EastEnders fans beg for April Fool's joke to be a real episode: 'A gem of an idea'

Shame it's not a real idea!
Carena Crawford
By Carena Crawford

It’s April 1, which means one thing: lots of practical jokes going round for April Fool’s Day – and EastEnders has pulled one off that has left fans disappointed.

Far from being impressed with the fake news the soap’s social accounts revealed this morning, fans have actually declared it should be true, not just a joke!

The Queen Vic pub has seen it all (Credit: ITV)
The Queen Vic pub has seen it all (Credit: ITV)

EastEnders plays April Fool’s Day joke

Sending a message to fans across X, Facebook and Instagram, EastEnders revealed plans for a very special episode. With a picture of the bust in camera goggles, the posts explained what was going on.

EastEnders claimed to be announcing “a groundbreaking POV episode filmed through the eyes of the Queen Vic Bust.”

They contiuned to say that “EastEnders will broadcast a first-of-its-kind special episode filmed entirely from the point of view of the Queen Victoria bust. For the first time in the show’s 41?year history, viewers will see every argument, secret, slap, kiss and pint-pull through the unblinking eyes of Walford’s most famous pub ornament, offering a unique vantage point on the drama unfolding in Albert Square.”

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They even included a quote from Ralf L’oposi, EastEnders’ Chief Technology Officer. He said: “It’s been one of the most complex technological undertakings we’ve ever attempted but we can’t wait for our audience to experience this unique and innovative episode.

“The Queen Vic bust has witnessed countless iconic moments over the decades and has many stories to tell – it’s time for her to tell them.”

The Queen Vic bust has seen a few things - and even committed a few crimes! (Credit: BBC)
The Queen Vic bust has seen a few things – and even committed a few crimes! (Credit: BBC)

Fans react

But far from being impressed, fans were actually DISAPPOINTED to find out this was an April Fool’s joke. They insist it is actually a pretty good idea for an episode and one they would happily watch!

“Honestly I know it’s an April Fool’s joke but like the concept is fantastic,” shared one on social media.

Another agreed: “Funny that an April Fool’s joke is one of the best ideas they have ever had.”

“That’s…actually a really good idea,” said a third. “A whole ep seeing the corner of the pub. You can have some great funny moments, important conversations and you could even do a good reveal at the end of the ep. I know it’s April Fool’s but they should hang onto this idea!”

“Is it me or is there actually the gem of a good idea here?” asked someone else.

A fifth added: :”Wait though!! When the joke story is actually an episode you really would love to watch???”

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