EastEnders: Series 27
Season 27 Lore Primer
Key plot threads, lore context, and character stakes you need to remember before diving into this season.
- Directly follows the overarching narrative developments of EastEnders Season 26.
- Faction dynamics and core character alliances shift under escalating external stakes.
- Crucial mysteries introduced previously reach key turning points and narrative reckonings.
- Sets up serialized story arcs that build directly toward the climactic season finale.
Episode Guide
Season 27 Progress Shield
4136
Jan 1, 2011 · 30 min
Arriving home, Alfie’s swept up in the Vic’s New Year celebrations. Fed up of hospital, Kat pulls out her drip, commandeers a taxi and heads home. Every time Alfie tries to get up
4137
Jan 3, 2011 · 30 min
When Kat and Alfie are asked if they want to see Tommy, Kat runs away. Back at the Vic, Mo sits with her. Alfie looks for Kat, when he gets back to the pub Billy and Julie are clea
4154
Feb 1, 2011 · 30 min
The news about Tommy stuns Michael, while Ronnie's interest is piqued by Kat's revelation.
4155
Feb 2, 2011 · 30 min
Abi is left reeling after a love-sick Darren proposes to Jodie. Kat makes a decision when her and Alfie's attempts to reignite their love end in disaster.
4156
Feb 3, 2011 · 30 min
Glenda informs a shocked Roxy that it was Phil who stole her wedding money. Phil is forced to take drastic action when Glenda threatens to expose him at his party.
4157
Feb 7, 2011 · 30 min
Whitney's light fingers leads to a headache for Janine. Whitney makes a dangerous decision, and Janine has a narrow escape at the R&R.
4158
Feb 8, 2011 · 30 min
Still hurt that Kat kissed Michael, Alfie puts on a cheery front and organises a Mexican night at the Vic. Alfie pawns his wedding ring for the money he owes Michael, but later dis
4159
Feb 10, 2011 · 30 min
Kat's continued torment at losing baby Tommy proves too much for Alfie...
4160
Feb 11, 2011 · 30 min
Zainab and Masood get much more than they bargained for when they put aside their misgivings and meet with Yusef. Ronnie takes drastic action to curtail Roxy and Michael's burgeon
4161
Feb 14, 2011 · 30 min
Alfie and Michael return from Brighton. Jack punches Michael, believing he come on to Ronnie. Michael insists Ronnie fancies him, not the other way around, but Ronnie denies it. At
4162
Feb 15, 2011 · 30 min
Heather Trott faces the toughest day of her life as money shortages, a desperate visit to her mother and an altercation with Shirley all lead to terrible tragedy.
4163
Feb 17, 2011 · 30 min
A heartbroken Jack pleads with Ronnie to get professional help after he witnesses her meltdown in the Vic. Darren makes a devastating discovery at Heather's flat while Syed and Chr
4164
Feb 18, 2011 · 30 min
Alfie is on hand to comfort Kat when she receives some sad news. Shirley and Dot are appalled to discover the state of Heather's flat while Darren reaches a momentous decision abou
4165
Feb 21, 2011 · 30 min
It is the grand opening of the B&B, and Zainab is horrified to discover the identity of Kim's first customer. Meanwhile, Heather reaches a decision about George's future, Janine ta
4166
Feb 22, 2011 · 30 min
Whitney, desperate to make amends, gets herself into trouble, only to be rescued by a handsome stranger. Meanwhile, Kim thinks it is time for Denise to move on, Shirley tries to bo
4167
Feb 24, 2011 · 30 min
An alienated Whitney misreads signals and ruins her friendship with Lauren as a result. Janine goes to extreme lengths to scrape together money for the rent. And Patrick and Kim ge
4168
Feb 25, 2011 · 30 min
Max needs Whitney to fix the mess she has made, but she ends up burning all her bridges in Walford and turning to her new friend for help. Zainab's decision to keep the Square's ne
4169
Feb 28, 2011 · 30 min
Masood is determined to find a way of financing the perfect engagement ring, but Zainab struggles to accept Yusef's presence in the Square and resolves that they get rid of him. Me
4170
Mar 1, 2011 · 30 min
Denise files for divorce and decides to celebrate the start of her new life with a party, but the rift between Masood and Yusef threatens to overshadow the celebrations. Jay is una
4171
Mar 3, 2011 · 30 min
Shirley's thrilled when Phil returns to the Square, but Glenda is less than happy when he foils her plan to get Roxy's money back. Tamwar and Afia hatch a plan to reunite their war
4172
Mar 4, 2011 · 30 min
Glenda's revelations leave the Mitchells reeling, while Ian panics about what else might be revealed. Tamwar and Afia are pleased when it seems that their parents are getting along
4173
Mar 7, 2011 · 30 min
Ronnie's paranoia reaches new heights as she resolves to drive Glenda away before she discovers the truth about James. Meanwhile, Ian has a touching gesture for Jane, and will Shir
4174
Mar 8, 2011 · 30 min
Revelations ricochet across the Square leaving relationships in tatters - will Shirley let Glenda get away with the upset that she has caused? Jane makes a devastating discovery ab
4175
Mar 10, 2011 · 30 min
hirley fights to keep her head held high as she faces a future without Phil - but will he succumb to her chilling request? Meanwhile Kat and Alfie do their best to support a vulner
4176
Mar 11, 2011 · 30 min
As Phil and Shirley rake over their relationship in an epic heart-to-heart, there is a final twist in store for the couple. Ian and Jane face an achingly tough decision about their
4211
May 13, 2011 · 30 min
Shirley and Heather discover some uncomfortable truth about Ben
4212
May 16, 2011 · 30 min
Alfie and Kat's happiness at Tommy's christening is threatened by the police
4213
May 17, 2011 · 30 min
Jane finds an alle at her divorce hearing, while Zainab and Masood make a decision
4214
May 19, 2011 · 30 min
A Terrified Ronnie steels herself as she finally comes face-to-face with a vengefull cat
4215
May 20, 2011 · 30 min
Ronnie is thrown into a panic when Amy's disappearance firces her out in public
4217
May 24, 2011 · 30 min
Dot faces an impossible decision as the reality of being Jim's Carer takes its toll.
4218
May 26, 2011 · 30 min
Dot is hurt to discover Carol, Max and Jack discussing Jim's future without her.
4219
May 27, 2011 · 30 min
Syed's attempts to heal Masood and Zainab's rift leave Christian out in the cold.
4220
May 30, 2011 · 30 min
As Zainab and Masood's marriage begins to implode, Tamwar is forced to beg Syed to help.
4221
May 31, 2011 · 30 min
Masood's growing rage at Yusef's scheming is futher fuelled by a vengeful Phil.
4222
Jun 2, 2011 · 30 min
Yusef fears for his life when a dramatic showdown with Masood threatens to spiral out of control. Mercy struggles to understand Fat Boy's deceit, while Shirley is left reeling when
4223
Jun 3, 2011 · 30 min
As Tam and Afia struggle to deal with last night's shocking events, Masood gives Denise reason to doubt Yusef's motives. Shirley fears the worst when Phil refuses to explain his wh
4224
Jun 6, 2011 · 30 min
Eddie Moon arrives in Walford with a bang when an attempt to save Amy leads to an accidental collision with Carol. Phil has a surprising admission for Shirley, while Afia presents
4227
Jun 10, 2011 · 30 min
Roxy gets more than she bargained for when she demands that Eddie leave the Square.
4228
Jun 13, 2011 · 30 min
Janine and Lydia reach out to one another during a dark night of the soul.
4229
Jun 14, 2011 · 30 min
Pat questions Janine's involvement in the previous evening's devastating events.
4230
Jun 16, 2011 · 30 min
Tanya is forced to take action when an intoxicated Rainie wreaks havoc in her home.
4231
Jun 17, 2011 · 30 min
Tensions between Max and Tanya threaten to reach boiling point at the engagement party.
4232
Jun 20, 2011 · 30 min
Tamwar feels the pressure when Afia presents him with an impossible decision.
4233
Jun 21, 2011 · 30 min
Masood's desperate attempt to halt Tam and Afia's wedding is dealt a crushing blow.
4234
Jun 23, 2011 · 30 min
The Masoods turn on each other in the wake of Tam's revelations.
4235
Jun 24, 2011 · 30 min
Zainab vows to reunite her fractured family after the previous night's terrible events.
4236
Jun 27, 2011 · 30 min
Eddie makes a breakthrough with Michael, but a visitor spoils their reconciliation.
4237
Jun 28, 2011 · 30 min
Tyler's lively antics bring chaos to the Vic, while Michael's anxiety manifests itself.
4238
Jun 30, 2011 · 30 min
A conniving Michael manipulates Jack in order to spend time alone with Ronnie.
4239
Jul 1, 2011 · 30 min
A vengeful Kat refines her victim statement ahead of Ronnie's sentencing.
4240
Jul 4, 2011 · 30 min
Ronnie is stunned when Michael finally reveals his true intentions.
4241
Jul 5, 2011 · 30 min
Ronnie resolves to deal with Michael when he frames her for the break-in at the Vic.
4242-4243
Jul 7, 2011 · 30 min
Michael carries out his final, devastating act of revenge against Ronnie.
4244
Jul 8, 2011 · 30 min
Eddie has to intervene when Jack hunts Michael down to make him pay for his manipulations.
4245
Jul 11, 2011 · 30 min
Billy and Julie receive heartbreaking news when they finally pay a visit to their son.
4247
Jul 14, 2011 · 30 min
Christian forces Zainab into an emotional showdown over his adoption plans.
4248
Jul 15, 2011 · 30 min
Billy is on top of the world as he introduces Lola to the rest of the Mitchell clan.
4249
Jul 18, 2011 · 30 min
There are fireworks aplenty when Janine throws a millionaire's party for the Square.
4250
Jul 19, 2011 · 30 min
Ricky's imminent departure forces Pat to swallow her pride and to appeal to Norman.
4251
Jul 21, 2011 · 30 min
Max and Tanya arrange another risky rendezvous at their love nest.
4252
Jul 22, 2011 · 30 min
A suspicious Vanessa bites the bullet and confronts her growing doubts about Max.
4253
Jul 25, 2011 · 30 min
Eddie's happiness at Anthony's arrival in Walford is short-lived.
4254
Jul 26, 2011 · 30 min
Eddie goes to unnerving lengths in an attempt to make Michael pay for last night's events.
4255
Jul 28, 2011 · 30 min
Julie and Jean are panicked to find the Vic toilets covered in blood.
4256
Jul 29, 2011 · 30 min
Jean is left reeling when an angry Eddie turns on her for snooping through his letters.
4257
Aug 1, 2011 · 30 min
An isolated Roxy resorts to drastic measures when Phil continues to muscle her out of R&R.
4258
Aug 2, 2011 · 30 min
Tanya's efforts with Greg make her feel increasingly trapped within her marriage.
4259
Aug 4, 2011 · 30 min
Lola's attempt to teach Phil a lesson backfires, with terrible consequences.
4260
Aug 5, 2011 · 30 min
Billy and Julie deal with the fallout of Lola's actions, while Tanya leaves Greg reeling.
4261
Aug 8, 2011 · 30 min
Jean goes into meltdown over a shock delivery, and Tanya and Max's affair is threatened.
4262
Aug 9, 2011 · 30 min
Max and Tanya's secret rendezvous is interrupted by a surprise visitor.
4263
Aug 11, 2011 · 30 min
Max and Tanya finally prepare to come clean with Vanessa and Greg.
4264
Aug 12, 2011 · 30 min
Tanya resolves to make her decision and goes to meet Max. But who will she choose?
4265
Aug 15, 2011 · 30 min
Jack and Carol are forced to take drastic action following last week's revelations.
4266
Aug 16, 2011 · 30 min
Michael targets a fragile Vanessa as he continues to plot his revenge against Eddie.
4267
Aug 18, 2011 · 30 min
Janine sends the police to the Vic, leaving Ryan and Lauren in an unfortunate predicament.
4268
Aug 19, 2011 · 30 min
Pat and Jean go to war in a quest to be crowned Norman's Pearly Queen.
4269
Aug 22, 2011 · 30 min
Whitney is paralysed with fear when Rob returns to Walford wanting her forgiveness.
4270
Aug 23, 2011 · 30 min
A vengeful Rob tracks Whitney down in Southend, and Dot visits Rose at home.
4271
Aug 25, 2011 · 30 min
Despite Whitney's protests, Fat Boy calls on Ryan to help them deal with Rob.
4272
Aug 26, 2011 · 30 min
Whitney is left devastated when the police pull a body from the sea - but whose is it?
4273
Aug 29, 2011 · 30 min
It is Anthony's birthday, and Ian finds himself in a dangerous situation.
4274
Aug 30, 2011 · 30 min
Ian's world is thrown into turmoil as Mandy's boss tracks him down.
4275
Sep 1, 2011 · 30 min
Kat receives an intriguing phone call and struggles to come to terms with some shock news.
4276
Sep 2, 2011 · 30 min
Kat's secret is threatened as Shenice stumbles upon the truth.
4277
Sep 5, 2011 · 30 min
Alfie tries to make amends with Kat but their reconciliation does not go to plan.
4279
Sep 8, 2011 · 30 min
Michael's plans for revenge against Eddie horrify Vanessa, and Michael causes mischief.
4280
Sep 9, 2011 · 30 min
Vanessa worms her way into Eddie's affections after he and Carol have a fight.
4281
Sep 12, 2011 · 30 min
An unhinged Michael carefully lines up his pawns ready for Eddie's day of judgement.
4282
Sep 13, 2011 · 30 min
The Moon family spectacularly implodes as fight night finally comes to pass.
4283
Sep 15, 2011 · 30 min
Michael torments Eddie as Tyler's life hangs in the balance.
4284
Sep 16, 2011 · 30 min
Eddie reveals a staggering secret to Michael, changing the course of their relationship.
4285
Sep 19, 2011 · 30 min
Darren and Lauren vow to conceal their indiscretion, and a familiar face returns.
4286
Sep 20, 2011 · 30 min
The day of Darren and Jodie's dream wedding dawns, but will they make it down the aisle?
4287
Sep 22, 2011 · 30 min
Yusef resorts to extreme measures when he fears Zainab may be slipping from his clutches.
4288
Sep 23, 2011 · 30 min
Yusef starts to panic when his plan threatens to spiral out of control.
4289
Sep 26, 2011 · 30 min
Masood makes a heartbreaking decision, and Ben's day with Duncan takes a worrying turn.
4290
Sep 27, 2011 · 30 min
The situation between Ben and Duncan escalates, and Alfie reveals Ian is on his way home.
4292
Sep 30, 2011 · 30 min
Determined to see the back of Vanessa, Michael pays her to leave Walford for good.
4293
Oct 3, 2011 · 30 min
A shock revelation changes life for the Moons, and Phil and Patrick's feud escalates.
4294
Oct 4, 2011 · 30 min
Vanessa fights her corner with Eddie, betraying Michael in the process.
4295
Oct 6, 2011 · 30 min
Eddie hesitates over his plan to destroy Michael, and Christian makes a discovery.
4296
Oct 7, 2011 · 30 min
Ben finally tells Phil the truth, while Michael tries to pick up the pieces of his life.
4297
Oct 10, 2011 · 30 min
Zainab is left humiliated when Denise accidentally reveals all about her recent ordeal.
4298
Oct 11, 2011 · 30 min
Yusef's meddling pushes Zainab to breaking point, resulting in a shocking confrontation.
4299
Oct 13, 2011 · 30 min
A broken Zainab finally gives in to Yusef's game-playing and flees from the Square.
4300
Oct 14, 2011 · 30 min
Syed and Christian struggle with last night's revelation, while Masood fears the worst.
4301
Oct 17, 2011 · 30 min
Syed faces a difficult choice when his daughter visits the Square for the first time.
4302
Oct 18, 2011 · 30 min
Mandy takes great delight in punishing Ian for his paranoid accusations.
4303
Oct 20, 2011 · 30 min
Ian reaches a momentous decision after a heart-to-heart with Alfie.
4304
Oct 21, 2011 · 30 min
Tyler tries to attract Whitney's attention at the party, and a familiar face returns.
4305
Oct 24, 2011 · 30 min
Whitney finds herself with a new boyfriend, but she has to decide if he is the man she wants. A scheming Ben exposes Syed's lies about Amira to an incredulous Christian. Lola blags
4306
Oct 25, 2011 · 30 min
Christian is furious when he spots Syed and Amira together at the cafe - and later warns his boyfriend he must choose between their relationship and the one he has with his daughte
4307
Oct 27, 2011 · 30 min
Yusef is furious when Syed and Amira's baby brings the Masoods closer together - until he realises there might be another way to drive them apart. Patrick discovers Norman has been
4308
Oct 28, 2011 · 30 min
Christian grows nervous about whether he can have a future with Syed now he has become a father - and reluctantly agrees to Yusef's request for a sample of his boyfriend's hair. Lo
4309
Oct 31, 2011 · 30 min
Amira continues to feud with Christian on the day of Yasmin's party, and the situation becomes more tense when Yusef makes a phone call that brings Qadim back to Walford - before g
4310
Nov 1, 2011 · 30 min
Yusef suggests Christian may have tampered with the test, leading to a bitter argument that leaves Amira outraged. However, Masood is convinced the doctor is hiding the truth, and
4311
Nov 3, 2011 · 30 min
Ben offers to babysit Amy so Roxy and her friends can go to the Vic - but when he leaves her alone to explore Jack's flat with Jay, she has a life-threatening accident. Yusef begs
4312
Nov 4, 2011 · 30 min
Jack and Roxy face some sobering truths about their parenting skills following Amy's accident, while Ben fears he might be sent back to prison. Tanya receives heartbreaking news on
4313
Nov 7, 2011 · 30 min
Ben is full of remorse following the incident with Amy - but turns the situation into an excuse to spend time alone with Christian. Phil clashes with Michael and Janine when they t
4314
Nov 8, 2011 · 30 min
Ben is furious at being rejected by Christian, and decides to get revenge by telling Yusef a horrifying lie about what happened the previous night. Ian is stunned when a familiar f
4315
Nov 10, 2011 · 30 min
Phil angrily confronts Christian, and their argument soon takes a violent turn. As accusations fly, Roxy urges Ben to tell the truth before any more damage is done. Jane chastises
4316
Nov 11, 2011 · 30 min
Masood heads to see Zainab at home, but is disgusted to find Yusef with her. Kat feels guilty when Alfie celebrates their relationship, and Janine overhears news that could give he
4317
Nov 14, 2011 · 30 min
Phil becomes agitated when he receives more mysterious photos, but cannot work out who has sent them - or who the person in the pictures is supposed to be. Tyler tries to reunite J
4318
Nov 15, 2011 · 30 min
Kat cannot stop thinking about her one-night stand and decides the time has come to tell Alfie the truth. Phil is convinced Janine is his tormentor, but she appears to know less th
4319
Nov 17, 2011 · 30 min
Janine is stunned when Pat tells her about Frank's role in the fire at the car lot, and becomes upset as she recalls her parents' troubled marriage. Meanwhile, Phil confesses his p
4320
Nov 21, 2011 · 30 min
Tanya struggles to remain on top of things as she tries to keep her home running smoothly - but finally loses her cool when she finds Shirley threatening Rainie. Kat shares her con
4321
Nov 22, 2011 · 30 min
Jack is furious when Abi lets Roxy spend time with Amy, but his heated mood turns to concern as she tearfully reveals her fears about Tanya. However, her mother reacts angrily at h
4322
Nov 23, 2011 · 30 min
Tanya unleashes a torrent of abuse on her relatives when they try to discuss her recent behaviour - but is interrupted by an unexpected visitor. Meanwhile, Lauren visits the hospit
4323
Nov 24, 2011 · 30 min
Max tries to get to the bottom of Tanya's problems, but only makes her more agitated - and she finally snaps when Lauren interrogates her about the missed hospital appointments. Me
4324
Nov 25, 2011 · 30 min
Max is faced with a difficult decision after Lauren tells him the truth about Tanya's illness - but there are still more shocks in store for the Brannings and the Crosses. Meanwhil
4325
Nov 28, 2011 · 30 min
Rainie cannot contain her hatred following Tanya's revelation about their father, and tells her sister she wants her to die. Pat talks to Roxy about Derek's violent past, while Lol
4326
Nov 29, 2011 · 30 min
Phil receives a series of ominous text messages, and Shirley is certain Rainie is responsible. Roxy and Jack prepare for a custody hearing, Masood and Zainab discuss their divorce,
4327
Dec 1, 2011 · 30 min
Zainab feels humiliated after news spreads about Masood's night with Jane, and tells Yusef she will go to Pakistan with him - but receives a shock when he proposes to her. However,
4328
Dec 2, 2011 · 30 min
Yusef celebrates his birthday, but the day turns sour when his cousin Tariq confronts him about his engagement - so the doctor tries to buy his silence by offering him control of t
4329
Dec 5, 2011 · 30 min
Kat heads off for a girls' night out at R&R after growing increasingly disillusioned with her relationship - but is unsure what to do when she finds herself in a stranger's flat. A
4330
Dec 6, 2011 · 30 min
Afia warns Yusef to leave London - but instead he breaks down and tells Zainab he started the fire that nearly killed her in Pakistan. The police raid Phil's properties, leaving De
4331
Dec 8, 2011 · 30 min
Phil's plans to lure his tormentor out into the open are repeatedly thwarted, until he finally gets information about who it might be - but when a confrontation takes place, his ra
4332
Dec 9, 2011 · 30 min
Billy fears Lola may have lost her baby, but Phil is more concerned about the missing file - though Shirley warns him the last thing he needs is to be charged with assault. Carol a
4333
Dec 12, 2011 · 30 min
Shirley throws a Christmas party, hoping the occasion will reveal Phil's tormentor. Her plan initially seems set to fail, as Derek, Jack and Ian quickly see through it - but she th
4334
Dec 13, 2011 · 30 min
Ricky returns to Albert Square, and his family hopes he will be able to help Pat with the money he earned in Dubai - but it quickly becomes clear something has gone wrong. Shirley
4335
Dec 15, 2011 · 30 min
Bianca is delighted to receive a visit from Ricky, but her joy turns to anger when he reveals their house is at risk. However, his spirits are lifted when he bumps into Mandy, and
4336
Dec 16, 2011 · 30 min
Zainab lashes out at Yusef after he insults Kamil, but he responds by slapping her - and when he coldly warns her worse may be to come, she decides to run away. Pat hopes a day out
4337
Dec 19, 2011 · 30 min
Mandy begins to doubt whether she is ready to marry Ian following a visit from Pat, who has found out about her night with Ricky. Yusef takes Zainab to the airport after deciding t
4338
Dec 20, 2011 · 30 min
Zainab is distraught following Kamil's disappearance, and pleads with Yusef to tell her where he has taken him. Bianca's family excitedly prepares for her return from prison, Max w
4339
Dec 22, 2011 · 30 min
Alfie is convinced Jean needs professional help after a worrying incident with Shenice, but Kat angrily insists she is the best person to take care of her. Bianca's children are up
4340
Dec 23, 2011 · 30 min
Masood sneaks into Zainab's house in a bid to rescue her when Yusef briefly leaves her alone, but discovers she still does not know where Kamil is - leaving him struggling to escap
4341
Dec 24, 2011 · 30 min
Masood and Zainab try to put a stop to Yusef's schemes - but the crisis also starts to rekindle their old passions. Phil enlists Ben's help to catch his stalker, while Bianca and K
4342-4343
Dec 25, 2011 · 30 min
Hour-long episode. Masood sets out to bring Kamil home, but Yusef has one more trick to play. Shirley is shocked to discover the identity of Phil's stalker, Janine tries to buy her
4344
Dec 26, 2011 · 30 min
Yusef's actions put the whole of Albert Square in danger. Meanwhile, Denise teams up with Kim and Patrick to throw a Christmas party at the B&B - but her celebrations are cut short
4345
Dec 27, 2011 · 30 min
Pat is furious to spot Derek asking Liam to steal scrap metal for him, and sends the youngster home. Michael realises they have a common enemy, and offers to help her get Derek out
4346
Dec 29, 2011 · 30 min
Pat checks herself out of hospital and lies to Ricky, claiming the doctors have allowed her to go. Back in Albert Square, Bianca berates Janine for putting more pressure on their f
4347
Dec 30, 2011 · 30 min
Ricky, Bianca and their children struggle to meet Janine's new deadline for repaying her loan, and all of them are forced to make sacrifices as they try to raise the cash. Meanwhil