What time is EastEnders on tonight? Get up-to-date schedules and changes here

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Claire Crick

Between major sporting events and unexpected last-minute changes, the soap’s schedule is often disrupted by ever-changing world events – but what time is EastEnders on tonight (Thursday, June 18), and is it on BBC iPlayer as normal?

EastEnders is supposed to air from Monday to Thursday on BBC One at 7.30 pm, with each episode also dropping that day at 6 am on BBC iPlayer. However, this isn’t always the case, and the soap sometimes has to move as other events take priority.

But when is EastEnders on today? And is it available on BBC iPlayer yet?

Billy and Honey in the market
Billy and Honey are awkward after their failed date (Credit: BBC)

When is EastEnders on tonight? And is it streaming on BBC iPlayer yet?

EastEnders is on tonight, Thursday, June 18, on BBC One at the later time of 8.30 pm.

The episode will air for half an hour. It has already been released on BBC iPlayer, where each episode usually drops at 6am between Monday and Thursday.

But what’s happening on EastEnders tonight?

Ian giving Kathy chocolates
Ian asks Kathy for a loan (Credit: BBC)

EastEnders spoilers for today – Chelsea meets Sheila

Nervous but supported by Libby, Chelsea meets Sheila and, after probing about her relationship with Gray, is relieved to learn she no longer has any contact with her grandson.

Seeing that Chelsea is overwhelmed and in need of help, Sheila offers financial help for Jordan.

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Despite having reservations about accepting help from killer Gray’s side of the family, Chelsea accepts Sheila’s offer. However, she later feels guilty about what she has done.

Also, after sacking Johnny for not focusing enough time on his case, Ian turns to Kathy for money to hire a top solicitor. But even if she agrees, will they be able to keep Ian out of jail?

Chelsea, Libby and Sheila having coffee together
Chelsea meets with Sheila (Credit: BBC)

What else happens in EastEnders tonight?

Meanwhile, Penny and Gina avoid revealing their moving plans – neither realising that the other is also planning to move out. Will they be honest and realise they’re both on the same page?

Meanwhile, Bea overhears Billy telling Alfie what happened with Honey after their date and realises this is her chance to drive a wedge between the pair.

Bea utilises the moment to take Honey for a drink and drips poison in Honey’s ear, but will Honey fall for her scheming?

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