack is not happy and blames Phil. Luckily Meg says she is handing in her notice so they don't need to tell her. Joe meets Karen outside The Woolpack and they share a kiss.
Jul 10, 1986 -
55
E55
Episode 1066 (Tue 15th July 1986)
Matt brings Dolly her breakfast in bed. She says she has to rush off to the school. Amos is getting ready for the bowls match. Annie gives Dolly a jumper for her birthday. Matt says he is taking them on holiday to Bridlington. Dolly is happy. Alan meets Clifford in the pub but Clifford says he has to rush off. Joe and Phil survey the site for the new farm. Clifford and Peggy decide they will have to sell their herd to pay the rent. A celebratory dinner is held for Dolly's birthday at Emmerdale Farm.
Jul 15, 1986 -
56
E56
Episode 1067 (Thu 17th July 1986)
Annie and Jackie wave Matt and Dolly off as they go to Bridlington. Amos practises for the bowls match with Donald. Donald asks to be considered if Amos is a player short.
Jul 17, 1986 -
57
E57
Episode 1068 (Tue 22nd July 1986)
Jack discovers that Joe and Karen are having an affair. Will it reopen old wounds for him and Pat? Tensions rise between Wilks and Donald as they realise they are fighting for the last spot on the pub bowls team, whilst Jackie tries to reassure Kathy about his past.
Jul 22, 1986 -
58
E58
Episode 1069 (Thu 24th July 1986)
Matt and Dolly try to put their troubles behind them, but find it's not easy to rediscover their old happiness.
Jul 24, 1986 -
59
E59
Episode 1070 (Tue 29th July 1986)
Pat's irritable and suspicious of Karen being linked with Joe. Amos tells Henry he's going to ask Joe to be on the bowling team along with Clifford and Alan
Jul 29, 1986 -
60
E60
Episode 1071 (Thu 31st July 1986)
After attempting to play them off against each other, Henry guesses that Amos is about to ask him to referee the bowls match and flatly refuses. Alan receives notice from Christopher to evict Clifford in order to make way for the poultry units.
Jul 31, 1986 -
61
E61
Episode 1072 (Tue 5th Aug 1986)
Is Joe stabbing Clifford in the back - or is he offering him a helping hand?
Aug 5, 1986 -
62
E62
Episode 173 (Thu 7th Aug 1986)
What is going on at The Woolpack? Whatever it is, it's a lot fishier than Amos expected!
Aug 7, 1986 -
63
E63
Episode 1074 (Tue 12th Aug 1986)
Is this the end of the line for Joe and Karen?
Aug 12, 1986 -
64
E64
Episode 1075 (Thu 14th Aug 1986)
It is time for the Piranha fish to leave The Woolpack, but Amos discovers that's easier said than done!
Aug 14, 1986 -
65
E65
Episode 1076 (Tue 19th Aug 1986)
Joe has made enemies in the village. Will Annie stand by him? Preparations are underway for the barn dance, whilst Clifford and Peggy must make a decision about their future, now the stock has been removed from Lower Hall Farm.
Aug 19, 1986 -
66
E66
Episode 1077 (Thu 21st Aug 1986)
It's the night of the Barn Dance at Emmerdale Farm, but things are looking bleak for Amos.
Aug 21, 1986 -
67
E67
Episode 1078 (Tue 26th Aug 1986)
Pat drives Janie back to the train station, picking up a book for Jack on the way. As she drives along the roads back to Beckindale she swerves to miss a flock of sheep, however hitting one before coming off the road.
Aug 26, 1986 -
68
E68
Episode 1079 (Thu 28th Aug 1986)
Jack struggles with the news of Pat's death. Annie tries to console him. News spreads of the loss around the village.
Aug 28, 1986 -
69
E69
Episode 1080 (Tue 2nd Sept 1986)
It's the day of Pat's funeral. The cars arrive at Emmerdale and the family silently make their way to the church service.
Sep 2, 1986 -
70
E70
Episode 1081 (Thu 4th Sept 1986)
Annie's concerned as Jack barely speaks to anyone and immerses himself in work. Tom sits alone in a pub outside the village.
Sep 4, 1986 -
71
E71
Episode 1082 (Tue 9th Sept 1986)
In the aftermath of Pat's funeral, Jack has grown further and further from his family - and closer to breaking point.
Sep 9, 1986 -
72
E72
Episode 1083 (Thu 11th Sept 1986)
Jack's disappearance from the farm is still unexplained and Annie has become increasingly anxious about him. Alan is preparing for the upcoming cricket match. Jack breaks down and Annie comforts him. Jack realises he has to put his baby son Robert first now.
Sep 11, 1986 -
73
E73
Episode 1084 (Tue 16th Sept 1986)
Jackie's holiday plans are causing more trouble than he bargained for, especially for Kathy.
Sep 16, 1986 -
74
E74
Episode 1085 (Thu 18th Sept 1986)
Will Sandie's interview with Joe mark the start of a new direction in her life? Jack is annoyed when a driver almost causes an accident, especially as his wife recently died in a car crash. Robin Parr comes to the village. He is a friend of Alan. Robin says he was almost attacked by a surly dark haired farmer just now when there was a near accident. Alan realises this is Jack Sugden. Alan says there was a tragedy recently hence why Jack is a bit tense.
Sep 18, 1986 -
75
E75
Episode 1086 (Tue 23rd Sept 1986)
Kathy has little reason to enjoy working at Emmerdale Farm just now - and Jack does nothing to help. Sandie has not got the job, a man named Eric Pollard has the job. Alan is ready for the looming cricket match.
Sep 23, 1986 -
76
E76
Episode 1087 (Thu 25th Sept 1986)
The day of the Beckindale cricket match, and Alan's hopes for a personal triumph are being strangely undermined.
Sep 25, 1986 -
77
E77
Episode 1088 (Tue 30th Sept 1986)
New Hotten Market auctioneer Eric Pollard pays Sandie a visit at her office at Hotten Cattle Market and immediately starts showing her who is boss. Joe makes a big decision about his future, but there could be even bigger decisions ahead for Phil and Sandie. Some gypsies have parked their caravans in the village.
Sep 30, 1986 -
78
E78
Episode 1089 (Thu 2nd Oct 1986)
Amos believes he is the victim of Gypsy's curse - and Seth is more than willing to lend a hand to the Supernatural. Alan introduces Eric to Amos and Henry. Alan says that Sandie is kind of related to Joe.
Oct 2, 1986 -
79
E79
Episode 1090 (Tue 7th Oct 1986)
Harvest time means hard work at Emmerdale Farm, but Jack discovers there's a dangerous price to pay for pushing yourself too hard.
Oct 7, 1986 -
80
E80
Episode 1091 (Thu 9th Oct 1986)
Phil tries to assure Sandie that his marriage is over.
Oct 9, 1986 -
81
E81
Episode 1092 (Tue 14th Oct 1986)
Phil arrives at Emmerdale Farm for dinner and it's not going to be an easy evening for Sandie especially as Annie is hoping his wife will be there.
Oct 14, 1986 -
82
E82
Episode 1093 (Thu 16th Oct 1986)
As Sandie prepares for the Antiques Sale an unexpected encounter brings her face to face with an unpleasant reality.
Oct 16, 1986 -
83
E83
Episode 1094 (Tue 21st Oct 1986)
Joe and Phil stand on the brink of a new future, but what price will their families pay for their ambitions?
Oct 21, 1986 -
84
E84
Episode 1095 (Thu 23rd Oct 1986)
When Joe tries to buy Jack's old home at auction, he hasn't reckoned with his brother's strong attachment to the past.
Oct 23, 1986 -
85
E85
Episode 1096 (Tue 28th Oct 1986)
Phil asks his wife for breathing space, but for Sandie the marriage is well and truly over. However, she may have revealed too much to Dolly, who is starting to get suspicious. Meanwhile, Henry puts the pianola in the bar without Amos' permission, and Jackie holds off on telling Kathy that there is no work for her at the farm.
Oct 28, 1986 -
86
E86
Episode 1097 (Thu 30th Oct 1986)
As the villagers begin to gossip about Sandie and Phil, Sandie worries just what her family will think.
Oct 30, 1986 -
87
E87
Episode 1098 (Tue 4th Nov 1986)
A quiet evening in The Woolpack turns very sour when Lesley comes looking for her husband.
Nov 4, 1986 -
88
E88
Episode 1099 (Thu 6th Nov 1986)
Annie is determined to speak her mind about Sandie and Phil but Sandie's in no mood to listen.
Nov 6, 1986 -
89
E89
Episode 1100 (Tue 11th Nov 1986)
Has Sandie closed the door on her life at Emmerdale Farm?
Nov 11, 1986 -
90
E90
Episode 1101 (Thu 13th Nov 1986)
After Sandie's departure Annie finds little comfort from her family.
Nov 13, 1986 -
91
E91
Episode 1102 (Tue 18th Nov 1986)
Annie has an unexpected visitor. While a bribe helps Amos's badger hunt.
Nov 18, 1986 -
92
E92
Episode 1103 (Tue 20th Nov 1986)
Alan pays a heavy price for a free lunch - and Henry makes a disturbing discovery.
Nov 20, 1986 -
93
E93
Episode 1104 (Thu 25th Nov 1986)
A big day for Emmerdale Farm puts Joe on the spot.
Nov 25, 1986 -
94
E94
Episode 1105 (Thu 27th Nov 1986)
Seth is hailed as a hero - but there's a shock for Phil.
Nov 27, 1986 -
95
E95
Episode 1106 (Tue 2nd Dec 1986)
Phil and Sandie are fast outstaying their welcome in Joe's home and an alarming incident at NY Estates does nothing to soften his mood. A young youth is involved in the incident.
Dec 2, 1986 -
96
E96
Episode 1107 (Thu 4th Dec 1986)
Amos has a big surprise in store for Henry at Christmas. All he has to do now is get it into The Woolpack unnoticed!
Dec 4, 1986 -
97
E97
Episode 1108 (Tue 9th Dec 1986)
Christmas comes early for Sandie when Phil finds them a new home.
Dec 9, 1986 -
98
E98
Episode 1109 (Thu 11th Dec 1986)
Sandie and Phil are forced to invite Archie to stay for a meal when he arrives for his money and they are unable to pay him.
Dec 11, 1986 -
99
E99
Episode 1110 (Tue 16th Dec 1986)
Preparations get underway for Alan's N.Y. Estates gathering. Seth expects the party to be boring and secretly plans to spice it up.
Dec 16, 1986 -
100
E100
Episode 1111 (Thu 18th Dec 1986)
The Sugden family gathers on Christmas Eve for the nativity play, and Jack has a few surprises planned for the village. A far more disturbing surprise awaits Dolly on her return to the farm.
Dec 18, 1986