River City - Season 23 (2021)

Stevie explores the root of his issues, but can Scarlett provide the answer he needs? Meanwhile, Caitlin is buoyed by Ruby's fundraising idea, Karen attempts to reconcile with Jessie, Nicole questions her assumptions of Darren, and Ellie is left devastated by AJ.

Guilt weighs heavy on Scarlett as Stevie grieves for the dad he never knew - but will she reveal the truth? Elsewhere, Jessie attempts to settle their parents' differences; Nicole explores the opportunity for a new job, and Ellie lays her heart on the line for AJ.

Maggie confronts a demon from her past - but will she ever be free from his vice..? Angus wrestles with his feelings when he is set up by Bob; AJ reflects on a miserable life on his birthday; and Eve makes a decision to put herself first.

Caitlin's vow to protect Maggie is under threat as Maggie's mental health plummets. Meanwhile, Angus plots against a meddling Bob, Bernie attempts to salvage the reopening of Molly's Corner, and Stevie holds all the cards in the search for his dad.

Stevie's day of reckoning arrives as he finally meets his dad - but is he everything that Stevie bargained for? Elsewhere, Roisin catches up with an old friend, emotions flare during Nicole's trial shift at the Two Jailbirds, and Karen advises Alex on the sale of the Candleroom, but are her motives genuine?

Caitlin contemplates a deal with the devil in order to solve her mounting financial woes. Meanwhile, Lenny returns looking for answers on the events in Sicily, Nicole makes a desperate attempt to get Darren's attention, and Bernie and Suzie pitch opposing fundraisers for Molly's Corner.

Lenny's family welcome him home, but his mind is still on the shocking information he has received. Elsewhere, Darren attempts to woo Nicole, Caitlin suspects Ellie is splashing dirty money, and Karen finds common ground with Jessie.

Sam tries to get to know Stevie, but with many skeletons between them and years passed, can they find common ground? Meanwhile, the Murdochs attempt to process the shock allegation about Lydia's death, and Caitlin's suspicions are piqued at Ellie's spendthrift ways. Elsewhere, Kim and Suzie both have secrets they'd rather not share.

Ellie puts her future first for once, while Caitlin struggles to forgive her sister's deceit - is this the end for the close sisters? Meanwhile, Rebecca confronts the truth about her feelings for Angus. Bob's meddling in Roisin's love life leaves him feeling guilty, anxious Kim confides in Rebecca, and feeling lost without Jac, Lou is determined to find her fresh start.

Karen uses her wits to discover what Lenny knows about Lydia, but she is reaching her wit's end. Meanwhile, Ellie starts a new friendship when Caitlin refuses to support her IVF treatment, Rebecca has to face Angus again, and Suzie meets a knight in shining armour.

Kim finally admits her pregnancy to Bob - but who is the dad? Meanwhile, Lenny's mission to find Lydia steps up when former DCI Grant gives him a lead. Elsewhere, Suzie and Bernie race to get models for their calendar, and Ellie has to choose a baby daddy.

A frantic Suzie tries her best to hold together the charity calendar shoot, while a brave Bernie and Father Mulvaney face the truth about their complicated past. Meanwhile, Tyler returns to the news his brother is dating Nicole, and a shocked Scarlett comes face to face with someone from her past.

Ellie faces the reality of her IVF journey, and Caitlin has a choice to make - hold on to their feud, or be there to support her sister. Meanwhile, Kim struggles to see how they will all fit into the flat with a new baby, when some chilling news puts the future of their family in jeopardy. Lenny and Karen work together to mend his fractured relationship with Jessie and, as Stevie puts Sam first, Scarlett's past catches up with her.

Caitlin worries as Ellie's IVF journey continues to take a toll. Meanwhile, Kim worries for her safety following Simon's release from prison, Karen and Alex reach a turning point in their relationship, and Bernie and Mulvaney's rekindled friendship hits a bump in the road.

Bob struggles to come to terms with Kim's decision to leave Sheildinch and what he will have to let go of if she does. Meanwhile, Scarlett confronts her demons when she meets up with Duncan Campbell-Baxter, Caitlin makes a life-changing decision for Ellie, and Amber and Lenny receive some unexpected news about Lydia.

Maggie returns to devastating news, but her attempts to help don't impress Caitlin. Meanwhile, AJ struggles to find the words for his eulogy, Scarlett confides in Bernie after signing Duncan's NDA, and the new doctor arrives on the street.

Bob investigates the mystery of the previous night's drunken antics to uncover the identity of his one-night stand. Elsewhere, Bernie faces the consequences of her threat towards Duncan, Ellie's optimism for surrogacy wavers, and Lenny edges closer to finding Lydia.

Scarlett and Bernie try fighting back against Duncan by seeking legal advice from an old friend. Meanwhile, Amber struggles to entertain Lenny's pursuit of Lydia for much longer, Tyler does his best to shield Nicole from an increasingly volatile Darren, and Mikey and Gillian test their willpower on a new health kick.

An anxious Scarlett awaits news from Andrew following her bombshell revelation, while Bernie plays interference to keep Stevie in the dark. Caitlin starts prepping for the pregnancy, leaving Ellie feeling left out of the experience, Bob seeks some relationship advice from Rebecca, and Lenny's paranoia is taking its toll on Karen's mental state.

Love is in the air in Shieldinch. Bob is gutted when he finds out Roisin has a Valentines' date with Sonny - has he missed his chance? Elsewhere, Angus and Rebecca have different ideas of what to do on their first Valentine's Day together, Scarlett and Andrew reconnect after 40 years apart, and Bernie discovers she has a secret admirer.

Stevie and Sam target Bernie to find out who Scarlett's mystery man might be, while Nicole is spoiled on her birthday by both Foulkes boys. Meanwhile, Lenny is at his wit's end at the lack of progress in the search for Lydia, and Ash wonders how to let Caitlin down gently after their night together.

Bob is wrongfooted by Rosin's desire to keep their new relationship a secret. Meanwhile, Lenny's quest for answers sees him setting a trap for Karen, Caitlin lies after finding out some unwelcome information at the IVF consolation, and Stevie struggles to come to terms with Scarlett's revelation.

Karen is forced to spy on the Foulkes for Lenny, and Stevie is worried about his first meeting with Andrew as possible father and son. Meanwhile, Lenny makes a deal with his old nemesis, and Mulvaney starts to question his decision to leave the priesthood.

With time running out to find Lydia, Lenny puts his plan into action, while Alex starts to wonder if he is wrong about Karen. Meanwhile, Nicole reconsiders her future after a job offer from Tyler; Mulvaney asks to meet Bernie for a talk, sending her mind racing; Stevie is torn on how best to tell Sam about Andrew; and Bob and Roisin can't keep their hands off each other.

Stevie's plans to have lunch with Andrew are interrupted by an unexpected visitor. With no word from Grant, Lenny begins to doubt his plan. Has he blown his last chance to find Lydia? Elsewhere, Nicole takes on her first big challenge as manager of the Jailbirds, and an unwell Caitlin does her best not to worry Ellie.

In this special episode, Lenny reflects on his life after giving up his search for Lydia.

Caitlin fears that she is pregnant, putting Ellie's surrogacy in jeopardy. Elsewhere, Mikey surprises a disappointed Gillian on her birthday, and Bernie catches Suzie lying about her date with Duncan.

Ash makes a last-ditch attempt to stop Caitlin going through with the insemination , Lenny is caught between a rock and a hard place with Karen, Tyler attempts to stop Darren from starting an all-out war with the Murdochs.

In this second special episode, Lenny remembers the pain, loss and joy that his love for Lydia has caused him, and the uncertainty that the future now brings as she returns.

A remorseful Lenny comes face to face with Lydia, who exposes the explosive truth about her 'death' - but can Lenny earn her forgiveness? Elsewhere, Karen faces the music when she arrives back to Shieldinch.

Alex learns the truth of Karen's deception. but Karen's other secret challenges Alex, a depleted Grant ponders whether to trust Mulvaney as she eyes an escape, and Lenny and Lydia negotiate what's next for Lydia's future.

Lenny does his best to protect Lydia from Darren, and Amber discovers that her mum is back. Meanwhile, an anxious Stevie has to face the music with Sam and Andrew, and Nicole finds out some hard truths about the Foulkes family.

Amber faces Lydia and asks some tough questions. Meanwhile, Stevie deals with a competitive Sam and Andrew and tries to find a way to move forward. Elsewhere, Nicole realizes breaking up with Darren may not be as easy as she thinks.

Sam's fears come to light on the day of the DNA test. Meanwhile, Caitlin gets some news she hopes may thaw her feud with Ellie. Elsewhere, Bob and Roisin try to keep their relationship hidden, and Rebecca leaves birthday boy Angus a series of special surprises.

Stevie's plan to forge ahead with the DNA test is thrown into turmoil as Sam struggles to deal with his emotions. Meanwhile, a devastated Ellie wonders if she is out of surrogacy options. And as Angus's birthday celebrations continue, Bob and Roisin's secret relationship becomes more complicated.

Sam tries to reckon with the potential outcome of today's DNA test results, Ruby is torn when a despondent Ellie asks if she will be her surrogate. Suzie turns to Mikey for help when she is let down by Duncan again.

A determined Lenny devises a plan to take down Darren once and for all, while Suzie is in a pickle as she tries to juggle her duties. Meanwhile, Sam and Stevie make plans for their new life together as father and son.

Desperate to move forward with her life, Lydia makes a plan to clear her name. Meanwhile, Tyler is furious to learn that Lenny has betrayed him as he faces the wrath of Darren, and Roisin is wrong-footed when her need for secrecy threatens her relationship with Bob.

Lydia decides how best to reintroduce herself to the community, while Bob and Roisin face their sternest test yet. Meanwhile, Ellie helps an anxious Ruby as she waits for the verdict of her apprenticeship application

Alex and Karen struggle to continue hiding the truth from Jessie, and Bob has some making up to do with Angus after a wild night out. Meanwhile, Lou tries taking Mikey's mind off his search for his birth mother.

Lydia is determined to prove Amber wrong as she hunts for a new job and a fresh start. Meanwhile, Caitlin does her best to ignore Gillian's advances with Ash, and Nicole decides to take matters into her own hands.

Ellie ensures that nothing can stop Ruby from becoming her surrogate, but will today's home insemination go as planned? Meanwhile, Amber looks to reconcile with Lou by unlocking her fun side with help from Mikey, and Mulvaney seeks reassurance after receiving a life-changing document.

Stevie's priorities are tested when he is met with a face from the past. Ruby learns the devastating lengths that a manipulative Ellie has gone to ensure that she becomes her surrogate. Alex replaces a harassed Karen at a Candleroom meeting only to find himself against a formidable foe.

A derailed Alex promises to accompany Karen to her 12-week scan, but will he make it in time? Meanwhile, Mulvaney's struggle to adapt to civilian life is compounded when he requires medical intervention, and Maggie bonds with Sonny when she assists him on a project for Molly's Corner.

Bob learns a valuable lesson from a mysterious new customer at the garage, while Ruby has a big decision to make about her future. Meanwhile, Bernie comes up with a solution to help the currently homeless Mulvaney.

Tyler reaches breaking point and swallows his pride in order to protect Nicole. Karen and Alex receive the result of the biopsy, and Ellie is made to realise some harsh truths from her family.

Lenny, Tyler and Nicole put their plan into action to deal with Darren once and for all. Meanwhile, Caitlin and Maggie worry about a missing Ellie as they wave off Ruby, and Bernie's attention is caught by Sam and Poppy being a bit overfamiliar.