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Holding On

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S1 E6

Thursday, October 7, 2004

About Holding On

Holding On is a drama TV series that premiered on BBC Two on September 8, 1997. It has 1 season and 8 episodes so far and has ended. The latest episode, Season 1 Episode 6, aired on October 7, 2004.

The lives of a seemingly unconnected group of Londoners are strangely affected by the murder of a young woman. While some are able to take a newfound hope from the remains of the tragedy, others, including food critic Gary Rickey, simply watch on as despair begins to unravel in the light of the aftermath.

Drama

Last updated September 23, 2026

Episodes

8 episodes · 1 season

Miniseries

1997 · 8 episodes · Last episode: 22 years ago

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E8

8. Episode 8

Finale 29 years ago

Marcus is devastated when Janet confesses to her affair. Gary goes back to football reporting. Brenda swaps secrets with Claire. Shaun reunites with Alan, and with Vicky.
E7

7. Episode 7

29 years ago

The pregnant Claire takes in an embarrassing flatmate, and Florrie and Janet are outraged by Bernard's seemingly lenient prison sentence. Shaun's life is in tatters and Hilary makes a decision about her relationship with Lloyd.
E6

6. Episode 6

22 years ago

Hilary presses Lloyd about their relationship. Bernard receives a manslaughter sentence for Chris's death, devastating Janet and Florrie.
E5

5. Episode 5

29 years ago

Zahid watches Shaun closely. Marcus re-launches Massive FM. Helen is humiliated by Zahid's family. Clare finds out she is pregnant.
E4

4. Episode 4

29 years ago

Bernard is charged with murder. Claire seeks out the mother of Sally's killer. Sean thinks about pursuing August Werner to Switzerland.
E3

3. Episode 3

29 years ago

Cab driver Bernard, witness to Sally Friel's murder, cracks under the strain of his troubled life.
E2

2. Episode 2

29 years ago

The murder of Sally Friel affects her family and others, including the taxi driver who witnessed it. Shaun has a panic attack. Massive FM hits the air.
E1

1. Episode 1

29 years ago

A bulimic restaurant critic struggles with her job, Marcus sets up Massive FM, and a young woman is murdered in a telephone kiosk.

Cast & crew

Created by Tony Marchant

Lesley Manville

Hilary
Diane Parish

Janet
Rachel Power

Helen
Meera Syal

Zita
Jan Harvey

Julie

Holding On FAQ

Will there be new episodes of Holding On?

Holding On has ended, so no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on October 7, 2004.

When did the latest episode of Holding On come out?

The most recent episode of Holding On, Season 1 Episode 6, aired on October 7, 2004.

How many seasons of Holding On are there?

Holding On has 1 season with 8 episodes in total.

When did Holding On first air?

Holding On first aired on BBC Two on September 8, 1997.

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Show info

Status: Finished
First aired: September 8, 1997
Last aired: October 7, 2004
Seasons: 1
Episodes: 8
Network: BBC Two
Created by: Tony Marchant
Episode length: 55 min
Language: English
Country: GB

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2. Episode 2

1. Episode 1