Hollyoaks

Hollyoaks

1995
Hollyoaks
Hollyoaks

Hollyoaks

4.6 | TV-14 | en | Soap

The daily soap that follows the loves, lives and misdemeanours of a group of people living in the Chester village of Hollyoaks where anything could, and frequently does, happen...

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EP81  Fri 26 Apr 2024
Apr. 26,2024
Fri 26 Apr 2024

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EP80  Thu 25 Apr 2024
Apr. 25,2024
Thu 25 Apr 2024

A concerned John Paul asks Lucas if he's being coerced into having homophobic views. An accident leaves a resident in danger. And Freddie receives a shock proposal.

EP79  Wed 24 Apr 2024
Apr. 24,2024
Wed 24 Apr 2024

Freddie's love life leaves him in hot water, and a couple are forced to face their relationship issues, but things take a drastic turn when someone collapses.

EP78  Tue 23 Apr 2024
Apr. 23,2024
Tue 23 Apr 2024

Grace Black is back and Freddie opens up to her about the pain of being estranged from his daughter. A youngster is in danger when Declan is introduced as school inspector. A concerned dad decides that it's time to seek professional help.

EP77  Mon 22 Apr 2024
Apr. 22,2024
Mon 22 Apr 2024

Kitty tries to flee as her past catches up with her. Two residents clash when priorities are questioned. A teen who's backed into a corner resorts to blackmail.

EP76  Fri 19 Apr 2024
Apr. 19,2024
Fri 19 Apr 2024

Darren puts his daughter first, and someone is wrongly accused. A headteacher is confronted, while one resident continues to play the field.

EP75  Thu 18 Apr 2024
Apr. 18,2024
Thu 18 Apr 2024

Ro clashes with Diane and Tony. Darren is blamed for his daughter's recent behaviour. Donny announces that he's moving to Hollyoaks. Freddie plays the field.

EP74  Wed 17 Apr 2024
Apr. 17,2024
Wed 17 Apr 2024

Cleo is left heartbroken. Tony encourages Diane to be more supportive of their child. Sally is forced to come clean to her son. Nancy encourages Frankie to pursue her passion of dance.

EP73  Tue 16 Apr 2024
Apr. 16,2024
Tue 16 Apr 2024

Emotions run high for Marie when a reunion turns sour. Concern grows for Sally's wellbeing. A blossoming romance hits a bump in the road. And an injury jeopardises a student's career.

EP72  Mon 15 Apr 2024
Apr. 15,2024
Mon 15 Apr 2024

With her youngest son still missing, Marie spirals, but little does she know that Abe is pulling the strings. Sally sets out to seize the day. Frankie sees red. And fury turns to passion.

EP71  Fri 12 Apr 2024
Apr. 12,2024
Fri 12 Apr 2024

Sally has a secret, but will the McQueens discover the truth? Ste sees no way out. Dilly plays dirty. Suspicious behaviour leads to a cheating accusation, but is everything as it seems?

EP70  Thu 11 Apr 2024
Apr. 11,2024
Thu 11 Apr 2024

Carter's manipulation makes Lucas push Dillon too far. A thoughtful gesture isn't well received by everyone. And there's trouble ahead as a resident is backed into a dangerous corner.

EP69  Wed 10 Apr 2024
Apr. 10,2024
Wed 10 Apr 2024

A shocking turn of events incriminates Maxine. A mum is shocked to hear that her son has gone away. And a teen breaks down as their emotions become overwhelming.

EP68  Tue 09 Apr 2024
Apr. 09,2024
Tue 09 Apr 2024

Abe panics as the police demand answers about Marie's son's disappearance. A girls' night in takes an unexpected turn. And a teen feels rejected when they follow their true feelings.

EP67  Mon 08 Apr 2024
Apr. 08,2024
Mon 08 Apr 2024

Freddie makes an enemy when something is stolen from the garage. Two friends panic when a recording falls into the wrong hands. And an 18th birthday is full of surprises and mixed emotions.

EP66  Fri 05 Apr 2024
Apr. 05,2024
Fri 05 Apr 2024

Sienna's risky plan makes James fret about Ste's safety. There's a passionate moment between two residents, and a surprise is revealed.

EP65  Thu 04 Apr 2024
Apr. 04,2024
Thu 04 Apr 2024

James makes things worse for Ste when he confronts Warren. A teen who tries to help is left with questions of their own.

EP64  Wed 03 Apr 2024
Apr. 03,2024
Wed 03 Apr 2024

Carter appears to help the Hutchinsons, but does he have an ulterior motive? One resident seems to be out of the firing line when he's presented with an opportunity, and a family keeps on getting bigger.

EP63  Tue 02 Apr 2024
Apr. 02,2024
Tue 02 Apr 2024

Mercedes calls for back-up when a familiar face returns. One mother struggles to accept their child's wishes, while a father must make a tough decision in order to protect his family.

EP62  Mon 01 Apr 2024
Apr. 01,2024
Mon 01 Apr 2024

Lucas and Frankie bond as they open up to each other. A threat is made towards one family, and a dad tries to do the right thing to support his child.

EP61  Fri 29 Mar 2024
Mar. 29,2024
Fri 29 Mar 2024

Mercedes refuses to be bullied into doing something illegal. One teen will do anything to escape reality, which puts their life in danger, while two residents are forced to leave their home out of fear.

EP60  Thu 28 Mar 2024
Mar. 28,2024
Thu 28 Mar 2024

A teen at breaking point lashes out at her mum. A family pull together to help one of their own. And one resident must face the consequences of his actions, but is left feeling hopeless when his loved ones are threatened.

EP59  Wed 27 Mar 2024
Mar. 27,2024
Wed 27 Mar 2024

Nancy is worn out and fears that things might only get harder for her, while Frankie overhears a conversation that leaves her feeling even more alone. And one resident continues to manipulate those around them.

EP58  Tue 26 Mar 2024
Mar. 26,2024
Tue 26 Mar 2024

Kitty is flustered during her first shift at the hospital, but will anyone find out that everything is not as it seems? A teen is concerned that their friend is being manipulated, and CCTV footage threatens to uncover a dark secret.

EP57  Mon 25 Mar 2024
Mar. 25,2024
Mon 25 Mar 2024

Things are looking up for Marie as a heartfelt conversation leads to a family reconciliation. Feeling rejected, one resident puts an end to a blossoming relationship. And manipulation makes one teen push away a friend.

EP56  Fri 22 Mar 2024
Mar. 22,2024
Fri 22 Mar 2024

Carter can no longer hide the truth from his girlfriend, a son extends an olive branch to his estranged mum, and a date leaves someone hurt when it doesn't go how they had hoped.

EP55  Thu 21 Mar 2024
Mar. 21,2024
Thu 21 Mar 2024

Cleo does whatever she can to save her relationship. A date is rescheduled when a resident is distracted, and an affair is finally unveiled.

EP54  Wed 20 Mar 2024
Mar. 20,2024
Wed 20 Mar 2024

John Paul gives his opinion on Carter's relationship, which hurts Maxine. One resident's angry side is revealed, and a son refuses to let his family be torn apart.

EP53  Tue 19 Mar 2024
Mar. 19,2024
Tue 19 Mar 2024

Joel is shocked by a drunken revelation from his mum, but is everything as it seems? The truth tears one family apart, and a teen plays Cupid.

EP52  Mon 18 Mar 2024
Mar. 18,2024
Mon 18 Mar 2024

Mercedes and newcomer Marie clash over Warren. One resident feels unwanted when intimacy is rejected. The weight of guilt leads to a shocking confession.

EP51  Fri 15 Mar 2024
Mar. 15,2024
Fri 15 Mar 2024

Ste worries for his family's safety as Warren gets closer to finding out who killed his daughter. A teen is left fearful in her own home, and a joint gender reveal party doesn't go to plan.

EP50  Thu 14 Mar 2024
Mar. 14,2024
Thu 14 Mar 2024

Joel wants to move forward, while Abe and Theresa have an awkward encounter in front of Cleo. A teenager feels trapped in their own home, and one resident is out for blood.

EP49  Wed 13 Mar 2024
Mar. 13,2024
Wed 13 Mar 2024

A devastated Frankie reels from recent actions. One resident fears that their guilt will result in a relapse, and a daughter encourages her mum to forgive her former love.

EP48  Tue 12 Mar 2024
Mar. 12,2024
Tue 12 Mar 2024

Peri is in hot water following recent events, Dilly and Prince go on their first date, and there are distressing times for Frankie as the root cause of her trauma becomes clear.

EP47  Mon 11 Mar 2024
Mar. 11,2024
Mon 11 Mar 2024

A prisoner on the run is stopped in his tracks when he's reunited with a former friend. A funeral crasher sets out to make amends. And a family meeting ends with a big ultimatum.

EP46  Fri 08 Mar 2024
Mar. 08,2024
Fri 08 Mar 2024

Sienna is furious at Dilly after discovering that Rafe left them with nothing, believing she knew about it all along, and bans her from the funeral. Darren wants to do right by his family, but he's left panic-stricken when his dad is nowhere to be found. A shock revelation leaves two sisters feuding. And will an escape plan work out?

EP45  Thu 07 Mar 2024
Mar. 07,2024
Thu 07 Mar 2024

A will reading leads James to make a shocking discovery. Desperate parents agree to do anything to help their child. And is a new romance on the cards for an unexpected coupling?

EP44  Wed 06 Mar 2024
Mar. 06,2024
Wed 06 Mar 2024

James is backed into a corner while trying to protect his son. Cindy opens up about her feelings. And are things looking up for two former lovers?

EP43  Tue 05 Mar 2024
Mar. 05,2024
Tue 05 Mar 2024

Cindy and Suzanne compete for a job, but they do not fight fair. A row between brothers has unforeseen consequences, and one resident worries about their reputation.

EP42  Mon 04 Mar 2024
Mar. 04,2024
Mon 04 Mar 2024

Tony and Diane find themselves in trouble with the law. An old feud is reignited, and an overheard conversation leaves a husband feeling unwanted.

EP41  Fri 01 Mar 2024
Mar. 01,2024
Fri 01 Mar 2024

There's a McQueen family feud when Abe comes between Cleo and Theresa. A troubled teen wants to do what's right, and a relationship could be on the rocks.

EP40  Thu 29 Feb 2024
Feb. 29,2024
Thu 29 Feb 2024

Abe's dark side emerges as he causes rifts among the McQueens. A conflicted teen pushes away his friends, a husband feels unwanted, and there's a shock discovery about someone's identity.

EP39  Wed 28 Feb 2024
Feb. 28,2024
Wed 28 Feb 2024

In emotional scenes, Lucas is manipulated as he's forced to face his past and his feelings. One couple receive shocking news that leaves them concerned. A drunken night leads to betrayal.

EP38  Tue 27 Feb 2024
Feb. 27,2024
Tue 27 Feb 2024

Ste returns to the village and wants to get to the bottom of Lucas's behaviour, but will a helping hand do more harm than good? Elsewhere, new beginnings lie ahead for one resident, and a McQueen decides what she wants.

EP37  Mon 26 Feb 2024
Feb. 26,2024
Mon 26 Feb 2024

Lucas is struggling with his emotions and seeks guidance from Scott, but a manipulative Carter overhears, while a special ceremony doesn't go to plan when a secret is revealed, with unforeseen consequences. Elsewhere, can a family move forward?

EP36  Fri 23 Feb 2024
Feb. 23,2024
Fri 23 Feb 2024

Dilly receives some sinister guidance from her late father when Patrick Blake seems to return. A desperate husband takes matters into his own hands, and a lawyer is backed into a corner.

EP35  Thu 22 Feb 2024
Feb. 22,2024
Thu 22 Feb 2024

James is concerned about Romeo when he realises that his blackmailing will no longer work on Kane. A daughter shares some exciting news with her mum, which could mean a fresh start.

EP34  Wed 21 Feb 2024
Feb. 21,2024
Wed 21 Feb 2024

Ethan dishes out some harsh home truths to Dilly - but will she leave the village? A teen returns home to find their family ripped apart.

EP33  Tue 20 Feb 2024
Feb. 20,2024
Tue 20 Feb 2024

Romeo gets caught up in the middle of his dad's mess. A grandfather is left feeling alone. And one resident is presented with a proposal.

EP32  Mon 19 Feb 2024
Feb. 19,2024
Mon 19 Feb 2024

The blended Ashworth and Osborne family are in turmoil. One resident knows what they want and is prepared to wait for it. And a teen plays Cupid for a torn-apart couple.

EP31  Friday 16 Feb 2024
Feb. 16,2024
Friday 16 Feb 2024

Yazz has a choice to make, and gives Peri some words of advice. A step-mum reaches out to make amends. And will a fugitive be found out when a neighbour hears a noise?

EP30  Thu 15 Feb 2024
Feb. 15,2024
Thu 15 Feb 2024

Darren tries to build a relationship with Frankie and JJ. One resident is left with some explaining to do when they're caught out, while a misunderstanding gets cleared up.

EP29  Wed 14 Feb 2024
Feb. 14,2024
Wed 14 Feb 2024

It's Valentine's Day in the village, and two former lovers are called out. Nancy confronts Carter about his new programme.

EP28  Tue 13 Feb 2024
Feb. 13,2024
Tue 13 Feb 2024

Two former lovers reunite, one teacher is left with questions, and wise words from a friend encourage one resident to go after what he wants.

EP27  Mon 12 Feb 2024
Feb. 12,2024
Mon 12 Feb 2024

Leela is forced to confess, one resident decides to give a potential new relationship a chance, and a teen chooses a new path for his future.

EP26  Fri 09 Feb 2024
Feb. 09,2024
Fri 09 Feb 2024

The weight of his guilt sends Ste down a dark path. A daughter tries to encourage her mum to do the right thing. And a dinner invite comes with an ulterior motive.

EP25  Thu 08 Feb 2024
Feb. 08,2024
Thu 08 Feb 2024

When confronted with the truth about his involvement in Ella's death, Ste tries to keep it from being revealed to anyone else. And a new face is hoping to stay in the village.

EP24  Wed 07 Feb 2024
Feb. 07,2024
Wed 07 Feb 2024

New evidence leads to a breakthrough in the investigation into Ella's death. A teen struggles to contain their emotions. And one resident starts putting the pieces together.

EP23  Tue 06 Feb 2024
Feb. 06,2024
Tue 06 Feb 2024

There is a revelation when Dilly's true identity is uncovered. Romance blossoms for two teens in the village, and unexpected help leads to one family offering their spare room.

EP22  Mon 05 Feb 2024
Feb. 05,2024
Mon 05 Feb 2024

Emotions are running high as the village says goodbye to Ella, Sienna feels crushed when Dilly is forced to reveal the truth, and a game of spin the bottle leaves one teen hurt.

EP21  Fri 02 Feb 2024
Feb. 02,2024
Fri 02 Feb 2024

After supposedly being jilted on her wedding day, Sienna is determined to get some answers, and information about a new resident is revealed.

EP20  Thu 01 Feb 2024
Feb. 01,2024
Thu 01 Feb 2024

An ill-advised fishing trip sees Warren and Felix come head-to-head. The walls are closing in for one resident. And after some off-the-record advice, a lie is exposed.

EP19  Wed 31 Jan 2024
Jan. 31,2024
Wed 31 Jan 2024

The father of Mercedes' unborn twins is revealed. One dad is forced to open up about his feelings. And there's yet another proposal in the village.

EP18  Tue 30 Jan 2024
Jan. 30,2024
Tue 30 Jan 2024

Ste is struggling with guilt and seeks help. Warren sticks to his plan for revenge. At the hospital, there's a big mistake with life-threatening consequences.

EP17  Mon 29 Jan 2024
Jan. 29,2024
Mon 29 Jan 2024

Feeling lost, Peri turns to partying and abandoning her responsibilities. Meanwhile, one resident has hidden intentions, and a father needs to find the truth.

EP16  Fri 26 Jan 2024
Jan. 26,2024
Fri 26 Jan 2024

Cindy wants answers about Ella's death, and Theresa remembers some information that might lead to the truth. Elsewhere, a secret between two past lovers is revealed.

EP15  Thu 25 Jan 2024
Jan. 25,2024
Thu 25 Jan 2024

Tom decides to come clean to his wife, a plan backfires, leaving yet another broken heart in the village, and Cindy takes her frustrations out on everyone around her.

EP14  Wed 24 Jan 2024
Jan. 24,2024
Wed 24 Jan 2024

Two McQueens make a big decision to keep their family out of trouble. Peri tries to get through to the one she loves. Nancy has a life-changing suggestion for her family.

EP13  Tue 23 Jan 2024
Jan. 23,2024
Tue 23 Jan 2024

A confession solves Goldie's mystery, Carter tries to strike up a deal in return for silence, and there's a shock arrival on Darren's doorstep.

EP12  Mon 22 Jan 2024
Jan. 22,2024
Mon 22 Jan 2024

Goldie makes a big discovery, jealousy fuels a lie as Leela tries to fix her relationship, a confrontation escalates, and Darren tries to make up for lost time.

EP11  Friday 19 Jan 2024
Jan. 19,2024
Friday 19 Jan 2024

Darren comes to his senses after an eye-opening chat, one visitor overhears a shocking conversation, and Leela breaks down at the thought of losing a loved one.

EP10  Thu 18 Jan 2024
Jan. 18,2024
Thu 18 Jan 2024

Nancy’s thrown back in the deep end on her first day back at work. A familiar face from the past surprises Darren with some big news. One vengeful resident is out for blood.

EP9  Wed 17 Jan 2024
Jan. 17,2024
Wed 17 Jan 2024

As one resident is questioned by the police, an unlikely pair seek comfort in each other, and a home police search causes panic for one guilty resident.

EP8  Tue 16 Jan 2024
Jan. 16,2024
Tue 16 Jan 2024

In the aftermath of yesterday's events, residents scramble to find out information about their loved ones, and some are struck by devastating news.

EP7  Mon 15 Jan 2024
Jan. 15,2024
Mon 15 Jan 2024

In an unmissable hour-long special, well-loved characters return, mysterious new faces appear and residents' paths collide as the explosive double wedding day continues.

EP6  Fri 12 Jan 2024
Jan. 12,2024
Fri 12 Jan 2024

The village hosts two weddings in one day. But brides Mercedes and Sienna both have to contend with lovelorn guests who are desperate to stop the respective marriages at any cost.

EP5  Thu 11 Jan 2024
Jan. 11,2024
Thu 11 Jan 2024

Rafe receives some bad news, and his drunken mumblings leave Sienna with big questions. Mercedes hurts someone by making a big decision. And the walls are closing in for one resident.

EP4  Wed 10 Jan 2024
Jan. 10,2024
Wed 10 Jan 2024

Carter's lingering dark side comes back out when he returns to his old way of thinking. Nana won't give up on her granddaughter's happiness. One dad will do whatever it takes to protect their child. And an unlikely pairing are tasked with an important job.

EP3  Tue 09 Jan 2024
Jan. 09,2024
Tue 09 Jan 2024

Sienna comes across something alarming while on a walk. Warren won't let anything come between him and what he wants. A teen's emotions build as they start to blame themselves. And a husband is heartbroken when he discovers the truth.

EP2  Mon 08 Jan 2024
Jan. 08,2024
Mon 08 Jan 2024

Will justice be served when a shocking turn of events leads to the entire village searching for one resident? A teen resorts to drastic measures to not feel left out. And someone is left with a cloud of doubt hanging over them.

EP1  Fri 05 Jan 2024
Jan. 05,2024
Fri 05 Jan 2024

The true identity of Rayne's killer is finally revealed. Is Rafe beginning to get genuine feelings for his 'fiancée'? Elsewhere, one resident wants some passion in their life, and a teen finally puts themselves out there - but is left humiliated.

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4.6 | TV-14 | en | Soap | More Info
Released: 1995-10-23 | Released Producted By: Mersey Television , Lime Pictures Country: United Kingdom Budget: 0 Revenue: 0 Official Website: http://www.channel4.com/programmes/hollyoaks
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The daily soap that follows the loves, lives and misdemeanours of a group of people living in the Chester village of Hollyoaks where anything could, and frequently does, happen...

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Nick Pickard , Jessica Fox , Claire Cooper

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Reviews

tomr-28618 Everything here fails. It's just shockingly awful please don't go through the agonising pain of ever watching this if you've even ever heard of it
stevengreaves-927-440310 brilliant.Underrated show.Better than corrie and the mainstreams.Very addictive show.Knows how to have fun, whilst tackling important issues.Deserves more than the average 5.5 it is given on here.Needs Silas to come back though to properly conclude his story.Shame the McQueen family is falling apart. Myra needs to make a return.The new Roscoe family have added some great drama.Time that Vincent left - he is dull.Highly recommend this show.
arlum_meow let me start of by saying holly-oaks is a very underrated soap. although it does mainly focus on the six formers and the university crew, but thats not a reason to hate on this show. the show has had its good story lines such as1)sarahs parusuit death 2)carls and mercadies affair 3)gilly rapes Jacquie 4)Silas the serial killer 5)george and phoebe sex storyline.although the teen soap has had its fair share of story lines i can 100% under stand why a lot of people would find this show irritating because they kill of such strong actors/actresses such as Rae and recently killing of one of the strongest actresses they have on the show LYNSEY who in their right mind would kill of Lynsey with her BIG EXPLOSIVE storyline with Silas. the show has many characters that they need to axe fast because they CAN NOT ACT. jono,ruby,Neil,liberty,Texas,Dennis,callum,Lacey. thats why the holly-oaks don't have as many viewers as they used to have.but to make up for the dreadful wooden acting from the above, the show has its strong ACTORS/ACTRESESS such as mitzieee,Jacquie,Brendan,Darren,Nancy,will and Ash thats still not an excuse to kill of a excellent actresses then higher stuped pointless actors.holly-oaks does have its good and its bads moments but its a soap and if you can name me a soap that doesn't have its bad day then i will be IN FOR A SHOCK. if you read this review then make sure you try it out now as were about to find out Lynsey's murder in the upcoming weeks. this show deserves a 8star
mulhollandman Hollyoak's is the brainchild of Phil Redmond. Redmond has provided the British public with some of the best cutting edge drama in the last 30 years. Beginning with Grange Hill in 1978 he established what has now become a legendary national treasure depicting the trials and tribulations of teenagers in their G.C.S.E and A-Levels. He then created Brookside, which changed the story lines of British Soaps forever with its continuous devotion to depict gritty, real suburban live. A programme set in Redmond's native Liverpool that revolved around a community of adults. Then in the 1990's came Hollyoaks. This was Redmond's project to depict live of the twenty something's in Chester.On its release in 1995 it was considered typical Redmond's style. Its depiction of real live issues was sometimes relentlessly hard to watch but in other areas it was terrifically funny. It's cast were wonderful with the emphasis was on a naturalistic performance. The writing was crisp and fresh and very inventive. It dealt in a very mature fashion with the issues depicted and its sensitive approach meant that the soap was held very high in both the public and industries eyes. But as the old cast began to move on and replacements were drafting in it became clear that the previous hard work was being replaced by glamour and over the top story lines. The new actors were looks friendly and not very talented and the acting descended from well thought out characterizations to populist acting. This consists of over the top performances throughout the episode. It is quite frustrating to see this considering whatever went before them were genuine actors and actresses. This is not helped by the over the top story lines. Since January 2006 there has been a kidnapping, incarceration of a rapist who then escapes and commits mass murder. It is now Sept 2006 and the big action packed story lines are still coming. This is not helped by the cheesy camera direction that is employed in some of the scripts. One particular sequence involved a tomato ketchup mustard shoot out involving two girls. This was shot to the style of a John Woo. Some people say this is inspirational but to me its just rubbish and it quite clearly pisses upon what Phil Redmond set out to achieve in 1995. What was a good British Soap full of characters that you would genuinely care for have now been forsaken for a more Americanised product full of whining wannabes.In it's time it has tread some ground that has met Phil Redmond's brief of Realism. The most powerful storyline to date was the male rape of Luke Morgan. This was the last time that Hollyoaks generated such a response from the public. Many of whom welcomed such a topic that had until then been swept under the carpet as a taboo issue. Since then the cheese has been processed weekly and distributed on a daily basis. In the film The Insider the Christopher Plummer character says in relation to media " You will only be remembered for what you did last night ". If this statement is true I really hope Phil Redmond has another ace up his sleeve because at the moment it looks like Hollyoaks current mediocrity will be remembered. 4 out of 10