5 EastEnders spoilers for tonight: Max makes a scene as he's reunited with Zoe and Linda

Max is back to doing what he does best
Joel Harley
By Joel Harley

Max Branning arrives back on Albert Square in EastEnders spoilers for tonight, and wastes little time in causing a commotion at The Vic. He’s (rightly) convinced that there’s something going on between Ian and Lauren, and is determined to find out what.

And, as his homecoming continues, he comes face-to-face with former flings Zoe and Linda too. With Linda still hiding the truth about Annie’s paternity from Max, she’s horrified to see her ex again, but agrees to meet him for a drink.

Will Max learn that he has a daughter with Linda?

Meanwhile, Kat and Alfie make plans for Christmas at The Vic, while Phil takes matters into his own hands to ‘protect’ Nigel. And, as the family worry about Anthony, his behaviour takes another disturbing turn.

Read our EastEnders spoilers for tonight in full below.

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Max knows Lauren and Ian are hiding something (Credit: BBC)

1. Max grows suspicious in EastEnders spoilers

With Oscar in hospital after the fire, Max waits by his bedside for news. It’s not long before he grows suspicious of Ian and Lauren’s secretive behaviour.

Later, back in Walford, Max shares his suspicions about Ian with Jack. And, as things kick off, he makes a declaration in The Vic for all to hear.

Linda looks shocked

Linda’s not happy to see Max again (Credit: BBC)

2. Max comes face-to-face with Zoe and Linda again

Linda is horrified to see Max back on Albert Square. With five years between them and the truth about Annie looming over her head, she and Max head over to The Albert for a drinnk.

Elsewhere, Max is also reunited with Zoe after all that’s gone down over the summer.

3. Kat and Alfie plan for Christmas in EastEnders spoilers

With Christmas inbound, Kat decides to host a community dinner at The Vic. However, the idea doesn’t go down well with everyone.

4. Phil hides the truth about Nigel in EastEnders spoilers

In the wake of his updated dementia symptoms, Julie books a GP appointment for Nigel. But Nigel isn’t happy, and hides certain details of Nigel’s condition from the doctor.

Later, Nigel is worried when he makes a discovery.

Anthony on the phone

What’s Anthony hiding from his family? (Credit: BBC)

5. Anthony’s in a mood in EastEnders spoilers

Yolande, Patrick and Chelsea worry about Anthony when his demeanor suddenly changes.

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