The soaps air huge moments next week in the lead-up to Christmas, with Hollyoaks, Emmerdale, Coronation Street, EastEnders and Neighbours offering twists and turns
07:00, 02 Dec 2025Updated 08:12, 02 Dec 2025
The soaps air huge moments next week in the lead-up to Christmas(Image: Allena Tran/Prime)
There’s some key moments unfolding on all the soaps next week, with death hints, twists aplenty and a sad goodbye.
It’s time for Neighbours fans to prepare for the final farewell, after the news it would be ending for good. Spoilers tease what fans can expect from the final episodes, and where their favourite characters are left.
Over on Hollyoaks, after the shocking winter trailer appeared to confirm the offscreen death of JJ Osborne, new spoilers reveal the aftermath to the news being shared with his family. On Emmerdale, we could see a shock death air as one legend is left seriously injured in the woods.
Fans of EastEnders will find out more about Sam Mitchell’s return to the show, and the showdown we’ve all been waiting for with Zoe Slater. As for Coronation Street, there’s a special flashback episode with secrets revealed.
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There’s some key moments unfolding on all the soaps next week(Image: ITV)Emmerdale
Sam quits his job after a row with Joe, and he soon plans a dodgy shoot on Home Farm for some cash. When Kim goes to investigate after hearing about the shoot from Vanessa, she is left grievously injured in the woods.
Alone and facing death, will anyone find her in time? Singer Jason Donovan makes a surprise cameo, leaving superfan Lydia thrilled after she misses his concert.
Jason’s touched to receive a Woolpack welcome from the villagers as he puts on a show. Meanwhile, Kerry’s confused when a bank account is set up in her name with £15,000 in it. Jacob warns her against spending the money though, only for Pollard to admit he’s the mystery benefactor.
As his agenda is revealed, Kerry is furious but soon they are back in cahoots. Lydia, Claudette and Nicola as they attempt to sell tickets to the Christmas Fayre. Kammy crashes Vinny’s attempt to spend some time alone with Lewis, and villagers are dreading Bob’s performance at the Christmas event.
Coronation Street
A special flashback episode sees tensions flare on Maggie’s birthday(Image: ITV)
A special flashback episode sees tensions flare on Maggie’s birthday. We learn there’s more to this family dynamic than meets the eye as we get a glimpse of Maggie’s earlier life, and how the matriarchal mother-in-law from hell came to be.
But will Eva need to watch her back? With Costello still in hospital, Kit makes a discovery and soon clocks Becky’s discomfort. As Kit confides in Carla, he’s soon concerned for her, asking Becky to pass a message onto Lisa only for Becky to go to the factory instead.
As for Kit, another big realisation leaves him reeling. When Carla returns home and tells Lisa she should never have left, Lisa devastates her by telling her it’s too late and they are over. Lauren is uneasy after spotting a moment between Will and Megan, and Debbie’s upset over a mistake with the wedding venue, so Abi and Carl take action.
Sally and Tim go all out to impress Joanie and her friends, Christina is worried for Todd after Gary’s confession, and Kevin and Tyrone are down in the dumps. David struggles at Shona’s baby shower.
EastEnders
Fans of EastEnders will find out more about Sam Mitchell’s return (Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/Jack Barns/Kieron McCarron)
Sam Mitchell returns to Walford, and she soon causes trouble. Nigel lets her steal money from Phil after mistaking her for Clare. Zoe and Sam soon face off in the Square, and when Sam attempts to flee she drops a health confession on Jack.
Denise makes a deal when she hears about Sam’s health concern, but when Sam learns she’s bluffing she heads to Phil’s, while a moment later in the week sees her confronted. Nicola worries for Harry as she lies about Teddy’s trial. Harry ends up making a killer confession to George, resulting in Nicola’s own secret being revealed.
As the pair discuss matters, they’re horrified when Harry goes AWOL. Harry attends court for Teddy’s verdict, and some news leads to him accidentally overdosing on drugs. Kim drowns her sorrows, and Kat makes a discovery about Anthony. As Anthony lashes out at Patrick, Ian leaves Elaine concerned and Oscar celebrates his 18th.
Neighbours
Residents put aside their differences to help the Varga-Murphys. Holly risks it all to save a friend, and the Linwell saga comes to a head. As Krista makes a huge announcement, Holly is dealt a devastating blow.
Paul and Terese rekindle their love, but will Jane and Clint find their way back to each other? There’s one last showdown as familiar faces come home, but what will happen to Ramsay Street?
Hollyoaks
Over on Hollyoaks, after the shocking winter trailer appeared to confirm the offscreen death of JJ Osborne, new spoilers reveal the aftermath(Image: Lime Pictures)
The Osbornes face complex emotions as Darren prepares to say goodbye to JJ, while Frankie begins getting messages from an account under JJ’s name. A discovery about Lucas leaves Frankie and Dillon stunned, and soon Dillon has had enough of Lucas’ harassment and constant messages and goes to confront him.
Dodger faces harassment from his work colleagues. Theresa seeks Warren’s help. Gemma encourages Diane to continue playing the long game to make Mercedes pay.
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