EastEnders reveals Zoe’s shock fire drama and two returns in 50 spoiler pictures
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EastEnders spoilers follow.
Coming soon on EastEnders, Oscar Branning rushes to the rescue when Zoe Slater gets trapped in a fire.
Elsewhere, there’s sure to be drama – and secrets under threat – when Linda Carter and Max Branning both return to Walford.
Our 50-picture preview offers a sneak peek at what’s in store.
Monday 15 December: Kat makes a discovery
BBCShe pays a visit to No.31 and finds the place in a mess. Lily is finally honest about how Jean isn’t coping.
Monday 15 December: Kat seeks further answers
BBCShe tries talking to Jean to find out what’s wrong.
Monday 15 December: Jean makes an admission
BBCShe reflects on recent events.
Monday 15 December: Kat is worried
BBCCan she give Jean the support she needs?
Monday 15 December: Oscar and Jasmine return
BBCBut they know questions will be raised over what happened to Cindy.
Monday 15 December: Jasmine’s reappearance leads to trouble
BBCWhen Ian calls the police and Jasmine is hauled in for questioning, the truth about her identity and connection to the Fords is revealed…
Monday 15 December: A big day for Elaine arrives
BBCPeacock Palace is launching, so Johnny supports her through any last-minute nerves.
Monday 15 December: The big launch begins
BBCElaine puts on a spectacle.
Monday 15 December: Elaine loves taking centre stage
BBCThis is her chance to shine again, after her abrupt departure from The Vic earlier in the year.
Monday 15 December: Johnny is impressed by Elaine’s attitude
BBCNo sign of any nerves!
Monday 15 December: A crowd gathers
BBCThe Panesars are among those who enjoy the show.
Monday 15 December: Kathy and Harvey are also there
BBCElaine entertains everyone.
Monday 15 December: Elaine is optimistic over this fresh start
BBCBut will everything go to plan?
Monday 15 December: Linda returns to Walford
BBCShe’s finally back from her cruise!
Monday 15 December: Linda can’t stay happy for long
BBCIt looks like trouble is afoot.
Monday 15 December: Linda and Elaine catch up
BBCHow will this affect Elaine’s big launch day? And why didn’t Linda let anyone know she was coming?
Monday 15 December: Billy and Honey are united
BBCThey both try to support Nicola after recent events.
Monday 15 December: Nicola has been through a tough time
BBCShe’s sure to appreciate the extended family’s help.
Tuesday 16 December: Oscar has had enough
BBCWhen Jasmine continues to shut him out, he decides to end their relationship.
Tuesday 16 December: Zoe’s dramas get even worse
BBCThere’s a fire at No.25.
Tuesday 16 December: Zoe panics
BBCThis doesn’t look good…
Tuesday 16 December: Zoe finds herself trapped
BBCShe struggles to get out.
Tuesday 16 December: Walford locals become aware of the fire
BBCPenny watches on with concern.
Tuesday 16 December: Jasmine broods nearby
BBCIs she still keeping secrets?
Tuesday 16 December: Oscar gets caught up in the drama
BBCHe rushes in to rescue Zoe.
Tuesday 16 December: Oscar may regret his actions
BBCBefore long, he’s rushed to hospital…
Tuesday 16 December: Peter comes to a realisation
BBCHe figures out that the charity money has been stolen. Will Peter realise that Lauren is responsible?
Tuesday 16 December: Sam is distracted
BBCShe’s awaiting her biopsy results, amid her fears that she has breast cancer.
Tuesday 16 December: Linda passes by
BBCShe’s continuing to settle back in to the community.
Tuesday 16 December: Linda checks in with Sam
BBCCould she be the source of support that Sam needs?
Wednesday 17 December: Oscar is in hospital
BBCHis heroics in the fire have had dangerous consequences.
Wednesday 17 December: Oscar is making progress with his recovery
BBCGood news for all!
Wednesday 17 December: Oscar’s family rally round
BBCIncluding Max, who’s back in Walford again.
Wednesday 17 December: Lauren and Ian spark suspicion
BBCMax is baffled to see them seeming so close. Clearly there’s a lot he needs to catch up on…
Wednesday 17 December: Jasmine is also there for Oscar
BBCShe’s still interested in Oscar, despite the recent problems between them. But does Oscar feel the same way after everything that’s happened?
Wednesday 17 December: Jasmine takes a step back
BBCShe’s faced plenty of distrust in recent weeks.
Wednesday 17 December: Oscar is discharged
BBCHe returns home to the Square.
Wednesday 17 December: Max faces more reunions
BBCHe greets Louie.
Wednesday 17 December: Linda is unsettled
BBCThe sight of Max back on the Square leaves Linda worried about the secret she’s keeping over Annie’s paternity.
Wednesday 17 December: Zoe processes recent events
BBCShe had a lucky escape in the fire.
Wednesday 17 December: Anthony sparks gossip
BBCHis family start to realise that his behaviour has changed recently. Will they figure out why?
Friday 19 December: There’s chaos at The Vic
Photographer://BBCAll eyes are on Lauren after Max makes matters worse by making a declaration at the pub for all to hear!
Friday 19 December: Lauren struggles
BBCThis is the last thing she’d wanted…
Friday 19 December: There’s judgement heading Lauren’s way
BBCA backlash begins.
Friday 19 December: Max is not happy
BBCWanting to be a better parent, he sticks up for his daughter – and Ian is in the firing line.
Friday 19 December: Lauren is shocked
BBCHow will she feel about Max taking such a strong stance?
Friday 19 December: The troubles continue back at home
BBCLauren is overwhelmed.
Friday 19 December: Lauren looks to the future
BBCWhat’s next for her?
Friday 19 December: Nigel gets confused
BBCHe struggles when he loses his cufflinks.
Friday 19 December: Phil becomes stubborn
BBCJulie wants to discuss the possibility of alternative care options for Nigel, but Phil refuses to have the conversation.




