Next week in EastEnders delivers one of the most emotionally charged sets of episodes in months — Sam’s devastating health scare explodes, Harry spirals to breaking point, and Teddy’s fate in court looms over the Mitchells like a storm.

1. Sam’s return ends in a chilling discovery
Sam Mitchell bursts back into Walford in classic Sam fashion — frantic, chaotic, and already in over her head. She breaks into Phil’s place and attempts to raid his safe, only to slip away with the cash after Nigel mistakenly believes she’s Clare. But her troubles escalate when she runs straight into Zoe, who accuses her of being the mysterious stalker tormenting her. Phil later pieces everything together when he witnesses Sam clashing with Kat, but she escapes before he can confront her. At McClunkie’s, she meets Ricky Jr., and once Jack arrives, Sam drops a bombshell: she’s found a lump and fears she may have cancer. For perhaps the first time, Sam’s mask crumbles — and underneath is raw terror.

2. Sam avoids the doctor as panic takes over
Jack is horrified to learn that Sam hasn’t even booked a medical appointment. Denise tries to guide her toward getting checked, but Sam refuses to face the possibility of bad news. She even dodges the appointment they set up for her. At a family meal, she realizes they’ve been bluffing to pressure her — and later, she begs Phil for somewhere to stay. When the Mitchells sit her down and call out her reckless behaviour, the question becomes whether Sam can gather the courage to seek real medical help… or whether fear will keep her running.

3. Harry’s addiction spirals and the truth finally cracks open
Nicola refuses to give Harry money for drugs, and the pressure on him intensifies when George accidentally reveals Teddy plans to plead guilty in court. Overwhelmed, Harry breaks down and admits the truth: he killed Oki. His guilt, combined with withdrawal and emotional collapse, pushes him closer to a dangerous edge.

4. Nicola drops a shocking twist
When George urges Harry to confess to the police, Nicola desperately tries to stop him — claiming she’s pregnant with George’s baby. Honey unexpectedly supports her story, leaving George stunned. While George and Nicola head out to talk, Harry slips away and takes even more drugs. By the time they return… Harry is gone.

5. Teddy’s trial collides with tragedy
On the morning of Teddy’s court hearing, Gina and George desperately search for Harry. He finally opens up to Gina about Oki, and they attempt to make it to court — but disaster strikes. Harry collapses from an overdose. Gina raises the alarm, Jack jumps into action, and Nicola fights to keep him alive until paramedics arrive. Now, Harry’s life hangs in the balance.

6–9. Walford drama continues
Zack clashes with Nicola when Barney announces he wants to move in with him.
Kat warns Anthony to stay away from Zoe after learning the truth about his marriage.
Oscar’s 18th birthday brings family celebration tinged with teenage heartbreak.
And Elaine schemes her way toward securing planning permission for her dream boutique hotel.

Next week, Walford is braced for heartbreak, collapse, and the possibility of life-changing revelations — and nothing will be the same once the dust settles.