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EDITORIAL
Tuesday 6th January 2025
We don’t know about you at home, but ever since 1st January and the flash forward episode, everyone here at Walford Walk HQ has been re-watching, freeze-framing and comparing notes while nursing our hangovers, trying to unravel the mystery of New Year’s Day 2027!
And we have so many more questions! Why is the Vic boarded up and seemingly Slater-free? What’s wrong with Denise and Jack? Who are baby Ethan‘s parents? Is Libby back for something else, or just the wedding? Who is Oscar dating? Which one of his children will Max choose? Who has them captive?
And perhaps, more importantly for EastEnders, will Max get to the Church in time to marry Chelsea/Cindy/Linda/Pick One? It’s going to be a long year for some of us, I think, not least the cast and crew who know nothing of what’s to come!
We’ll be looking at clues that turn up as we go, but for now, let’s have fun seeing how Max gets into this mess!
Knowing him, it won’t take him long…
Onto next week now, and things certainly seemed to be heating up between Penny and Vinny on New Year’s Eve where the pair were spotted sharing a rather passionate kiss – and we aren’t the only ones who noticed!
Gina Knight decides to play matchmaker with her new roommate Penny this week, but it turns out that Vinny didn’t exactly rock Penny’s world. Is there a chance for Vinny to make a second attempt to woo Penny? Or will she use her right to be stubborn, like every other Branning out there, and refuse to see a good thing when it comes along! And could this be where baby Ethan comes from?
Also next week, the Branning family come together to remember Abi on the anniversary of her death. But, as usual, Max ruins it for everyone else, hacking off Lauren – again!
And speaking of Max, it seems Linda’s new friend Bea takes quite a shine to him… Has his new bride been revealed already?
But before all of that, there’s serious consequences for all involved when Ravi realises the full extent of what happened when he was drugged…
We’ll be hiding, just over here… from a safe distance…
Regards,
The Curator
Week Commencing: 12th January – 15th January 2026
Directed by: Abe Juckes
Monday 12th January 2026
Written by: Charlotte Pattullo
Ravi wakes up in the street with no memory of what happened last night, but soon realises that he’s responsible for an incident.
He decides to confide in Priya over what’s happened, but worries when the detectives who are investigating start asking her questions. Will Priya keep the secret?
Meanwhile, Bea takes a shine to Max and is pleased when he asks her out so that Linda can focus on Ollie, who’s having an issue at school.
Elsewhere, Yolande suggests to Patrick that he should build bridges with Jasmine and invite her over.
Tuesday 13th January 2026
Written by: Rob Gittins
The police continue their investigation into an attack and announce that they want to speak to Ravi following their interview with Priya.
Meanwhile, Max is unsettled to realise that Bea thinks they’re going on a date, but decides to keep up the pretence for Linda’s sake. The evening doesn’t go to plan…
Elsewhere, Oscar and Lauren decide to hold a memorial to mark the anniversary of Abi’s death.
Also today, Jasmine looks after Charli for Lily upstairs at The Vic, but soon heads down into the bar to meet Patrick. A broken baby monitor leads to Jasmine being unaware of Charli’s sobs – and she soon finds herself in hot water with Lily for being neglectful.
Wednesday 14th January 2026
Written by: Rob Gittins
Patrick invites Jasmine to stay at No.20 following the issues she’s had with Lily. However, he privately confides in Yolande about how he’s concerned over Jasmine’s violent streak.
Denise invites Jasmine to visit Anthony in the chapel of rest with the rest of the family. Amid the high emotions, Jasmine spirals when Oscar tries to speak to her.
Meanwhile, Bea suspects that Linda orchestrated a fake date with Max to humiliate her. At the same time, Max remains in trouble with his family over his late arrival to a meeting to discuss the memorial.
Elsewhere, George tells Nicola that he wants to buy Walford East. Nicola also gets a nasty surprise…
Also today, Gina encourages Penny to pursue things with Vinny, making it more than just a one-night stand.
Thursday 15th January 2026
Written by: Simon Norman
Jasmine returns to the Square still drunk after being out all night, so Yolande tries to sober her up.
Chelsea confronts Jasmine over her behaviour, but slips up by mentioning that Anthony was no saint.
Meanwhile, Lauren warns Max that he’s not welcome at Abi’s memorial. Max instead hands over a speech that he’d prepared and asks his children to read it on his behalf.
Elsewhere, Jack wants Ravi to step up his undercover work.
Also today, Penny and Vinny go on a date.
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