The BBC soap has released a winter and Christmas trailer packed with twists, including hints of more than one death, a major return, and a dramatic festive season. The trailer features Sean Slater, Amy Mitchell, Denise Fox, the Carters, and Janine Butcher, with storylines involving grief, family feuds, and secrets at risk.
Sean Slater's Return and Craig's Exposure
Sean Slater is back and has teamed up with Jack Branning to save Amy Mitchell from Craig. Phil Mitchell is also involved in their efforts. Sean is seen confronting Craig, apparently seeking revenge, while an injured-looking Amy appears with Jack in what looks like a police station. The trailer also shows tension between Sean and Max Branning, with Sean reminding him of the time he and Tanya Branning buried him alive.
Max Branning's Comeuppance
Max Branning could finally face his comeuppance as Kat Moon declares she "wants someone dead" while the camera pans to a worried Max. His ex Cindy Beale is seen vowing to expose him, and there is a moment where someone, possibly Cindy, has a gun. Jack also learns how much his brother has betrayed him, discovering that Amy gave him money from her inheritance. Ravi lashes out at Max as more than one Walford resident takes revenge.
Denise Fox's Cancer Update
In an emotional moment, a tearful Denise makes an admission to her shocked family. She has been undergoing cancer treatment following her diagnosis earlier this year, but the treatment has not been working as well as doctors had hoped. Denise has also been searching for a stem cell donor in recent months. As she tells her family that "I told them I want to stop," it raises the question of whether she will end her treatment.
Janine Butcher Returns
The trailer ends with Janine Butcher's big return being revealed. Behind her in the scene is a bookshelf with folders and files, leaving viewers to wonder if she is back in Walford. Recent location snaps showed her and Linda Carter at a church where a funeral was being filmed, hinting at what brings Janine back.
Death Certificate and Christmas Drama
A death certificate appears in the trailer with October as the date of death, leading fans to speculate about who has died. Some think it could be Mick's certificate and that his body has been found, while Linda holding the certificate hints it could be a Carter. The Christmas scenes show Oscar drunk and celebrating, a donkey, and a family showdown for Nicola and her sister Gemma. Oscar looks set to discover something on his phone, romance blossoms for Ian Beale and Elaine Peacock, and Mark and Lauren continue their affair. Vinny proposes to Penny, but her baby secret could be exposed as Gina and Harry might rumble that Harry is likely the father.
EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One and BBC iPlayer.
