EastEnders – Series 42
Episodes
01/01/2026
Secrets are revealed in an exclusive window on what’s to come for one Walford family in 2026.
05/01/2026
Jean’s behaviour causes concern, Phil and Julie visit a care home with Nigel, and Kathy gets badmouthed by a new competitor.
06/01/2026
Nicola has a plan for revenge, Alfie tries to handle a difficult situation, and Phil makes a big decision about the future.
07/01/2026
Ravi is thrown into a dangerous situation, Linda attends her school reunion, and Penny realises Gina knows her secret.
08/01/2026
Priya, Vinny and Nugget search for Ravi, Linda hears some home truths about her past behaviour, and Honey’s mistake leads to an opportunity.
12/01/2026
Ravi comes to a shocking realisation, Max gets a new fan, and Linda runs round after Bea.
13/01/2026
The police continue their investigation into an attack, Oscar and Lauren plan a memorial for Abi, and Penny is concerned for a friend.
14/01/2026
Nicola gets a nasty surprise, Honey offers a shoulder to cry on, and Gina gives romantic advice to Penny.
15/01/2026
The Brannings gather to remember Abi, Priya tries to reassure a loved one, and Jack turns up the pressure.
19/01/2026
Zoe makes a life-changing decision, Honey plays matchmaker, and Linda marks Mick’s birthday.
20/01/2026
Oscar has a tricky choice to make, Sam turns to George, and Honey gives Elaine vital intel.
21/01/2026
Max gets on the defensive, Nicola has a proposition for George, and Sam confronts Phil.
22/01/2026
Phil gets ready to act, Sam faces a difficult day, and Harvey tries to make Ian and Elaine see sense.
26/01/2026
The Mitchells demand answers, Jasmine comes up with a new plan, and George faces a difficult conversation.
27/01/2026
Vicki confides in Zack, Max makes a shocking admission, and Elaine and Ian’s feud gets out of hand.
28/01/2026
Vicki faces Joel in court as his trial begins, Ian swears revenge on Elaine, and Bea looks for a job.
29/01/2026
Emotions run high in court, Avani takes the stand, and burglars target the Minute Mart.
02/02/2026
Vicki faces a big decision, Bea is excited about making a fresh start, and Linda is worried about a friend.
03/02/2026
Ross seeks the truth, Phil gets an important phone call, and Honey spills a secret.
04/02/2026
Linda goes over and above for Nigel and Julie, Patrick tries to get answers, and Barney stumbles upon some shocking information.
05/02/2025
Denise and Kim rally around Patrick, Priya and Ravi make a move to protect Nugget, Barney is left in distress, and Honey tries her best to reassure Bea.
09/02/2026
A worrying situation arises for the Panesars, Zoe asks for help from an unlikely source, and Honey tries to backtrack.
10/02/2026
Ravi struggles to deal with recent events, Max attempts to manage a situation, Kat and Vicki join forces, and Alfie gets a shock.
11/02/2026
Linda confides in Max, and Priya is angry after discovering a truth.
12/02/2026
Kat is desperate to get answers, and Bea meddles in a situation.
16/02/2026
The Truemans prepare for an emotional day, Kat takes control of a situation, and Max tries to heal a growing rift.
17/02/2026
Jasmine has a request for Oscar, Linda sets the record straight, and George and Nicola share an announcement.
18/02/2016
Worrying news reaches Zoe, Johnny makes a move to save his business, and George worries about Kojo.
19/02/2026
Tensions rise between Johnny and Callum, Sam supports Lily on the anniversary of Martin’s death, and Harry confides in Penny about his love life.
23/02/2026
The Brannings have an eventful Sunday lunch, Callum faces a moral dilemma, and Ravi applies for a job at the car lot.
24/02/2026
Johnny tries to resolve an escalating situation, Penny is torn over a life-changing decision, and Denzel gets an idea for how to help Patrick.
25/02/2026
Ravi loses control after a difficult day, Johnny wrestles with a situation, and Denzel puts a plan into action.
26/02/2026
A bad situation looks set to get much worse for Ravi. Patrick and Yolande are shocked by Denzel. And Penny lets her guard down with Vinny.
02/03/2026
Linda makes a bad situation worse, Julie faces a moral dilemma, and Jack fears that Ravi isn’t up to the job.
03/03/2026
Ravi is conflicted over his loyalties, Max takes action on Linda’s behalf, and Howie is determined to make a difference.
04/03/2026
Mark walks into a risky situation, Kim gets a surprise at the Albert, and there’s conflict between Nigel’s loved ones.
05/03/2026
Phil prepares for a big change. Lexi gives some sage advice.
09/03/2026
The pressure grows for Mark, Lauren worries about her future, and Phil avoids a situation.
10/03/2026
A situation escalates for two Walford residents, Vicki learns a worrying truth, and Max and Lauren find themselves at loggerheads.
11/03/2026
Priya gives an ultimatum for the sake of her family, Ross tries to help with a situation, and Lauren tries to prove herself.
12/03/2026
Mark comes to Lauren’s aid, Vicki asks Phil for help, and Oscar plays Ian and Elaine at their own game.
16/03/2026
There’s drama for the Brannings as they spend Mother’s Day with the Beales, Bea plays with fire, and Jean extends an olive branch.
17/03/2026
Lauren gets her stride back, Denise and Kim have an unexpected visitor, and Suki receives a shock.
18/03/2026
Denise accidentally causes upset, Suki and Vinny come to blows, and Billy grows concerned.
19/03/2026
Denise and Kim come up with a plan to fix things, Max makes an effort with Linda, and Billy’s approach causes upset.
23/03/2026
The Truemans prepare to welcome a visitor, Suki dismisses Vinny’s olive branch, and Bea continues to overfamiliarise herself.
24/03/2036
Bea’s emotions get the better of her, Zoe is blindsided, and the Panesars and the Brannings attempt to bond.
25/03/2026
The Slaters put on a show of family unity, Vinny makes a gesture, and Bea attempts to garner sympathy.
26/03/2026
Cindy finds herself in hot water, Bea orchestrates a plan, and Vicki supports Zack.
30/03/2026
Penny and Vinny have their first baby scan, Zoe tries to build bridges, and Zack faces financial problems.
31/03/2026
Josh puts his best foot forward, Penny weighs up her options, and Vinny’s plans cause a stir.
01/04/2026
Elaine and Ian remain at odds, Penny is given a choice, and the Truemans worry about Patrick.
02/04/2026
Residents gather for the opening of Knight Fusion, Ian attempts to make amends, and Vicki and Ross think about wedding venues.
06/04/2026
Jasmine receives a visitor, Nicola is left frustrated, and Ross and Harvey hatch a plan.
07/04/2026
Tensions are high as Jasmine’s trial commences, George makes a declaration, and Ross grows paranoid.
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Jasmine faces a crucial decision, Penny confronts Nicola, and Ross and Vicki discuss their future.
09/04/2026
The verdict in Jasmine’s trial is read, Vicki shares her hesitations, and Elaine and Ian hold their campaign launch events.
13/04/2026
It’s the day of Vicki and Ross’s stag dos, Jasmine starts to feel part of the Slaters, and Bea makes a decision about her love life.
14/04/2026
A situation escalates for Vicki, Oscar attempts to avoid Josh, and Bea grows jealous of Honey.
15/04/2026
Vicki starts to become paranoid, Priya continues to worry about Ravi, and Oscar puts Lauren and Max to the test.
16/04/2026
Vicki is out of options, and Max and Lauren continue to compete.
20/04/2026
Priya tries to help Ravi, Nugget stands up for himself, and Lauren explores a new business venture.
21/04/2026
Ravi is determined to keep his family together, Mark tries to help Lauren, and Elaine and Ian attend a gala.
22/04/2026
Suki starts to worry about the family, Max and Cindy grow closer, and the Mitchells rally together.
23/04/2026
Max and Cindy share a moment, Ravi finally gets the help he needs, Lauren and Mark team up, and Sam gives Mark an idea.
27/04/2026
Grant returns to Walford and is confronted with emotions. Phil continues to struggle whilst Ravi begins therapy and Cindy agrees to a date with Max.
28/04/2026
The time has come for Julie to make a difficult decision, Phil is overwhelmed and running out of time, Priya is overwhelmed and The Vic comes together for a momentous celebration.
29/04/2026
Grant urges Phil to see sense whilst everybody gathers up the courage to prepare to say a final goodbye to Nigel.
30/04/2026
Phil continues to keep his distance and suffer in silence, Julie returns home to the square.
04/05/2026
Nicola receives a shock, Phil and Sam support a loved one, and Ian desperately tries to gain extra votes.
05/05/2026
Nicola is forced to come clean to George, Ian makes a rash decision after being humiliated by Oscar, and Linda makes a decision for the sake of her family.
06/05/2026
Ian instantly regrets his actions, Grant steps in to help a friend, and Gina and Harry are forced to come clean.
07/05/2026
It’s election day, and Ian and Elaine are anxiously awaiting the results. Nicola tries to support George, and Max’s jealousy mounts.
11/05/2026
Ian makes a worrying discovery, Nicola takes matters into her own hands, and Grant helps a friend.
12/05/2026
Bea finds herself in hot water, Mark tries to ask for help, and George and Nicola face questions from their family.
13/05/2026
Grant makes a situation worse, Bea panics about her actions, and Nicola realises she is out of options.
14/05/2026
Bea is out of options, Mark and Grant’s relationship is more strained than ever, and Cindy tries to get through to George.
18/05/2026
Lauren makes a risky decision, Jasmine, Oscar and Josh spend the day together, and Gina fears for her dad.
19/05/2026
Vicki and Grant try to stage an intervention, Mark grows desperate, and Josh makes Oscar jealous.
20/05/2026
Walford gathers for the day of Nigel’s funeral, Grant worries about Mark, and the Mitchells head off on a mission.
21/05/2026
Grant drowns his sorrows, Nigel leaves Julie a final gift, while Lauren puts her family first.
25/05/2026
Max confronts the Mitchells about his suspicions, Gina gives Eddie the cold shoulder, and Zack gets some unwelcome news.
26/05/2026
Grant steps up to protect his family, Zack purposely raises suspicions, and Eddie and Harry clash.
27/05/2026
It’s the day of Vicki and Ross’s wedding, but will it go ahead? Priya gets a shock.
28/05/2026
Chaos erupts at Vicki and Ross’s wedding, and Denise receives some news.
01/06/2026
Yolande helps Denise as she processes life-changing news, and Ian is blissfully unaware that his happy life is about to change.
02/06/2026
Ian’s world comes crashing down. Max shocks Cindy.
03/06/2026
Max’s emotions force him into a reckless decision, Yolande covers for Denise as she’s pulled in two directions, and George makes a worrying discovery.
04/06/2026
George makes a decision for the sake of his family. The sun rises on Walford as the 'night that changes everything’ comes to a close, but it’s clear the tricky road ahead has only just begun for some.
08/06/2026
George spars in the boxing gym, but things take a turn. Ian struggles with recent events. And Denise is urged to start treatment.
09/06/2026
Kat plans a birthday dinner for Jasmine, Oscar wrestles with the feelings he has for both Josh and Jasmine, and Jack tries to get through to Denise.
10/06/2026
Ian seeks redemption, Nicola is determined to help George, and the Slaters gather for the birthday dinner.
11/06/2026
Chaos erupts at the Vic, Chelsea’s world is turned upside down, and George and Gina try to clear the air.
15/06/2026
Jack confides in Phil, Denise makes an announcement in the Vic which leaves everyone shocked, and Vinny starts to feel sidelined.
16/06/2026
The family rally around Denise as she finally decides to start treatment, someone makes a momentous return and Vinny asks Penny a question.
17/06/2026
Chelsea and Libby agree to help Denise, Ian finds himself in need of new legal representation, and Harry begins to worry about Gina.
18/06/2026
Libby supports Chelsea during a tough time, all is not well between Billy and Honey, and Bea decides to reinsert herself.