Hollyoaks: The First 20 Years

An Interactive Journey Through Village Life (1996-2016)

3 Core Families

Cunningham, Osborne & McQueen

20 Years of Drama

From teen tales to issue-led sagas

100+ Key Events

Defining moments of Hollyoaks history

Thematic Evolution of Storylines

This chart illustrates how Hollyoaks' narrative focus shifted over two decades, moving from its teen-centric roots to embrace more complex and hard-hitting themes. This visual represents the show's deliberate evolution to tackle more mature and socially relevant issues, a key factor in its enduring popularity.

Family Explorer

Explore the intricate relationships and individual stories of Hollyoaks' core families. The family trees below are interactive; click on any character's name to see their detailed history, key relationships, and most significant storylines from the 1996-2016 period. This view is designed to help untangle the complex web of connections that define life in Hollyoaks.

Timeline Explorer

Discover the key events that rocked Hollyoaks village year by year. Use the filter below to narrow down events by a specific year, or scroll to view the entire chronological history of major storylines, from shocking deaths and betrayals to groundbreaking moments that changed the show forever.