EastEnders to release spin-off documentary based on Joel's story

The BBC will tackle the subject of misogyny in young men
Joel Harley

The BBC is reportedly planning to release a documentary based on toxic teenager Joel Marshall‘s story in EastEnders. Since his arrival earlier this year, Joel has demonstrated a terrifying attitude toward women, inspired by a male social media influencer.

In recent weeks, Joel’s behaviour has worsened, lashing out at Stacey Slater and Kat Moon, groping a young woman on the tube, and even threatening to hit stepmum Vicki. With his monstrous ways only getting worse, the BBC is planning a spin-off documentary on the subject.

Joel glares at Stacey in The Vic
Joel’s behaviour is only worsening (Credit: BBC)

EastEnders to release document based on Joel’s descent into misogyny

Sharing news of the BBC’s plans, The Sun revealed that the broadcaster will release a documentary on the subject of misogyny in young men – specifically when learned through online radicalisation by figures such as Andrew Tate and the fictional Drake Zagan.

A source told the tabloid: “Executives felt it was a good point to what’s happening on EastEnders, to open up discussion on this incredibly important topic.

“It will feature cast members from the soap and its airing will coincide with a linked storyline that will be seen on the main show later this year.”

Joel verbally abuses Amy in EastEnders
Amy is Joel’s latest victim (Credit: BBC)

Joel lashes out at Amy and Lily this week

As Joel’s story continues tonight (Wednesday August 27), the teenager is in the café with Tommy when Amy and Lily arrive. After swapping some harsh words with the girls, Joel explodes, resulting in a shocking outburst which leaves even Tommy shocked.

Stumbling across the situation, Kat drags Tommy home, and the pair get into a vicious confrontation of their own. Can she prevent Tommy from following Joel’s lead down a dark path? And what what spite and hatred will Joel spew next?

And, in the wake of Joel’s outburst, Amy tells Ross and Vicki what happened in the cafe tomorrow café. Shocked, Ross attempts to reprimand Joel. However, things get ugly when Vicki shares some home truths with Ross and Joel.

Can anyone take Joel in hand?

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