Stella
Stella

Stella (2012)

7.16 seasonsDrama, Comedy, Family

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.

📺 Seasons & Episodes

Specials2 episodes
Series 110 episodes
Episode One

1. Episode One

44 min

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.

Episode Two

2. Episode Two

44 min

Stella ends up reacting badly to Emma's news, which causes a rift between them.

Episode Three

3. Episode Three

44 min

After a local legend called 'Dick the Kick' passes away, Stella attempts to help Paula throw the funeral of the century for him.

Episode Four

4. Episode Four

44 min

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.

Episode Five

5. Episode Five

44 min

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.

Episode Six

6. Episode Six

44 min

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.

Episode Seven

7. Episode Seven

44 min

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.

Episode Eight

8. Episode Eight

44 min

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.

Episode Nine

9. Episode Nine

44 min

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.

Episode Ten

10. Episode Ten

44 min

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.

Series 210 episodes
Episode 1

1. Episode 1

44 min

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.

Episode 2

2. Episode 2

44 min

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?

Episode 3

3. Episode 3

44 min

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.

Episode 4

4. Episode 4

44 min

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.

Episode 5

5. Episode 5

44 min

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.

Episode 6

6. Episode 6

44 min

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.

Episode 7

7. Episode 7

44 min

Paula stands out at the Got to Dance auditions, while Bobby deals with a grave situation during his first solo funeral.

Episode 8

8. Episode 8

44 min

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.

Episode 9

9. Episode 9

44 min

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.

Episode 10

10. Episode 10

44 min

Rob makes Stella a life-changing offer, but as chaos engulfs her family and friends, can she accept it?

Series 310 episodes
Series 410 episodes
Episode 1

1. Episode 1

44 min

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.

Episode 2

2. Episode 2

44 min

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.

Episode 3

3. Episode 3

44 min

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.

Episode 4

4. Episode 4

44 min

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.

Episode 5

5. Episode 5

44 min

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.

Episode 6

6. Episode 6

44 min

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.

Episode 7

7. Episode 7

44 min

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.

Episode 8

8. Episode 8

44 min

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.

Episode 9

9. Episode 9

44 min

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.

Episode 10

10. Episode 10

44 min

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.

Series 510 episodes
Episode 1

1. Episode 1

44 min

Beyonce's pregnancy causes tension between Stella and Michael.

Episode 2

2. Episode 2

44 min

As Stella and Michael try to get their relationship back on track, BeyoncÉ starts making outrageous demands. Meanwhile, Karl and Nadine take up dancing.

Episode 3

3. Episode 3

44 min

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.

Episode 4

4. Episode 4

44 min

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.

Episode 5

5. Episode 5

44 min

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.

Episode 6

6. Episode 6

44 min

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.

Episode 7

7. Episode 7

44 min

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.

Episode 8

8. Episode 8

44 min

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?

Episode 9

9. Episode 9

44 min

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.

Episode 10

10. Episode 10

44 min

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.

Series 66 episodes

Cast

Ruth Jones

Ruth Jones

Stella Morris

Bethan Witcomb

Bethan Witcomb

Zoe Stewart

Justin Davies

Justin Davies

Ben Morris

Craig Gallivan

Craig Gallivan

Luke Morris

Catrin Stewart

Catrin Stewart

Emma Morris

Patrick Baladi

Patrick Baladi

Michael Jackson

Di Botcher

Di Botcher

Aunty Brenda

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