A tense week awaits in the land of soap, as our new spoilers reveal, with life-threatening situations aplenty for a number of our favourite characters.
Emmerdale’s Robert Sugden finds himself in serious danger when killer John strikes and a few of Coronation Street’s much-loved characters are left fearing the worst when a midsummer party goes horribly wrong.
Over in EastEnders, horror strikes at the Vic when alcohol is served to the youngsters by accident, while Phil Mitchell is left injured.
Hollyoaks, meanwhile, sees not one but two blast from the pasts for Mercedes McQueen and Karl Kennedy makes a big decision in Neighbours.
For a first look at what’s to come, we’ve got 25 spoilers to keep you enticed.
EastEnders
1. Phil is struggling with Nigel, who leaves the house barefoot and then throws a pan of boiling water over him. Kat and Denise implore him to seek additional help, but will he agree?
2. Denzel agrees to look after the youngsters while the adults enjoy Patrick’s birthday at The Vic, and it’s not long before Joel causes trouble. The lads are served punch by Elaine, but they rush off with the jugs instead. As they enjoy their party, Raymond, Bert and Ernie knock back the alcohol…
3. Kat can’t cope with cutting contact with Alfie during his trip to ‘Australia’, and when she tries to confide in Jean, she’s quickly shut down. Jean still can’t see past the fact she entered into business with Kathy and Harvey.
4. It’s Christmas! Well, sort of. The Mitchells’ half-Xmas celebration to lift Barney’s mood turns awry when Nicola trashes the living room and Harry invites Zack along. Teddy agrees to support Barney if he wants to make a relationship with Zack.
5. Vicki is confused by some suspicious invoices in the Panesar accounts, but Bernie quickly makes some excuses for them. Ross encourages his partner to speak with Ravi and Suki, who track down Bernie and ask her themselves.
Emmerdale
6. Robert makes attempts to intensify Aaron’s jealousy, but his efforts fall flat. John is determined to rid him from the village and drugs him, and then stands over his lifeless body with a syringe. He’s confused to wake up in the back of a van with no memory of what has happened…
7. Sarah is concerned about continuing with IVF when her own life is at risk, and is stunned when Jacob offers to be a sperm donor. She heads in for surgery, with Cain and Charity devastated when they learn that the operation hasn’t gone to plan.
8. Belle tries to reason with Tracy over Nate’s funeral, and when she feels like she’s being accused of his murder, bans all of the Dingles from attending. Vanessa speaks with her sister, urging her to think twice.
9. Joe is panicked when he discovers that someone has stolen his autoimmune suppressant drugs. Believing Billy is out to get him, he decides that a ‘replacement Graham’ is needed to teach him a lesson or two.
10. Paddy voices his fears about Bear to Gabby, and she suggests that she may have dementia. Rather than broaching the subject with his dad, Paddy enlists Marlon to help him do an online test – but it could be harder than they initially thought.
Coronation Street
11. Aadi hosts a party which quickly goes awry when Brody brings drugs. Nina and Summer knock back some LSD, and later, while still high, panic at the sound of sirens. The next day they retrace their steps following an incident, but will they find what they’re looking for?
12. The DNA results come back, and Kit is confirmed to be Brody’s father. What will he do with the information, and how will Sarah feel when he tells her the news?
13. Maria is worried when Liam says that Gary hasn’t returned from visiting Anna in Durham, and isn’t picking up his calls. She’s relieved to hear from him later in the week when he texts to say he’s staying with a mate.
14. Debbie calls Abi to ask her to pick her up from the police station. What has happened? Ronnie wants her to get back with him, but she remains adamant that she doesn’t want him to be her carer.
15. Tracy asks Steve to meet her at the Rovers to discuss their divorce, but it’s actually an excuse to celebrate his birthday. He sneaks off to see Cassie, and when Tracy follows, she’s shocked to see them together. The pair then confirm their relationship with a kiss in full sight!
Hollyoaks
16. Mercedes receives word that Bobby has escaped from the secure home. Later, she meets with him in The Dog, which is still undergoing renovations. Will Bobby be apprehended?
17. Having learned of Bobby’s escape, Goldie returns to the village, determined to ensure he serves the rest of his sentence.
18. Jez is spooked when Dodger meets with Tori’s social worker, who confirms that a member of the Blake family was harassing Dennis prior to his death.
19. Diane and Marie vie for Tony’s affection.
20. Clare continues to receive support from Dodger.
Neighbours
21. Holly accompanies Andrew to Sandy Point and he’s warmed by an encounter with his biological dad and sister. On their way home, they stop for a late-night drink but opt not to tell Wendy, who is on cloud nine after landing a job at Erinsborough High. Is there something going on between these two?
22. Jane meets Darcy in prison and he tells her about Amanda’s final moments, and how she always cared for her. Karl asks why he was targeted, and Darcy suggests that he’s too old to be practising. Susan is shocked when he reveals he has no intentions of returning to work.
23. Two new Ramsays arrive, with Max’s mum Yvette dropping off his younger sister Saskia and insisting she comes to stay. Dex instantly develops a crush, but she’s got eyes for Byron and tries to kiss him! He’s instantly uncomfortable – choosing not to tell Max – but she remains determined to win him over.
24. Taye drops a wad of cash in front of Cara, and when she finds Lydia’s ID badge in his car, she’s shocked. After coming clean, Lydia is reassigned, but Cara is concerned to hear her mate will now take charge of her training. Trouble lies ahead…
25. Aaron is enjoying Rhett’s company when Colton arrives, assuring him that he’s still keen for a relationship. It’s not long before he’s confronted by the reality that he’ll have to make his choice. Nicolette reveals that she saw both men wander into the bathroom together, and Aaron fears they have moved on from him… together!
EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One. Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 8pm on ITV. Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7:30pm on ITV. Hollyoaks streams Mondays to Wednesdays on Channel 4 streaming and airs on E4 at 7pm. Neighbours streams Monday to Thursday from 7am on Amazon Prime Video.
