Cindy Beale’s return to EastEnders is at the centre of an action-packed week in soap, as Corrie’s Ryan and Emmerdale’s Victor face new challenges (Picture: ITV / BBC)
She’s back!
Cindy Beale has staged her long-awaited EastEnders comeback and this week she’s set to take things one step further, revealing to the world that she is alive and well as she’s confronted by ghosts from her past.
Those ghosts include former nemesis Kathy Beale, in addition to lover George Knight, and her own daughters Anna and Gina Knight, who want answers aboutwhy she walked out on them all those years ago.
It’s a week that is absolutely not to be missed, and Metro.co.uk has a little taste of what’s in store below to whet your appetite ahead of the unmissable shenanigans.
Elsewhere in soap, Emmerdale’s Victor is accused of theft after a necklace that doesn’t belong to him winds up in his possession and, speaking of theft, Hollyoaks’ teens unmask the mysterious phone thief.
Coronation Street, meanwhile, sees new developments for Stephen Reid, and Ryan Connor makes a vow to his online followers as he prepares to take the next steps in setting up his O-Vidz account.
For all this and more, Metro.co.uk has selected a handful of spoilers for the game-changing week ahead.
Cindy returns to Walford in EastEnders
Cindy returns home after two decades (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron)
Cindy heads to the Square in search of Kathy, all the while trying to keep out sight to avoid those who may recognise her from decades ago. After an intense search, she finally comes face-to-face with her former mum-in-law at No. 45, and all hell breaks loose, with Ian determined to break things up.
Sarah puts two and two together regarding Stephen in Coronation Street
Sarah is on to her uncle Stephen! (Picture: ITV)
Sarah is taken aback when Tim warms her that Stephen is a liar who claimed he was coercively controlled by Gabrielle, who he tried to pass off as a business consultant for the factory.
Sarah decides to give Gabrielle a call and, later in the week, she threatens to call the police, believing Stephen is pulling a fast one on their deal. Stephen, meanwhile, grows closer to Jenny, who suggests they book a holiday together, but Tim is soon on hand to burst the killer’s bubble once more!
Charity tries to move on from Mack in Emmerdale – by going on a date with Liam!
Charity tries to move on from Mackenzie – with Liam! (Picture: ITV)
Charity does her best to stick to her plan of having nothing to do with Mackenzie, despite still harbouring strong feelings for him, with the landlady accepting Gail’s dare to proposition the next person who walks through the doors of the Woolpack.
The person is question is none other than Liam, with the two subsequently organising a date. Liam is slightly intoxicated by Charity’s charm, but will Charity find the whole thing as enjoyable as she’d hoped?
Felix blackmails Sharon over a huge secret in Hollyoaks
Sharon and Felix have a huge secret – but what is it? (Picture: Lime Pictures)
Felix takes part in another fight, much to Sharon’s dismay, while Mercedes finds out what her beau is up to after finding him unconscious. Despite Mercedes’ pleas, Felix refuses to stop fighting, with the mechanic subsequently threatening to reveal a 20-year-old secret if Sharon doesn’t leave well enough alone.
George and Cindy come face-to-face after nine years in EastEnders
Georges sees a ghost from his past (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron)
Anna’s 21st birthday arrives, with George, Elaine and Linda determined to make it one to remember as they plan a Spanish fiesta at the pub. George, however, is overwhelmed, annoyed that Rose will miss yet another milestone in his daughter’s life, as he takes himself outside to get some fresh air before the celebrations kick off.
Little does he know, however, that he’s about to get the biggest shock of all as he spots Cindy – aka ‘Rose’ – in the Square!
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Ryan makes a promise to his followers in Coronation Street
Ryan chats to Daisy (Picture: ITV)
Ryan receives a message from Guy, who reminds him about the video, and he assures him that it’s work in progress. Daisy calls round with a ring light for him and later he posts a message for his O-Vidz followers, promising them a personalised video very soon.
Victor is accused of a crime as Charles confronts him in Emmerdale
Charles takes shocking action as Victor is suspected of theft (Picture: ITV)
Charles is angry over Victor having fully wormed his way back into Claudette’s heart, confronting his dad in a physical showdown, which ends with Claudette giving him a slap!
Manpreet, meanwhile, agrees to return the necklace to Jai, but it’s gone missing, leaving the GP certain that Victor had something to do with it. Claudette is appalled to find the necklace in Victor’s pocket, with the criminal making a hurried escape as Manpreet telephones the police. Charles is horrified to find out what happened and sets off to find his father.
The mysterious phone thief is exposed in Hollyoaks
The phone thief strikes again (Picture: Lime Pictures)
Rafe tasks Tony with overseeing the final week of the Earl Of Dee Awards, but the teens refuse to participate until they get their phones back – believing Rafe took them!
Beau’s power of persuasion ultimately results in the teens agreeing to take part, but the campsite is later destroyed on the day of the finale!
Cindy’s comeback sends shockwaves through EastEnders
Cindy’s comeback sends shockwaves through the Square (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron / Matt Burlem)
George’s world crumbles as he realises that Cindy isn’t back for the girls, with her having had no idea that the Knights resided in Walford. Cindy wants to know about her daughters’ whereabouts but George lies, claiming they’re in Spain, taking his ex to the barrel store for a catch-up.
Linda, however, stumbles upon the two former flames and rails at George’s selfishness, referencing all the hard work that Elaine has put into the party for Anna.
Realising her daughters are just inches away, Cindy make her way into the bar, coming face-to-face with Anna and Gina, not to mention the residents of Walford who all thought she was dead! The fallout of her return, in addition to Ian’s, sends shockwaves through the Square, with Cindy determined to explain everything to Anna and Gina.
Ed dealt a devastating blow in Coronation Street
Ed is in for a big shock! (Picture: ITV)
When Ed reveals he’s put in a bid for a plot of land, Ronnie’s forced to explain there’s no money because he blew it all on Newton & Ridley shares which are now worthless, how will Ed react?
EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBCOne. Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV. Emmerdale airs Mondays to Fridays at 7:30pm on ITV. Hollyoaks airs Mondays to Fridays at 7pm on E4, with first look episodes daily on All4.
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