EastEnders reveals Joel’s dramatic trial week in 46 spoiler pictures
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EastEnders spoilers follow.
Next week on EastEnders, Joel Marshall’s future hangs in the balance as he faces trial for his crimes. Will justice finally be served?
Elsewhere, Mark Fowler Jnr returns to Walford, and the feud between Ian Beale and Elaine Peacock spirals completely out of control.
Our 46-picture preview offers a sneak peek at what’s in store.
Monday 26 January: Mark Jnr is back in Walford
BBCVicki is delighted when Mark explains that he’s in town to support her through Joel’s trial.
Monday 26 January: Mark Jnr tells Phil the real reason he’s in Walford
BBCHe wants some help, but Phil refuses to get involved as he’s taking Nigel to Portugal that night.
Monday 26 January: Phil isn’t being honest with Julie
BBCHe hasn’t told her about the Portugal plan.
Monday 26 January: Phil faces a last-minute crisis
BBCMeddling Mark tells Julie everything.
Monday 26 January: Mark has tried to sabotage Phil’s plans
BBCHe’s very keen for Phil to stick around.
Monday 26 January: Julie remains protective over Nigel
BBCWill she stand in the way of Phil’s plan?
Monday 26 January: Jasmine is still desperate to leave
BBCAnd she wants Oscar to join her.
Monday 26 January: Jasmine’s plans face opposition
BBCWhen Max finds out that Jasmine has lied about giving a statement to the police, he uses this as leverage and warns her to stay away from Oscar.
Monday 26 January: George asks Elaine to join him for a drink
BBCAnd Elaine is hopeful that he may want to get back together!
Monday 26 January: George and Elaine sit down for a chat
BBCIn reality, George wants to tell Elaine that Nicola is pregnant.
Monday 26 January: George is forced to clear up the misunderstanding
BBCElaine is fuming.
Monday 26 January: Elaine clearly isn’t happy
BBCWill Nicola bear the brunt of Elaine’s anger?
Monday 26 January: Ian is present to watch the tensions unfold
BBCJust when things couldn’t get any worse!
Monday 26 January: Elaine responds by lashing out at Ian
BBCBut then Ian takes revenge! Certainly a chaotic day…
Tuesday 27 January: Vicki confides in Zack
BBCShe explains that she’s dreading Joel’s imminent trial.
Tuesday 27 January: Zack tries to distract Vicki
BBCHe’s testing out some new recipes for The Vic, so invites her over to his flat.
Tuesday 27 January: Zack and Vicki are growing closer
BBCIs history repeating itself?
Tuesday 27 January: Ross is oblivious
BBCUnaware that he has a love rival!
Tuesday 27 January: Elaine is not happy
BBCIan’s revenge has had big consequences.
Tuesday 27 January: Elaine’s business is front-page news
BBCThe headline reads: “Councillor’s Sleazy Sessions at the Palace”.
Tuesday 27 January: Everyone is shocked
BBCIan may have taken things too far…
Tuesday 27 January: Ian could be in trouble
BBCNow Elaine threatens to take revenge against him. Where will it all end?
Tuesday 27 January: Elaine arrives at Ian’s
BBCThe drama continues.
Tuesday 27 January: Linda and Elaine are both shocked by the next development…
BBCThe situation gets out of hand.
Wednesday 28 January: A big day arrives
BBCJoel’s trial is about to begin.
Wednesday 28 January: Joel is standing trial for his crimes against Vicki and Avani
BBCBut he won’t go down without a fight…
Wednesday 28 January: Joel is led into court
BBCA tense moment for all.
Wednesday 28 January: Proceedings begin
BBCRoss reluctantly supports his son.
Wednesday 28 January: Joel is apprehensive about what’s to come
BBCBut his legal team have a plan…
Wednesday 28 January: Joel puts on a show of vulnerability
BBCHe tries to fool the jury as Tommy gives evidence.
Wednesday 28 January: Vicki is next up
BBCShe shares her own evidence.
Wednesday 28 January: Joel is happy over how things go
BBCThe defence team try to trip Vicki up.
Wednesday 28 January: Vicki becomes emotional
BBCAfter the defence’s ruthless tactics, she rushes out of court.
Wednesday 28 January: Elaine is apologetic
BBCHer feud with the Beales has gone too far.
Wednesday 28 January: The Beales are livid with Elaine
BBCShe gets a frosty reception at the cafe.
Wednesday 28 January: Ian wades in
BBCAnother argument erupts.
Wednesday 28 January: Elaine is under pressure
BBCCan she make amends? It may be too late, as Ian vows to take Councillor Barker’s place and make it his mission to close down Peacock Palace!
Wednesday 28 January: Bea plays the hero
BBCShe tackles a thief at the Minute Mart.
Wednesday 28 January: Bea has an idea
BBCShe suggests that she’d like to work alongside Honey!
Thursday 29 January: Joel’s trial continues
BBCAnd emotions are still running high for Vicki and Avani.
Thursday 29 January: Vicki returns home – with Mark Junior and Zack to support her
BBCHow did the latest day in court go?
Thursday 29 January: Vicki updates everyone
BBCShe speaks to Priya.
Thursday 29 January: Everyone takes in the latest news
BBCHas there been justice for Vicki?
Thursday 29 January: Walford’s big feud continues
BBCIt’s Elaine vs Ian…
Thursday 29 January: Elaine has an idea
BBCShe decides to fight for Councillor Barker’s seat herself.
Thursday 29 January: Bea impresses Vinny at the Minute Mart
BBCAfter chasing off another set of troublesome youngsters, Bea is in the good books…
