The Story of Tracy Beaker (series 5)

The Story of Tracy Beaker (series 5)
Country of origin United Kingdom
No. of episodes 20
Release
Original network CBBC
CBBC HD (repeats)
Original release 28 November (2005-11-28) – 9 December 2005 (2005-12-09)

The fifth series of the British children's television series The Story of Tracy Beaker aired from 28 November 2005 until 9 December 2005 on CBBC and continued to air repeats on CBBC and CBBC HD. The series follows the lives of the children in care the fictional children's care home. It consists of twenty fifteen-minute episodes, which is two episodes less from the previous series, and is the fifth series in the Tracy Beaker franchise. Mike Milligan (Connor Byrne) returns after a three season gap and has been a Head care worker ever since to Tracy Beaker Returns and currently working on The Dumping Ground in Series 4.

Cast

Main

  • Nisha Nayar as Elaine Boyack
  • Montanna Thompson as Justine Littlewood
  • Ciaran Joyce as Lol Plakova
  • Darragh Mortell as Crash Daniels
  • Cara Readle as Layla
  • Jack Edwards as Marco Maloney (Departed Episode 18)
  • Abby Rakic-Platt as Jackie Hopper (From Episode 6)
  • Connor Byrne as Mike Milligan
  • Sophie Borja as Roxy Wellard
  • Craig Roberts as Rio Wellard
  • Felix Drake as Wolfie
  • Georgina Hagen as Rebecca Chalmers
  • Holly Gibbs as Milly (From Episode 5; Departed Episode 18)
  • Olivia Grant as Alice (From Episode 7)
  • Dani Harmer as Tracy Beaker (From Episode 4; 6 Episodes)
  • Nicola Reynolds as Shelley Appelton (From Episode 10; Departed Episode 14; 5 Episodes)
  • Ben Hanson as Bouncer Plakova (5 Episodes)
  • Lisa Coleman as Cam Lawson (From Episode 4; 4 Episodes)
  • Deepal Parmer as Chantal Wellard (Until Episode 3; 3 Episodes)

Guest

  • Morgan Hopkins as Steve Littlewood
  • Kathryn Dimery as Carrie
  • Adam Skilton as John
  • Morgan Wyn Bowen as Billy
  • Vinod Soni as Chantal's dad
  • George McAllister as Gary
  • Ram John Holder as "Flying" Freddie Mercer
  • Victoria Pugh as Mrs Ball
  • Phylip Harries as Shop Assistant
  • Emma Treharne Jones as Mrs Lucre
  • Giles Thomas as Mr Lucre
  • Patrick Robinson as Theo
  • Lisa Diveney as Lucy
  • Owen Garmon as Mr Willis
  • Pamela Merrick as Mrs Hood
  • Sid Beadle as Charlie
  • Dave Bond as Mr Boxer
  • Anita Reynolds as Mrs Boxer
  • Natasha Collett as Emily
  • Ruth Collett as Romily
  • Maddie Rakic-Platt as New Girl
  • Sian Naiomi as Registrar

Episodes
No. in
series		 Title Directed by Written by Original air date Prod.
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1"Caring and Sharing"TBAMary Morris28 November 20055.1

To wean the kids off vegging out in front of the TV with a more classic pursuit... puppet theatres! Elsewhere, Mike is not enjoying his new role as chef.

Note: First appearance of Rebecca Chalmers (Georgina Hagen)

Note: Return of Mike Milligan & Justine Littlewood as main characters.
2"Too Many Crooks"TBAGary Lawson and John Phelps28 November 20055.2
There is a mystery thief in the Dumping Ground, as seemingly random items are going missing – but who's responsible? Meanwhile, the feud between reluctant roomies Justine and Rebecca continues to rise. Lol feels torn between Bouncer and Wolfie now that Bouncer is not living at the DG, whilst Mike's cooking continues to cause a stir amongst the kids.
3"Chantal's Goodbye"TBATBA29 November 20055.3

The combined force of the Trio of Terror looks set to crumble, as Chantal decides to give her returning father another chance at being a responsible dad, much to the disgust of the other two. All the other kids are overjoyed though, as it may well mean no more Wellard tyranny. Meanwhile, Justine's father Steve pays a surprise visit after a bit of underhand activity on Elaine's part. But Justine remains distant.

Note: Last Appearance of Chantal Wellard (Deepal Parmar).
4"Free Piggy"TBATBA29 November 20055.4

Mike creates a mini-farmyard enclosure in the back garden, complete with three chickens and a fully-grown pig! Lol and Layla feel sorry for the pig, and embark on a liberation mission. Meanwhile, Rio is pulling out all the stops to maximise his chances of getting fostered at Elaine's Open Day, but all Roxy is interested in is maintaining the Wellard unity at any cost. And, A very special face for the DG's past makes a spectacular return on Open Day.

Note: First appearance in series 5 of Dani Harmer as Tracy Beaker.
5"Scary Milly"TBATBA30 November 20055.5

After the boys discover a creepy looking mask during a loft clear-out, everyone becomes convinced it has mystical powers, especially after strange goings-on start to happen. Is it really the mask – or maybe the Dumping Ground's latest arrival, who's perpetual silence is unsettling. Meanwhile, Justine is determind to prove to Rebecca that she can be sensitive by befriending a troubled Wolfie, which leads to an embarrassing misunderstanding.

Note: First Appearance of Milly (Holly Gibbs)
6"Life Coach"TBATBA30 November 20055.6

Jackie limps back to the Dumping Ground on a crutch, but she's not in the mood for anything but solitude. Tracy's getting the impression she's not wanted by anyone, and Crash gets some news which makes him take to the punch bag in a big way. Meanwhile, Marco is having a crisis of costume.

Note: Return of Jackie Hopper (Abby Rakic Platt)

Note: Guest appearance of Freddy Mercer (John Ram Holder)
7"Frankelainestein"TBATBA1 December 20055.7

It's Mother's Day, and Marco needs a mum, but for a very special reason, so Bouncer steps in and poses as a woman, leading to a strange encounter with a very strange shopkeeper. Meanwhile, the newest arrival at the DG, Alice, becomes roommates with Layla and tries to befriend Roxy. But her belief in fairies and fortune soon makes her a target of Roxy's cruelty. and the usually scatty, neurotic Elaine undergoes a complete re-build overnight, which is welcomed by all – at first.

Note: First Appearance of Alice (Olivia Grant)

Note: Guest Appearance of Bouncer (Ben Hanson)
8"Tracy's Fantasy"TBATBA1 December 20055.8
After yet another row with Cam, Tracy, indignant that all the adults in her life are telling her to just grow up and think of others, decides to get them back with a prank-fest, which leads to an accident. A dream sequence follows, where Tracy's now Head Care Worker along with Roxy, all the adults are now children, the silent Milly is the gobbiest kid in the house, and Cam's dressed up and behaving like Tracy herself, and worse still, Justine and Crash are getting married. Will this strange dream soften Tracy's heart towards Cam and Garry?
9"Cash Cows"TBATBA2 December 20055.9

It's 'Be Nice To Wolfie Day' in the Dumping Ground, as two groups of kids vie for his favour after finding out he's been receiving unwanted 'conscience cheques' from his parents totalling over £1,000 – but what good will come of it? Meanwhile, Lol and Bouncer become odd-job men around the house, but who's responsible for the place falling apart?

Note: Guest Appearance of Bouncer (Ben Hanson)
10"Telling Tales"TBATBA2 December 20055.10

Tracy, Crash, Rio, Lol and Justine are grounded after performing a series of pranks on the staff. Bored, the five keep themselves entertained by telling tales featuring the staff. Meanwhile, Shelley Appleton returns to the DG to take over the role of "Acting Carework

Note: Return of Shelly Appleton (Nicola Reynolds)

Note: Ironically Hayley, Dolly, Louise & Chantal's cartoons are seen in Tracy's story even though they have left
11"A Dog's Life"TBATBA5 December 20055.11
After Alice introduces Layla and Roxy to one of her 'wish-necklaces', strange things seem to start happening at the DG. Firstly, an abandoned dog turns up, then a wealthy couple with a view to fostering, and it's not long before the battlelines are drawn between the money-mad kids. Meanwhile, Tracy interviews Crash and Jackie about life in care for a newspaper article, and Roxy undergoes a complete makeover.
12"Whodunnit?"TBATBA5 December 20055.12
When Elaine is targeted in a revenge attack, Justine is assigned to solve the mystery. But it proves to be a tough job, as everyone seems to have a motive for punishing Elaine the Pain.
13"Spare Dad"TBATBA6 December 20055.13
Crash's dad has an appointment to visit him at the Dumping Ground, but, with Justine and Jackie at loggerheads as to what's best for Crash, and Rio trying to muscle in on having a dad, Will father and son ever get the privacy they need to work out terms for starting again? Meanwhile, Justine, Jackie and Roxy fear they are becoming like Elaine as they interfere in Crash's life.
14"Operation Careworker"TBATBA6 December 20055.14

When the DG kids find they'll have no say in who replaces Shelley as Head Care Worker, they decide to add their own interview stage to the three applicants up for the post. They begin to think they might have a winner, but nothing's as simple as that at Elm Tree House... Maybe the new Head Careworker lies much closer to home.

Note: Last appearance of Shelly Appleton (Nicola Reynolds)
15"Bouncer's Kitchen"TBATBA7 December 20055.15

When Mike ruins yet another meal and has to resort to takeaways once again, and finally resigns himself to the fact that Duke has gone for good, he decides to appoint Bouncer as new chef, which the kids are overjoyed at. But when Bouncer introduces a new macrobiotic regime with no sugars or additives at all, most of the kids are revolted – until very strange things start to occur...

Note: Guest Appearance of Bouncer(Ben Hanson)
16"Love All"TBATBA7 December 20055.16

It's Valentine's Day, and Elaine and Mike have arranged a romantic disco party for all the kids, on the proviso that they all pair off for it – much to Roxy's disgust! With no love in the air, Marco and Milly spend the day playing Cupid in a series of ingenious ways, and one resident gets a comeuppance they'll never forget! Meanwhile, Justine and Rebecca are at loggerheads as they both want to be paired with Crash.

Note: Guest Appearance of Bouncer(Ben Hanson)
17"Toddler In Town"TBATBA8 December 20055.17
After Mike bangs his head and Elaine has to take him to hospital with mild concussion, Justine is left in charge of the DG. But before she can fully start throwing her weight around, a surprise visitor arrives and turns the house upside down. Could this new arrival spell the end of her feud with Rebecca? Meanwhile, an old chest is found in the attic, and Lol, Roxy and Rio become fixated on finding out what's inside it.
18"Two's A Crowd"TBATBA8 December 20055.18

There's a whole world of activity during Special Guest Day at the Dumping Ground – Justine had been looking forward to her dad Steve visiting, only to find he's brought the worst plus-one she could ever imagine, and Marco looks set to move in with the Boxers, but how will poor Milly take the news? Flying Freddie Mercer is subjected to a most demeaning prank and Bouncer finds his special treats have been doctored – It soon becomes clear that someone is trying to ruin the day.

Note: Guest Appearance of Bouncer (Ben Hanson)

Note: Last appearance of Marco(Jack Edwards), Milly(Holly Gibbs),Freddy Mercer(John Ram Holder, Steve Littlewood (Morgan Hopkins)& John Littlewood (Adam Skilton)
19"Moving On"TBATBA9 December 20055.19
Lol's heading to join his brother at the halfway house, and his leaving party prompts Tracy to consider her future – she hasn't long left to stay at the Dumping Ground herself, and even Alice can't see what's in store for her! After some pondering, she decides to give Cam one more chance, but how will she react to the surprise announcement Cam has for her?
20"The Wedding"TBATBA9 December 20055.20
It's Cam and Gary's big day – but Tracy still doesn't want anything to do with it, and she won't tell anyone why. But when she changes her mind and crashes the wedding, Cam and her new husband drop a bombshell which changes everything! Meanwhile, it looks like Crash's artwork has finally attracted some professional interest, and it looks like the whole cycle is going to repeat itself with a new arrival at the Dumping Ground...

References

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