BBC Share By Joel Harley Dec 9 2025 By Joel Harley Dec 9 2025 Upcoming 18 EastEnders spoilers: Harry's out for revenge, Nigel's ghosts of Walford past, and Max's future revealed It's going to be a dramatic Christmas in Walford EastEnders Christmas Harry Mitchell Max Branning Nigel Bates Share By Joel Harley Dec 9 2025 By Joel Harley Dec 9 2025 Christmas falls on Albert Square in our festive batch of EastEnders spoilers for upcoming, in a typically dramatic two weeks for the BBC soap opera. As Nigel prepares to premiere his film, his dementia symptoms take hold, and he’s visited by ghosts of EastEnders past. And, as Julie and Phil bicker over Nigel’s well-being, the pair come to a devastating decision about his future. Meanwhile, Zoe makes a shocking discovery as an alarming sequence of events unfolds on Albert Square. But what exactly has happened, and what brings the police to the scene? Then, as the New Year approaches, Harry seeks violent revenge against Ravi. And, in the wake of an eventful christening for baby Jimmy, a special flashforward episode provides a tantalising glimpse into Max’s future. Read our Christmassy EastEnders spoilers for upcoming below. Article continues below Read all the latest spoilers Nigel prepares to hold the premiere of his film (Credit: BBC) 1. Nigel premieres his film in EastEnders spoilers As Julie and Phil continue to argue over care options for Nigel, the residents gather at the community centre for the screening of his film. Sam arrives, but is given her marching orders by Kat. As Julie drops the revelation that Sam has been back in the country for months, Nigel gets up to make a speech. As Julie joins him on stage, Nigel grows distracted when he sees a bruise on Julie’s face. Realising that he was to blame, Nigel flees. Outside, Phil and Julie search for Nigel… and soon begin bickering about his future. Unbeknownst to Nigel and Julie, Nigel is listening in. After confronting Phil and Julie over their words, he storms across to closed Queen Vic. Nigel is visited by old faces from his past (Credit: BBC) 2. Old faces return as Nigel’s dementia symptoms intensify Alone in The Vic, Nigel grows confused. As his dementia symptoms take hold, he’s visited by the ghosts of Christmas past – including Barry and Pat Evans. Phil has an awakening (Credit: BBC) 3. Phil comes to a realisation in EastEnders spoilers While the residents watch Nigel’s film, Phil returns and orders everyone out of the community centre. Alone with Nigel’s film, Phil comes to a realisation. Afterwards, he and Julie find Nigel in The Vic. Realising that he and Julie need assistance caring for Nigel, Phil shares a heart-to-heart with the man himself. Nigel and the Mitchells celebrate Christmas (Credit: BBC) 4. The Mitchells celebrate Christmas The next day, Julie, Phil and Sam try to rally around Nigel. However, it soon becomes clear that he doesn’t remember the events of last night. Inspired by Nigel, Phil and Sam share a warm talk about the importance of family. As Christmas day falls in the Square, Nigel puts plans into place to make it a special one. Max continues to rub his family the wrong way (Credit: BBC) 5. Max clashes with his family in EastEnders spoilers In the aftermath of a massive secret being revealed, Max vents his frustrations. As Lauren and Jack try to support Max, they manage to talk him out of acting irrationally. However, their attempts to cool Max down are scuppered when Max – on the advice of Zoe – makes a decision he may come to regret. The next day, Max’s actions make him an enemy of both friends and neighbours. He tries to put things right with Oscar, but is distracted by Linda, who he tries to build bridges with. Meanwhile, Oscar drowns his sorrows alone before joining the rest of the family at the carol concert. Simmering with resentment at his dad, Oscar reveals a shocking revelation which threatens to derail Christmas with the Brannings. Max makes Christmas all about him again (Credit: BBC) 6. Max causes chaos at Christmas As the Brannings and the Beales sit down for Christmas dinner, things get off to a sticky start when Cindy arrives. Ian and Peter try to keep her away from Max, but offend her by telling her that she’s not welcome at dinner. As dinner begins, Max is still stewing over Oscar’s revelation… and chaos soon ensues. Anthony’s moods persist (Credit: BBC) 7. The family worry about Anthony in EastEnders spoilers The Truemans remain worried by Anthony’s touchy behaviour. Patrick and Chelsea attempt to cheer him up on his first Christmas away from his family, but he makes clear that he’s not in the Christmassy mood. What’s Anthony hiding? Zoe discovers some alarming information (Credit: BBC) 8. Zoe makes a discovery as the search for her stalker continues The family attempt to distract Zoe from her continued stalker fears so that they can celebrate Christmas together. However, Kat is stunned when she finds Sam in The Vic, and demands to know if she’s been stalking Zoe. Sam reveals that she has cancer, and is looking for support from Zack. As Kat and Alfie head to the carol concert in the Square, Zoe makes a shocking discovery. What has Zoe found? Kat’s Christmas plans soon fall apart (Credit: BBC) 9. Christmas chaos continues in EastEnders spoilers As Christmas Day falls on Albert Square, the Slaters plan to celebrate Christmas as a family. Meanwhile, Zoe is on tenterhooks following her discovery the night before. Community dinner at The Vic gets off to a rocky start when the Slaters argue with another family after a truth is revealed. As tensions boil over, a frustrated Kat clears everyone out of the pub in an attempt to protect her daughter. As a worrying situation escalates, there are catastrophic consequences for all involved. Zack’s still got feelings for Vicki (Credit: BBC) 10. Jealous Zack tries to save Christmas In the café, things are awkward when Zack overhears Ross asking Vicki if he can move back home. With things tense between everyone involved, Vicki attempts to cut the tension by giving Zack advice on a gift idea for Barney. Later, it soon becomes clear that Elsewhere, it’s clear Zack still has feelings for Vicki… vibes which Barney soon picks up on. With The Vic off-limits due to the events of community dinner, Zack invites everyone back home in an attempt to save Christmas. It’s not Christmas in Walford unless the police are called (Credit: BBC) 11. A situation intensifies In the wake of Christmas Day, police officers swarm Albert Square. With shocking secrets exposed, and more questions than answers, those in the midst of the drama struggle to see a way forward… Lauren tries to tell Max that he’s not welcome at the Christening (Credit: BBC) 12. Max isn’t welcome Following the events of Christmas, Lauren and Peter put on a brave face to celebrate Jimmy’s christening. Lauren and Peter are worried about the prospect of Cindy and Max meeting… and decide to uninvite Max, due to his behaviour at Christmas. However, Lauren has second thoughts when Max buys Jimmy a thoughtful gift and appears upset at the prospect of not being involved. Feeling for her dad, Lauren invites him against Peter’s wishes. News soon reaches Cindy, who refuses to go if Max will be in attendance. But when Jack drops another bombshell, Max finds himself uninvited once more. Max crashes Jimmy’s christening (Credit: BBC) 13. Max makes a scene Still Max ignores Lauren’s warning, and heads to the Church anyway. With the congregation gathered, jaws drop when Max walks in… and a brutal confrontation ensues between him and Cindy. What has Max done now? Max tries to make things right with Oscar (Credit: BBC) 14. Max tries to make amends After the christening, Oscar attempts to give Max a pep talk to right his wrongs. However, moody Max isn’t in the mood for advice, and heads to Harry’s Barn to drown his sorrows. At Harry’s Barn, another resident attempts to guide Max, but he snaps back and upsets them in the process. Having watched the entire sorry affair, Nicola delivers Max some home truths about his behaviour, and he heads out into the night in an attempt to right his wrongs. Later, Max asks Oscar for help to set up a secret meeting with Lauren in The Vic, which he reluctantly accepts. Lauren fumes at her dad for his actions, and for using Oscar to get her to meet him. Harry’s back! (Credit: BBC) 15. Harry’s out for revenge in EastEnders spoilers Harry arrives home much to the delight of Gina, but is heartbroken when he tells her that he needs to put their relationship on hold. No, he’s more interested in revenge on Ravi, who has also returned to Walford. Kojo’s happy to see Harry back in town, but isn’t happy to hear about his plans for revenge. Later, Harry tries to convince Barney to move back home, but his brother makes it clear that he’s perfectly happy staying at Zack’s. On the Square, Harry bumps into Ravi, where he vents his frustration and anger. Phil accidentally sets Harry on a terrible path (Credit: BBC) 16. Harry prepares to strike Afterwards, Harry starts work back at The Arches. Seeing how Harry’s still struggling, Phil gives Harry some words of advice. However, Harry misconstrues what Phil has said, taking it as confirmation that he should seek revenge. Later, Nicola is shocked when she sees Harry about to jump Ravi from behind. Will Harry go through with his attack on Ravi? Confused Nigel mistakes Honey for another (Credit: BBC) 17. Nigel takes a shine to Honey As Phil and Julie look at care homes, Honey and Billy look after Nigel. However, Nigel mistakes Honey for Julie – and attempts to flirt with her while a bemused Billy looks on. What does the future hold for Max? (Credit: BBC) 18. Max’s New Year flashforward On New Year’s Day, a shocking flashforward catches up with Max Branning exactly one year later, on January 1, 2027. As Max as his family become embroiled in a shocking turn of events, the Branning patriarch takes centre stage. But what has happened? And what does this mean for Max and his family? 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 Dec 9 2025 By Joel Harley Dec 9 2025 Previous Story Next Story
