Made in Chelsea (series 12)

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Made in Chelsea
Series 12
No. of episodes11
Release
Original network E4
Original release10 October (2016-10-10) 
19 December 2016 (2016-12-19)
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The twelfth series of Made in Chelsea , a British structured-reality television programme began airing on 10 October 2016 on E4, [1] [2] and concluded on 26 December 2016 following eleven episodes and a "Christmas Party" special episode hosted by Rick Edwards. [3] This series also featured the return of former cast members Fred Ferrier and Oliver Proudlock having last appeared in the fourth and tenth series respectively. [4] New cast members for this series include Emily Blackwell, Julius Cowdrey and Nick Summerfield, [5] as well as Akin Solanke-Caulker, who is the first black cast member to feature in the show.[ citation needed ] This is the final series to include Jess Woodley.[ citation needed ] This series focused heavily on the divide between the girls as Tiff and Toff's ongoing feud continued, until they eventually made up much to the distress of Toff's best friend Jess. [6] As well as this, the start of Olivia and Fred's new romance is included in this series. [7]

Contents

Cast

Episodes

Series
no.
Episode
no.
TitleOriginal air dateDurationUK viewers
1361"I Genuinely Believe He Thinks He's In A Disney Film"10 October 2016 (2016-10-10)60 minutes694,000
Back home in Chelsea, Binky is flooded with calls from JP as he begins his mission to win her back, confessing to her that he still loves her. After fearing that Sam is getting too comfortable in their relationship, Tiff flirts with new boy Julius in front of his face in an attempt to make him jealous. Elsewhere Alex and Frankie's feud continues, Proudlock makes a welcome return to the group, and there's a frosty atmosphere when Toff and Jess isolate themselves. Enraged over JP's sudden U-turn over Binky, Ollie has it out with him leading to an explosive argument.
1372"Every Time Francis Paints A Girl's Heart Is Broken"17 October 2016 (2016-10-17)60 minutes798,000
The tension between Jess and Toff and the remaining girls intensifies when Emily tells Olivia what they've been saying about her. Meanwhile Binky is hit with a huge dilemma over JP and seeks advice from both Ollie and her Mum, but they don't give her the encouragement she wanted. Alex brings Emily to Olivia's birthday party where Rosie urges Binky to move on from JP and get with Julius instead, and Frankie bans Jamie from seeing Jess. Francis returns to Chelsea with a huge gesture for Olivia, whilst Binky and JP move forward.
1383"You Have Got Naughty Little Thing Written All Over Your Face"24 October 2016 (2016-10-24)60 minutes845,000
Olivia is knocked for six when Francis tells her they're better off as friends, whilst Jess tells Alex off for going to the girls with what she's said about them. Binky plans a camping trip away, but after hearing that Julius may have feelings for her, Ollie decides to invite him along for "fun" – but then confesses to having an ulterior motive when JP rages with him. Jess and Toff's attempt to clear the air with the girls turn sour, whilst Rosie and Louise both notice the sexual tension between Binky and Julius. Elsewhere Francis delivers a speech about his new passion; Pangolins.
1394"Kanye West, What Is That?"31 October 2016 (2016-10-31)60 minutes853,000
Emily catches a spark between Alex and Jess making her feel uncomfortable with them still being friends. Binky decides to work things out with JP, but Ollie still thinks she belongs with Julius. After a nude photo shoot for Olivia, the boys think that Fred may be falling for her – but Francis refuses to believe it. There's tension when JP and Julius come face-to-face with each other. Elsewhere Stephanie returns to hear the latest gossip in Chelsea, Jess feels there may actually be a spark between her and Alex, and Julius agrees to back off from JP and Binky.
1405"Well You Haven't Seen My Giant Silver Ostrich"7 November 2016 (2016-11-07)60 minutes788,000
There are doubts in Ollie's mind over his new relationship with Nick, and he's forced to deliver them when the pair go for a romantic day together. Louise is petrified to tell Ryan that she's been in contact with her ex-boyfriend, and is left reeling when he doesn't react the way she had hoped. Fred is torn over what to do with Olivia when Jamie pleads him to think about his friendship with Francis. Meanwhile Nick demands answers from Ollie over their break-up, Ryan accepts Louise's apology, and Fred goes against his better judgement and asks Olivia out on a date.
1416"I Don't Care About Quinoa"14 November 2016 (2016-11-14)60 minutes747,000
Louise notices a rift between Sam and Tiff so desperately attempts to get her brother's relationship back on track, but her meddling isn't appreciated. Toff offers an outsiders opinion much to the anger of Tiff. Elsewhere Francis feels betrayed by Fred after hearing he's kissed Olivia, and Jamie fears the living arrangements with Frankie could spell trouble for them. Olivia confronts Francis for getting inside Fred's head, whilst Jamie is forced to admit to Frankie that he thinks she should move out. Julius admits he may still carry a torch for Binky.
1427"Get Off Your High Horse"21 November 2016 (2016-11-21)60 minutes688,000
JP flips when he finds out that Binky has been flirting with Julius on a night out and leaving him messages, but she feels all of the rumours have been blown out of proportion. Frankie realises that Jamie isn't being entirely honest with her following a conversation with Alex and Emily. Francis finally clears the air with Fred and gives him the green light to go with Olivia, whilst Jamie rages with Alex for telling Frankie the truth. JP feels he needs to take a step back from his relationship with Binky, Toff and Tiff continue to bicker, and Julius hears some home truths from Sam.
1438"I'm Wearing His Boxers Today And They're Enormous"28 November 2016 (2016-11-28)60 minutes645,000
Binky takes a break from Chelsea in order to clear her head. Sam is stuck in an impossible situation as Tiff and Toff's feud reaches another level, and Stephanie asks Julius out on a date. Following some tough love from Rosie and Louise, Binky fears she's lost the support of her friends so visits her Mum for solace. Jamie and Frankie finally make progress with their relationship, whilst Sam encourages Tiff and Toff to go out for coffee together to attempt to clear the air. Elsewhere JP admits that he's happier without Binky.
1449"My Libido Is Going Bang Right Now"5 December 2016 (2016-12-05)60 minutes752,000
JP decides to cut all contact with Binky in an attempt to let her go. Jess dampens Toff's spirits by disagreeing with her new found friendship with Tiff feeling they're both being disingenuous. Stephanie enjoys a successful date with Julius before swiftly ending their brief fling after discovering his age. Binky amends things with Rosie and Louise having realised they're only looking out for her, whilst Olivia and Fred make things official. Jess lashes out and gives Toff an ultimatum; the choice between their friendship or her friendship with Tiff.
14510"I'm On A Bratwurst Hunt"12 December 2016 (2016-12-12)60 minutes775,000
Fred takes Olivia to Vienna for his violin recital, but as the invites spread it's not long before new rivals Tiff and Julius come face-to-face without the other knowing they'd be there. Louise is furious to learn that Stephanie has decided to seek fitness advice from Ryan and forbids him from being her personal trainer. Elsewhere Jess is distraught to find out that Toff has gone to Vienna with the girls, whilst Sam refuses to accept the olive branch offered by Julius. Elsewhere Olivia and Fred share the news that they're now boyfriend and girlfriend, and Alex comforts Jess.
14611"You Didn't Put Any Breathing Holes In Here"19 December 2016 (2016-12-19)60 minutes861,000
Sam and Tiff surprise their friends by their choice of Christmas card, whilst Louise reels from another argument with Ryan. Stephanie gives Alex a huge surprise but he's taken even further aback when she confesses her feelings towards him. Jamie is torn over the perfect gift to get Frankie, and Sam gives Tiff a key to his house. After seeing Binky coseying up to JP again, Ollie puts his rivalry aside to support his friend. Alex agrees to give Stephanie a chance, Ryan and Louise make peace, and Akin admits he may have a thing for Rosie.
"Christmas Party"26 December 2016 (2016-12-26)60 minutes426,000
Presented by Rick Edwards, the cast reunite to discuss events from the series.

Ratings

EpisodeDateOfficial E4 rating [8] E4 weekly rank [8]
Episode 110 October 2016694,0006
Episode 217 October 2016798,0006
Episode 324 October 2016845,0007
Episode 431 October 2016853,0006
Episode 57 November 2016788,0007
Episode 614 November 2016747,0007
Episode 721 November 2016688,0007
Episode 828 November 2016645,0007
Episode 95 December 2016752,0007
Episode 1012 December 2016775,0006
Episode 1119 December 2016861,0004
Christmas Party26 December 2016426,0009
Average768,0006

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