EastEnders reveals Zoe’s shock fire drama and two returns in 50 spoiler pictures

She pays a visit to No.31 and finds the place in a mess. Lily is finally honest about how Jean isn’t coping.

She tries talking to Jean to find out what’s wrong.

She reflects on recent events.

Can she give Jean the support she needs?

But they know questions will be raised over what happened to Cindy.

When Ian calls the police and Jasmine is hauled in for questioning, the truth about her identity and connection to the Fords is revealed…

Peacock Palace is launching, so Johnny supports her through any last-minute nerves.

Elaine puts on a spectacle.

This is her chance to shine again, after her abrupt departure from The Vic earlier in the year.

No sign of any nerves!

The Panesars are among those who enjoy the show.

Elaine entertains everyone.

But will everything go to plan?

She’s finally back from her cruise!

It looks like trouble is afoot.

How will this affect Elaine’s big launch day? And why didn’t Linda let anyone know she was coming?

They both try to support Nicola after recent events.

She’s sure to appreciate the extended family’s help.

When Jasmine continues to shut him out, he decides to end their relationship.

There’s a fire at No.25.

This doesn’t look good…

She struggles to get out.

Penny watches on with concern.

Is she still keeping secrets?

He rushes in to rescue Zoe.

Before long, he’s rushed to hospital…

He figures out that the charity money has been stolen. Will Peter realise that Lauren is responsible?

She’s awaiting her biopsy results, amid her fears that she has breast cancer.

She’s continuing to settle back in to the community.

Could she be the source of support that Sam needs?

His heroics in the fire have had dangerous consequences.

Good news for all!

Including Max, who’s back in Walford again.

Max is baffled to see them seeming so close. Clearly there’s a lot he needs to catch up on…

She’s still interested in Oscar, despite the recent problems between them. But does Oscar feel the same way after everything that’s happened?

She’s faced plenty of distrust in recent weeks.

He returns home to the Square.

He greets Louie.

The sight of Max back on the Square leaves Linda worried about the secret she’s keeping over Annie’s paternity.

She had a lucky escape in the fire.

His family start to realise that his behaviour has changed recently. Will they figure out why?

All eyes are on Lauren after Max makes matters worse by making a declaration at the pub for all to hear!

This is the last thing she’d wanted…

A backlash begins.

Wanting to be a better parent, he sticks up for his daughter – and Ian is in the firing line.

How will she feel about Max taking such a strong stance?

Lauren is overwhelmed.

What’s next for her?

He struggles when he loses his cufflinks.

Julie wants to discuss the possibility of alternative care options for Nigel, but Phil refuses to have the conversation.