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Ruth Jones stars as a 40-something mum juggling the ups and downs of family life amid the chaos of her eccentric friends, relatives and children's fathers.
2013
Stella and Sean are preparing for their new arrival, while Emma is settling into married life with Sunil. But domestic bliss looks like being short-lived for both mother and daughter when Rob's business dealings bring him back to Pontyberry and Sunil enrols at medical school - and soon takes to the boozy student life. Meanwhile, Dai begins working at the funeral home with wife Paula, causing untold problems for the couple.
Change is afoot in Pontyberry as Luke and Bobby return, while Sean threatens to leave after Stella's infidelity. Will news about the baby change his mind?
After a bombshell from the doctors, Stella tries to banish the blues with a career change, while Paula & Dai try something new to spice things up in the bedroom.
Emma and Sunil kiss and make up, but if Leah has anything to do with it the young couple may not be playing happy families for long. Dai's hopes of a quick marital fix also look bleak when Paula considers turning her night away from home into a permanent arrangement, and Alan is heartbroken to discover the rugby club is closing down. Luckily for the troubled residents of Pontyberry, help is at hand in the shape of Dutch life coach Peschman , who has some wise words of guidance and a unique form of therapy.
Stella and Paula try to stay out of trouble, but when Rob goes on a romantic date and Paula samples life as a sober singleton, both ladies end up in a muddle.
Stella and Paula try to stay out of trouble, but when Rob goes on a romantic date and Paula samples life as a sober singleton, both ladies end up in a muddle.
Paula stands out at the Got to Dance auditions, while Bobby deals with a grave situation during his first solo funeral.
Alan organises a charity match with the help of former Welsh rugby star Scott Quinnell, while Sean interrupts a promising reunion between Stella and Rob.
Alan organises a charity match with the help of former Welsh rugby star Scott Quinnell, while Sean interrupts a promising reunion between Stella and Rob.
Rob makes Stella a life-changing offer, but as chaos engulfs her family and friends, can she accept it?
2014
Stella has sworn to stay away from men, but a new arrival could prove to be distracting. She is also training to become a nurse.
Things get saucy this week when, as a side effect of taking HRT, Stella's sex drive goes up a notch, leading to an unexpected encounter with a famous face.
Stella treats Michael for a bloody nose at the hospital. However the two are soon back to trading insults.
Brenda's Buses make their maiden voyage, but with Brenda and Dai butting heads at every turn, surely it's only a matter of time before the business runs out of gas?
Stella's nursing skills are put to the test after she accidentally shuts Michael's hand his car bonnet.
Michael asks Stella to go with him to a gala dinner. Emma grows closer to Marcus.
Although well-acquainted with Michael between the sheets, Stella starts to wonder how serious things really are between them.
Ben is suspended from school. Luke, meanwhile, is let go by the police but can't escape the suspicions of those around him.
Proud parents Luke and Zoe get the ball rolling on their wedding plans.
With a fresh start in Chichester on the cards, will Michael see the error of his ways before it's too late?
2012
Stella is fed up with her appearance. Attempting to glam herself up, she has a bit of fun in daughter Emma's bedroom, trying on her clothes and playing with make-up. But the fun comes to an abrupt halt when she makes a startling discovery.
Stella ends up reacting badly to Emma's news, which causes a rift between them.
2017
Stella is faced with a tough decision when Michael is offered a job in Dubai. Luke discovers a long-kept secret that's about to change everything.
Stella's in turmoil knowing she must confess her secret to Michael. Luke and Zoe get some life-changing news and Aunty Brenda makes a shocking discovery.
2016
Beyonce's pregnancy causes tension between Stella and Michael.
As Stella and Michael try to get their relationship back on track, BeyoncÉ starts making outrageous demands. Meanwhile, Karl and Nadine take up dancing.
After a local legend called 'Dick the Kick' passes away, Stella attempts to help Paula throw the funeral of the century for him.
Stella is pleased when her eldest son, Luke, returns home. Before long though he's in with the wrong crowd, leading to tensions with Sean.
Stella starts a fitness drive in the build-up to her date with Sean. After Dai goes missing though she is soon distracted. There is a surprise for Luke.
While Stella looks like the cat that got the cream following her night with Sean, Emma hears a worrying rumour about Sunil. Luke has something on his mind too.
Luke has a 25th birthday party, but his mind is elsewhere having met with his estranged father. While dad Rob is eager to make up for lost time, Luke is unsure whether he wants to get to know him. Meanwhile, Stella and Sean step into the boxing ring, where a practical joke leads to a close shave when Sean receives a killer blow.
The weekend of the stag and hen parties arrives, and while the girls head for a hotel and spa break, Dai saves the boys from a Grease-themed event by taking them camping in Brecon. However, Stella is devastated when she hears Luke is considering moving to Canada to live with dad Rob.
As Stella deals with the news that Luke is going to leave, Emma goes into labour at school, leading Stella and Rob to grow closer when they come to her rescue.
Ruth Jones's hit comedy drama concludes as Luke prepares to move to Canada, while Stella must decide between Sean and Rob. Who will she choose? Last in current series.
Get set for a Pontyberry meltdown as Michael delivers some shocking news. Beyonce shows up at Stella's and things get too much for Aunty Brenda.
Stella gets a nasty surprise as she fights to save her and Michael's relationship. Luke bumps into a stranger from Rob's past.
It's Stella who gets the shock when she heads to London to surprise Michael. Back in Pontyberry, Jag's mother Nina shows up and drops a bombshell.
Michael begins to suspect Stella and Rob are hiding something. Plus, Aunty Brenda vies to become mayoress of Pontyberry and Luke hatches a life-changing plan.
Michael tries to make it up to Stella after he discovers Rob's secret. Aunty Brenda gets a blast from her hippy past and things heat up between Ivan and Nadine.
The early arrival of Michael and BeyoncÉ's baby throws Michael and Stella's lives into turmoil. Over at the Frisky Fox, Nina discovers Carole and Jag's secret.
It's a sad day in Ponteberry as Paula returns home for Daddy's funeral. But those who turn out to pay their respects get a huge treat when Robert Plant shows up.
Michael decides it's time to choose between his son and career. Following their recent shenanigans, Stella tries to confront Rob. But can she find him?
Stella is left with a heart-breaking decision after she and Rob finally get the chance to talk. Plus, Beyonce drops a bombshell on Michael.
It's a big day for Stella and Michael and the family all turn out to celebrate. Also, Rob undergoes life-saving surgery and Nadine battles with a huge decision.
2015
Just when you thought Stella's house couldn't possibly get more crowded, Michael decides to base the office for his go-it-alone solicitors' firm there.
Stella worries about Michael, who is acting out of character, while Aunty Brenda and the newly flush Dai lock horns during a fraught business meeting.
Trouble looms for Stella and Michael when the latter makes a monumental mistake. Big Alan, meanwhile meets his match, and Dai organises a poker game.
Katie's small birthday lunch spirals out of control, culminating in a shock revelation for Stella. Pressure mounts on Luke to find some extra cash, too.
Stella is ready to make amends with Michael, until, that is, she uncovers more secrets and lies. Elsewhere in Pontyberry, Dai Davies hits the campaign trail.
While Stella struggles to move on from Michael, Celia receives a blast from the past. Aunty Brenda's political campaign hits an unexpected snag, too.
Stella is overjoyed when sister-in-law and best friend Paula makes a surprise return to Pontyberry. Elsewhere, Big Alan worries about Celia and ex-husband Dan.
It is election day and Aunty Brenda can taste victory until a slimy new rival decides to enter the race. Ben and Lily go on a disastrous date.
Arrangements for Alan and Celia's wedding are in full flow as friends and family come together for their stag and hen dos. Zoe learns about Luke's debts.
Big Alan and Celia nail their fancy dress theme as they tie the knot in front of their nearest and dearest. Guest appearance by Gino D'Acampo as himself.
Ruth Jones
Stella Morris
Bethan Witcomb
Zoe Stewart
Justin Davies
Ben Morris
Craig Gallivan
Luke Morris
Catrin Stewart
Emma Morris
Patrick Baladi
Michael Jackson
Di Botcher
Aunty Brenda
1974
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