The Only Way Is Essex series 36

The Only Way Is Essex
Series 36
No. of episodes12
Release
Original networkITV2
Original release2026 (2026)
Series chronology

The thirty-sixth series of the British reality television programme The Only Way Is Essex is set to begin airing on ITV2 in 2026.[1] Filming began in January 2026, with several of the episodes being filmed in Vietnam.[2][3] Prior to the beginning of the series, it was announced that Roman Hackett, Sammy Root and Matilda Draper would all be departing the show after appearing in nine, three and two series, respectively.[4][5] It was also confirmed that Chloe Meadows would not appear in this series, after announcing she would be taking a break from the show.[6][7] In February 2026, it was announced that Freddie Bentley would be leaving the programme after five series, having flown home early whilst the cast were filming in Vietnam.[8][9][10]

Cast

Episodes

See also: List of The Only Way Is Essex episodes
No.
overall		No. in
series		TitleOriginal release dateDuration
4341"Episode 1"2026 (2026)60 minutes

References

  1. ^ "TOWIE series 36: start date, new cast and Vietnam trip". Closer. 10 February 2026. Retrieved 6 March 2026.
  2. ^ "TOWIE star speaks out on 'new era' after 'raw' Vietnam trip". Closer. 16 February 2026. Retrieved 6 March 2026.
  3. ^ "TOWIE star QUITS filming in Vietnam and flies home early". Closer. 5 February 2026. Retrieved 6 March 2026.
  4. ^ "TOWIE star QUITS after Christmas special". Closer. 9 December 2025. Retrieved 6 March 2026.
  5. ^ Vince, Yasmin (10 December 2025). "TOWIE exodus as two more stars announce they're leaving ITV reality show". Daily Mirror. Retrieved 6 March 2026.
  6. ^ "TOWIE shake up: 'fresh' faces join show following cast cull". Closer. 19 January 2026. Retrieved 6 March 2026.
  7. ^ "Another TOWIE star QUITS show following love split". Closer. 10 December 2025. Retrieved 6 March 2026.
  8. ^ Brun, Liam De (5 February 2026). "TOWIE star breaks silence after flying home from filming in series future update". Manchester Evening News. Retrieved 6 March 2026.
  9. ^ Roberts, Jamie (20 February 2026). "TOWIE star quits ITV show after finding 'peace and wellbeing' - full statement". Daily Mirror. Retrieved 6 March 2026.
  10. ^ "Ella Rae Wise reveals there's 'no words' to describe new series of TOWIE". Closer. 9 February 2026. Retrieved 6 March 2026.
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