BBC/Composite: EastEnders Insider Share By Joel Harley Aug 21 2025 By Joel Harley Aug 21 2025 EastEnders follow-up: Oscar faces return to prison after Jack learns he attacked Patrick Has Oscar used up his last chance? Jack Branning Oscar Branning Patrick Trueman Share By Joel Harley Aug 21 2025 By Joel Harley Aug 21 2025 Jack Branning learned that nephew Oscar had attacked Patrick Trueman in EastEnders tonight (Thursday, August 21), as a misunderstanding saw the truth about the attack come tumbling out. Suspicious after overhearing an argument between Oscar and Howie, Jack had been determined to get the truth. Early attempts at getting Oscar and Howie to ‘fess up came to nothing though, and it seemed as though both parties secrets were safe. Not even a scuffle between Oscar and Howie could force out the truth, leaving Jack frustrated. But, after an illuminating exchange with Lauren, Jack confronted his nephew again later. And this is where the truth came out. Oscar accidentally dropped himself in it (Credit: BBC) Oscar admitted to attacking Patrick tonight During their chat, Lauren told Jack how freaked-out Oscar had been sleeping with a knife. Hearing how he’d accidentally attacked Peter, Jack went to give Oscar a piece of his mind. As he revealed that Lauren had told him what had happened, Oscar got the wrong end of the stick. Thinking Jack was talking about Patrick, Oscar accidentally admitted to being behind the break-in. Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers Jack was appalled to realise that Oscar had been behind Patrick’s attack. But will he turn his own flesh and blood into the police? Lauren stands by Oscar (Credit: BBC) Oscar fears return to prison in EastEnders spoilers Oscar is still a free man as the soap continues next week. However, with his guilt eating him up, he decides to confess to Patrick. In the wake of this shocking confession, Patrick’s family – including his son, Anthony – try to process the news. As all parties try to comprehend what has happened, Peter confronts Lauren over the cover-up. And, determined to still protect Oscar, she goes to Howie and demands that he talk Patrick out of going to the police. He tries to smooth the situation over, but is thwarted by Anthony, who wants Oscar to face the consequences of his crime. Meanwhile, at the police station, a terrified Oscar is convinced that he’s going back to prison for what he’s done. Is this it for Oscar? Read more: Who’s leaving, joining and returning to EastEnders? Complete list of cast exits, arrivals and returns. Share Good to Know Share By Joel Harley Aug 21 2025 By Joel Harley Aug 21 2025
