Julia Smith
Director
EastEnders (1985)
Series 42
The everyday lives of working-class residents of Albert Square, a traditional Victorian square of terrace houses surrounding a park in the East End of London's Walford borough.
Released Feb. 19, 1985
Episode 29 min
10+
Genres: Crime, Drama, Romance, Soap
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Watch Providers: BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel, Britbox Apple TV Channel
Production Companies: BBC Studios Drama Productions
Network: BBC One
Country: United Kingdom
Languages:
English
S42E1 - 01/01/2026
Secrets are revealed in an exclusive window on what’s to come for one Walford family in 2026.
Jan. 1, 2026, midnight
S42E2 - 05/01/2026
Jean’s behaviour causes concern, Phil and Julie visit a care home with Nigel, and Kathy gets badmouthed by a new competitor.
Jan. 5, 2026, midnight
S42E3 - 06/01/2025
Nicola has a plan for revenge, Alfie tries to handle a difficult situation, and Phil makes a big decision about the future.
Jan. 6, 2026, midnight
S42E4 - 07/01/2026
Ravi is thrown into a dangerous situation, Linda attends her school reunion, and Penny realises Gina knows her secret.
Jan. 7, 2026, midnight
S42E5 - 08/01/2025
Priya, Vinny and Nugget search for Ravi, Linda hears some home truths about her past behaviour, and Honey’s mistake leads to an opportunity.
Jan. 8, 2026, midnight
S42E6 - 12/01/2026
Ravi comes to a shocking realisation, Max gets a new fan, and Linda runs round after Bea.
Jan. 12, 2026, midnight
S42E7 - 13/01/2026
The police continue their investigation into an attack, Oscar and Lauren plan a memorial for Abi, and Penny is concerned for a friend.
Jan. 13, 2026, midnight
S42E8 - 14/01/2026
Nicola gets a nasty surprise, Honey offers a shoulder to cry on, and Gina gives romantic advice to Penny.
Jan. 14, 2026, midnight
S42E9 - 15/01/2026
The Brannings gather to remember Abi, Priya tries to reassure a loved one, and Jack turns up the pressure.
Jan. 15, 2026, midnight
S42E10 - 20/01/2026
Oscar has a tricky choice to make.
Jan. 19, 2026, midnight
Network: BBC One
Episode Runtime: 29 min.
Season Runtime: 214774 min.
Released: Feb. 19, 1985
Last Air Date: Jan. 7, 2026, midnight
Next Air Date: Jan. 8, 2026, midnight
Status: Returning Series
Certification: TV-PG / 10+
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