Max makes a scene as he's reunited with Zoe and Linda
Max is back to doing what he does best
Max Branning arrives back on Albert Square in EastEnders spoilers for Wed, Dec 23, and wastes little time in causing a commotion at The Vic. He’s (rightly) convinced that there’s something going on between Ian and Lauren, and is determined to find out what.
And, as his homecoming continues, he comes face-to-face with former flings Zoe and Linda too. With Linda still hiding the truth about Annie’s paternity from Max, she’s horrified to see her ex again, but agrees to meet him for a drink.
Will Max learn that he has a daughter with Linda?
Meanwhile, Kat and Alfie make plans for Christmas at The Vic, while Phil takes matters into his own hands to ‘protect’ Nigel. And, as the family worry about Anthony, his behaviour takes another disturbing turn.
Read our EastEnders spoilers for Wed, Dec 23 in full below.

1. Max grows suspicious in EastEnders spoilers
With Oscar in hospital after the fire, Max waits by his bedside for news. It’s not long before he grows suspicious of Ian and Lauren’s secretive behaviour.
Later, back in Walford, Max shares his suspicions about Ian with Jack. And, as things kick off, he makes a declaration in The Vic for all to hear.

2. Max comes face-to-face with Zoe and Linda again
Linda is horrified to see Max back on Albert Square. With five years between them and the truth about Annie looming over her head, she and Max head over to The Albert for a drinnk.
Elsewhere, Max is also reunited with Zoe after all that’s gone down over the summer.
3. Kat and Alfie plan for Christmas in EastEnders spoilers
With Christmas inbound, Kat decides to host a community dinner at The Vic. However, the idea doesn’t go down well with everyone.
4. Phil hides the truth about Nigel in EastEnders spoilers
In the wake of his updated dementia symptoms, Julie books a GP appointment for Nigel. But Nigel isn’t happy, and hides certain details of Nigel’s condition from the doctor.
Later, Nigel is worried when he makes a discovery.

5. Anthony’s in a mood in EastEnders spoilers
Yolande, Patrick and Chelsea worry about Anthony when his demeanor suddenly changes.