Walford is gearing up for one of its most explosive weeks in recent memory, with ten major twists crashing into the Square—bringing danger, heartbreak, confrontation, and a chilling brush with death.

1. Sam Mitchell’s Desperate Return
Chaos erupts the moment Sam Mitchell slips back into No. 55 and cracks open Phil’s safe, proving her old habits die hard. Nigel glimpses her but, in his confusion, mistakes her for Clare, letting her escape with a stack of cash. Zoe, already rattled by her stalking ordeal, confronts Sam, who denies everything.
Phil explodes, first blaming Nicola—until he spots Sam clashing with Kat. Sam later meets Ricky at McClunkeys, only for Jack to intervene. That’s when Sam drops the truth she’s been hiding: she fears she has cancer. Her storyline is confirmed to be crafted sensitively and with guidance from Breast Cancer Now.

2. Nicola Drops a Life-Changing Bombshell
Harry begs Nicola for drug money. She refuses—moments before George lets slip Teddy’s plans to plead guilty. Devastated, Harry breaks: he confesses to George that he killed Oki. George urges him to go to the police, but Nicola bursts in with her own shocker: she’s pregnant with George’s baby. Her timing is no accident—she’s desperate to stop Harry from confessing.

3. Kim’s Heartbreak Spirals
Still reeling from Anthony outing her fiancé’s lies at their engagement party, Kim drowns her sorrows in The Vic. Drunk and emotional, she impulsively sells her car for Yolande’s Christmas raffle—only realizing later she’s made another disastrous choice. Underneath the bravado, she is completely shattered.

4. Zoe vs. Anthony
Zoe’s stalker fears spike again as Kat discovers the truth behind Anthony’s marriage collapse. Convinced he’s tormenting Zoe, Kat orders him to stay away. Anthony lashes out at Patrick for contacting his ex-wife, while Kat urges Zoe to keep her guard up. Is Anthony about to be pushed out of Walford?

5. The Square Rallies Around Sam
Sam finally admits she found a lump but hasn’t sought medical help. Denise tries to negotiate with her, but Sam sees straight through it. Distraught, she runs to Phil for a temporary place to stay and mysteriously begins planning something that requires fast cash. When the family learns she skipped her appointment, Phil, Julie, and Ricky Jr. confront her. But why is Sam so determined to avoid help—and what is the money really for?

6. Harry’s Life Spirals Toward Disaster
George reels from Nicola’s pregnancy revelation and tries to verify it with Anna. Meanwhile, Harry returns to drugs. On the day of Teddy’s trial, Gina and George find him, shaken and guilt-ridden. Harry admits again that he killed Oki, and Gina convinces him to face court. Nicola is furious.
Later, Teddy’s verdict leaves the family torn apart. Back at home, Zack clashes with Nicola after Barney chooses to move in with him. Harry then overdoses at the Arches.

7. Ian’s War on The Peacock Palace
Ian continues his mission to block Elaine’s boutique hotel by stirring trouble with planning permission. Elaine arranges a dinner between Johnny, Callum, and Tim, hoping Tim can sway the council. But Callum’s jealousy over Johnny’s attractive business partner threatens to erupt—and the night could turn explosive.

8. Oscar’s 18th Birthday Turns Bittersweet
Lauren organizes a family celebration at The Albert. But Oscar, devastated by his breakup with Jasmine, struggles to enjoy his big day. The question is whether he’ll mend things—or watch the milestone crumble around him.

9. Jean’s Disturbing Behaviour Escalates
Jean’s erratic actions during the Slater family dinner leave Lily alarmed. The moment Stacey’s name comes up, Jean abruptly leaves the table. Her fragile state raises fears she may be facing something far more serious than anyone realizes.

10. Murder Horror – Will Harry Survive?
Gina discovers Harry collapsed after his overdose. George and Nicola rush in, with Jack stepping in as they wait for paramedics. Nicola desperately tries to save him, but Harry’s life hangs by a thread. Walford braces itself—because whether he survives or dies, the fallout will be catastrophic.