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The Heat Is On

Episode 2.18 (44)
Aus: Friday, January 25, 2008
Written by Philip Dalkin
Directed by Colin Budds

Cleo is organising a celebration to mark the girls' one year anniversary of becoming mermaids but when an accident in the café sets Ash and Zane against one another, the conflict quickly spreads to Emma and Rikki as they defend the actions of their respective boyfriends. Stuck in the middle of her feuding friends, Cleo is determined to keep their friendships from dissolving. With his date with Charlotte on the same night as the Cleo's party, Lewis' planning skills are put to the test.

Cast: Brittany Byrnes as Charlotte, Cariba Heine as Rikki, Claire Holt as Emma, Phoebe Tonkin as Cleo, Angus McLaren as Lewis, Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Jamie Timony as Nate, Craig Horner as Ash, Alan David Lee as Don

Music: "Another Now" and "Nobody Knows" by Kate Alexa

The Gracie Code, Part One

Episode 2.19 (45)
Friday, February 01, 2008
Written by Max Dann
Directed by Colin Budds

While conducting research is hope of uncovering the secrets of the moon pool, Lewis discovers the work of Max Hamilton, who fifty years earlier found himself in much the same role that Lewis is in now. Lewis tracks down the old man but to earn his trust, Lewis risks betraying the girls' secret knowing the story Max has to tell will shed more light on the history of the moon pool and the girls' lockets.

Cast: Brittany Byrnes as Charlotte, Cariba Heine as Rikki, Claire Holt as Emma, Phoebe Tonkin as Cleo, Angus McLaren as Lewis, Craig Horner as Ash, Trent Sullivan as Elliot, Ashleigh Brewer as Gracie, Matthew Scully as Young Max, Teri Haddy as Louise, Taryn Marler as Julia, Martin Vaughan as Max Hamilton

Notes: Claire Holt does not appear in this episode. Previous generation mermaid Julia was played by Amrita Tarr in episode 1.23 but is now played by Taryn Marler (pic #9) who will return in series 3 as regular character Sophie

The Gracie Code, Part Two

Episode 2.20 (46)
Friday, February 08, 2008
Written by Anthony Morris
Directed by Colin Budds

Charlotte wants answers as to why Lewis is spending so much time with Cleo and the girls. Charlotte appears to be satisfied with Cleo's vague excuse that Lewis is simply helping them with a project, but her curiosity is piqued when, amongst Max's research papers, she spots an old photo of Gracie… her grandmother! Lewis is tasked with finding out exactly what Charlotte knows about her grandmother, but while looking for her own answers, Charlotte makes a startling discovery. Ash makes a well-intentioned attempt to help Emma overcome her apparent fear of water.

Cast: Brittany Byrnes as Charlotte, Cariba Heine as Rikki, Claire Holt as Emma, Phoebe Tonkin as Cleo, Angus McLaren as Lewis, Craig Horner as Ash, Tiffany Lamb as Annette, Cleo Massey as Kim, Ashleigh Brewer as Gracie, Matthew Scully as Young Max, Teri Haddy as Louise, Taryn Marler as Julia

And Then There Were Four

Episode 2.21 (47)
Friday, February 15, 2008
Written by Susan MacGillicuddy
Directed by Colin Budds

Charlotte's stubborn persistence in searching out her grandmother's murky past leads her to Max Hamilton who confirms all of her suspicions. Further research takes her back to the moon pool on Mako Island where secrets are revealed and another mermaid is born. Lewis' relationship with Charlotte is put to the test by his inability to confide in her but Charlotte has no such reservations.

Cast: Brittany Byrnes as Charlotte, Cariba Heine as Rikki, Claire Holt as Emma, Phoebe Tonkin as Cleo, Angus McLaren as Lewis, Cleo Massey as Kim, Craig Marriott as Frank, Ashleigh Brewer as Gracie, Alan David Lee as Don, Martin Vaughan as Max Hamilton

Bubble, Bubble, Toil and Trouble

Episode 2.22 (48)
Friday, February 22, 2008
Written by Sam Carroll
Directed by Colin Budds

Against Rikki's better judgement, the girls agree to make Charlotte feel welcome as the newest member of the "mermaid club". Faced with the prospect of failing Phys-Ed because they have been avoiding swimming, the four girls are forced to work together when they find themselves together on the school's beach volleyball team. Charlotte learns there is more to being a mermaid than she thought and although the learning curve is steep, the final result is nothing short of... super.

Cast: Brittany Byrnes as Charlotte, Cariba Heine as Rikki, Claire Holt as Emma, Phoebe Tonkin as Cleo, Angus McLaren as Lewis, Caroline Stainsby as Ms. Scarf, Dajana Cahill as Cindy, Kimberley Chapman as Morag, Rachael Lister as Volleyball Girl 1, Jill McLeod as Volleyball Girl 2, Dillon Stephenson as Referee, Mira Pawel as Opposition Coach, Melanie Feeney as Volleyball Double, Alan David Lee as Don Sertori

Note: if she looks familiar, Dajana Cahill (who plays Cindy, the leader of the opposing volleyball team), was one of the stars of Mortified

Reckless

Episode 2.23 (49)
Friday, February 29, 2008
Written by Max Dann
Directed by Colin Budds

Concerned about Charlotte's ability to use her new-found abilities wisely, the girls offer to help her learn about her powers but Charlotte refuses their help and becomes determined to prove herself as the only True Mermaid. To help Charlotte overcome fear of dolphins, Lewis takes her to the marine park to meet Ronnie. After Lewis runs afoul of Nate and his Jetski, his pacifist nature causes Charlotte to come to his defence. Can she be stopped before she goes too far and exposes the group's secret?

Cast: Brittany Byrnes as Charlotte, Cariba Heine as Rikki, Claire Holt as Emma, Phoebe Tonkin as Cleo, Angus McLaren as Lewis, Jamie Timony as Nate, Craig Horner as Ash

Three's Company

Episode 2.24 (50)
Friday, March 07, 2008
Written by Sam Carroll
Directed by Colin Budds

Charlotte and the girls clash over plans for Lewis' birthday party. Tired of Charlotte's intrusion into what was once their close-knit group, Rikki decides to step back from the group and promises Zane she'll spend more time with him. Resolved to be the bigger person, Rikki decides to attend Lewis' party and arrives just in time to rescue her friends… and the party.

Cast: Brittany Byrnes as Charlotte, Cariba Heine as Rikki, Claire Holt as Emma, Phoebe Tonkin as Cleo, Angus McLaren as Lewis, Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Craig Horner as Ash, Tiffany Lamb as Annette, Rebekah Madden-Fisher as Amber, Lincoln Lewis as School Friend

Sea Change

Episode 2.25 (51)
Friday, March 14, 2008
Written by Robert Armin
Directed by Colin Budds

Charlotte's short-lived friendship with the other girls is over and she demands that out of loyalty to her, Lewis have no further contact with Rikki, Emma and most of all, Cleo. Isolated from her friends and intimidated by Charlotte, Cleo runs away from home only to find herself in dangerous waters. Determined to find Cleo, Lewis is forced to make a decision: obey Charlotte or help a friend. It is an easy decision for Lewis, but by choosing sides, a powerful enemy is made.

Cast: Brittany Byrnes as Charlotte, Cariba Heine as Rikki, Claire Holt as Emma, Phoebe Tonkin as Cleo, Angus McLaren as Lewis, Cleo Massey as Kim, Jared Robinson as Neil, Caroline Kennison as Lisa, Raelene Chapman as Charlotte Double, Alan David Lee as Don Sertori, Martin Vaughan as Max Hamilton

Unfathomable

Episode 2.26 (52)
Friday, March 21, 2008
Written by Chris Roache
Directed by Colin Budds

On the night of the full moon, a rare planetary alignment presents a unique danger to the girls — the permanent removal of their powers. Their attempt to warn Charlotte, who has yet to experience a full moon, only renews their rivalry and sets up a confrontation that will change lives forever. Tired of all the secrets, Ash demands an explanation from Emma.

Cast: Brittany Byrnes as Charlotte, Cariba Heine as Rikki, Claire Holt as Emma, Phoebe Tonkin as Cleo, Angus McLaren as Lewis, Burgess Abernathy as Zane, Craig Horner as Ash, Caroline Kennison as Lisa, Jared Robinsen as Neil Gilbert, Trent Sullivan as Elliot, Martin Vaughan as Max Hamilton

Note: series 2 of H2O may be finished but Cariba Heine and Craig Horner can be seen in series 3 of Blue Water High (Burgess Abernethy and Jamie Timony also appear in guest roles). Angus McLaren will be starring alongside Rebecca Gibney and Erik Thomson in Seven's new series Packed to the Rafters. In 2009, 18-year-old Ashleigh Brewer (Gracie) landed a role in Neighbours.