EastEnders: Series 29
Season 29 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 28.
- 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 29 Progress Shield
4560-4561
Jan 1, 2013 · 30 min
The Mitchells congregate to celebrate Lexi's special day, Alfie does his best to move on from Kat, Ayesha decides to take drastic action and Sharon faces a difficult dilemma.
4562
Jan 3, 2013 · 30 min
Joey returns to Albert Square to support Alice after the death of their father, and Lauren races to find him. Kim and Zainab plan a surprise dinner party to cheer Denise up.
4563 (1)
Jan 4, 2013 · 30 min
The day of Derek's funeral has arrived, and the Brannings plan to give him a decent send-off - but will it go as smoothly as planned?
4564 (2)
Jan 4, 2013 · 30 min
There is a race against time to get to the police station when Lauren is pushed to tell the truth about the car crash. Can Joey stop her in time? Carol is furious when she discover
4565
Jan 7, 2013 · 30 min
It is the day of Joey's court case and Alice is determined to find out what really happened to Derek. A new face instantly makes friends with Abi, but all is not as it seems.
4566
Jan 8, 2013 · 30 min
Pressure is building for Max as Tanya wants answers and decisions following the fallout from Christmas. Denise stays out of Kim's way following the revelation of her kiss with Ray.
4567
Jan 10, 2013 · 30 min
Max decides to sort out his current situation once and for all. Kat fails to show up at The Vic for the first day of her new job, forcing Alfie to choose where his loyalties lie.
4568
Jan 11, 2013 · 30 min
Zainab is alarmed at the content of Ayesha's letters and sends Masood on a mission. Meanwhile, Denise is determined to make things up with Kim but Ray arrives with a bombshell.
4569
Jan 14, 2013 · 30 min
Dot returns home and is mortified to discover her granddaughter using her home for extra-curricular activities. Kat and Roxy come to blows and Alfie is forced to choose a side.
4570
Jan 15, 2013 · 30 min
The Brannings are a family in crisis, and Dot attempts to pull them back together. However, she starts to wish she had never returned when she discovers some home truths.
4571
Jan 17, 2013 · 30 min
With Ian's words ringing in her ears, Dot is on a one-woman mission to save those around her - starting with Lauren. However, her niece finds herself with an unexpected saviour.
4572
Jan 18, 2013 · 30 min
Tanya is determined to find out what Max and Lauren are hiding, but is not prepared when she makes a shocking discovery. A homeless Cora seeks help from her estranged daughter.
4573
Jan 21, 2013 · 30 min
Still dealing with the fallout from Max's secret, Tanya decides to take charge of the situation. Her methods leave Max reeling, and it seems her paranoia is eating away at her.
4574
Jan 22, 2013 · 30 min
Realising he is at risk of losing his family, Max tries his best to manage the situation. But when he finally gets what he has been asking for, it only leads to more problems.
4575
Jan 24, 2013 · 30 min
Dot is livid at Cora's betrayal and she makes her views known, but with debts mounting will Dot be able to find a way out of her financial mess?
4576
Jan 25, 2013 · 30 min
Lauren's attempts at helping out a friend backfire, but Tanya has a novel way of dealing with the situation. Lola storms round to Phil's and stands up to him.
4577
Jan 28, 2013 · 30 min
Cora is upset when she hears that Tanya has agreed to meet with Max, and she does all she can to stop her daughter making a mistake. An emotional Lola says goodbye to Lexi.
4578
Jan 29, 2013 · 30 min
Masood encourages Ayesha to follow her dreams, but this backfires when Zainab interferes. Tyler and Whitney talk about getting their own home, but things take a turn for the worse.
4579
Jan 31, 2013 · 30 min
Masood is bewildered when AJ advises that Ayesha is playing games with him, but the middle-aged postman is in for a shock when he calls her bluff.
4580
Feb 1, 2013 · 30 min
Annoyed at the way things have turned out, Max goes looking for answers - but he gets more than he bargained for. Masood struggles with Zainab's demands and comes to a decision.
4581
Feb 4, 2013 · 30 min
Guilty that he did not show up for the meeting with the Iman, Masood tries to make things right for Zainab. Meanwhile, Abi finds her father and is disgusted by what she sees.
4582
Feb 5, 2013 · 30 min
An angry Masood storms off to the Vic, while Zainab hears some home truths from Ayesha. Max tries to explain himself to Abi and Lauren, but they shun their father.
4583
Feb 7, 2013 · 30 min
As the obvious truth stares Zainab and Masood in the face, Zainab refuses to acknowledge it. Tamwar escapes the house, turning to Fatboy for advice.
4584
Feb 8, 2013 · 30 min
Masood desperately tries to get Zainab to realise how he feels, but when she finally listens to him it seems that the Masoods may not be as indestructible as Zainab thought.
4585
Feb 11, 2013 · 30 min
The pressure is on for Bianca as she attempts to juggle her family, her first day on the market and the parole officer's visit. Masood tries to get Tamwar to fulfil his dream.
4586
Feb 12, 2013 · 30 min
A phone call from Liam's school angers Bianca, and when things take a turn for the worse, she wonders how the family will ever recover. Sharon warns Joey to raise his game.
4587
Feb 14, 2013 · 30 min
Alarm bells ring for Bianca, who has to act quickly when she discovers the stock she is selling with Kat is stolen. Jack joins Sharon behind the bar for Valentine's night.
4588
Feb 15, 2013 · 30 min
Bianca's week continues to deteriorate when she starts to lose control over Liam. Desperate not to end up back inside, she pulls out all the stops to put an end to the trouble.
4589
Feb 18, 2013 · 30 min
Kat is intrigued when Alfie asks to talk to her, and Bianca immediately suspects that Alfie is still in love with her. However, Alfie's announcement is not what Kat was expecting.
4590
Feb 19, 2013 · 30 min
Still devastated by Alfie's announcement, Kat does her best to get on with things. But when Roxy makes disparaging comments towards her, the two women finally come to blows.
4591
Feb 21, 2013 · 30 min
Kat wakes up and immediately regrets her behaviour from the night before. After some soul searching, she decides to take control of her life - but can she succeed?
4592
Feb 22, 2013 · 30 min
The atmosphere in the Brannings is extremely strained. Max tries to explain the situation to Tanya - but will she be able to resist? Masood is stunned by the return of Ayesha.
4593
Feb 25, 2013 · 30 min
When Sharon receives an offer she cannot refuse from Phil, Jack takes matters into his own hands. Alice finds herself in deep water when she is caught with counterfeit money.
4594
Feb 26, 2013 · 30 min
Blaming Phil for problems with his relationship with Sharon, Jack lashes out - but has he pushed Sharon too far this time? Kirsty gathers the Branning clan to remember Derek.
4595
Feb 28, 2013 · 30 min
Patrick is angry and upset when Denise arranges a carer to look after him. Ayesha is thrown when Tamwar, unable to accept her relationship with Masood, tells her to leave Walford.
4596
Mar 1, 2013 · 30 min
A confused Sharon makes a life-changing decision after arguing with both Phil and Jack. Denise cannot conceal her pleasure when Ian invites her to his birthday drinks in the Vic.
4597
Mar 4, 2013 · 30 min
It's the day of Lola's hearing regarding Lexi and, just when things look to be going her way, it seems someone is intent on spoiling things for her.
4598
Mar 5, 2013 · 30 min
A desperate Lola, livid with Phil, takes matters into her own hands. Fed up with three people being in their relationship, Jack gives Sharon an ultimatum.
4599
Mar 6, 2013 · 30 min
Just as things seem to be back on track with Jack and Sharon, Phil calls, leaving Jack furious as Sharon goes running to him again. However, Sharon has some home truths for Phil.
4600
Mar 7, 2013 · 30 min
The hunt continues for Lola and Lexi, and Phil is in a race against time to track them down. Cora comes up with a plan to clear her name, but when she and Dot put her plan into act
4601
Mar 8, 2013 · 30 min
Liam helps out a gang when they are in trouble, but is he getting in with the wrong crowd? Kim becomes increasingly worried for her sister when she does not return home.
4602
Mar 11, 2013 · 30 min
Kat is keen to settle her divorce from Alfie without a solicitor, but will she change her mind when she has yet another run-in with Roxy? Meanwhile, Tamwar finds himself in danger.
4603
Mar 12, 2013 · 30 min
Bianca makes a shocking discovery which brings her whole world crashing down. Tamwar receives flowers that he assumes are for him, but on closer inspection they are for Masood.
4604
Mar 13, 2013 · 30 min
Bianca is stuck in a predicament when she receives a visit from the police. Will she put herself in danger to protect her son? Tanya is livid when she catches Abi sneaking home.
4605
Mar 14, 2013 · 30 min
Bianca has a difficult decision to make after her worst fears are confirmed, and Max flies off the handle when he finds out about Abi's secret. Alfie invites Kat to the Vic.
4606
Mar 18, 2013 · 30 min
Bianca is at the end of her tether with Liam, but how far will she go to protect her son? Sharon advises Tanya that the best way to move on from Max is to get a new man.
4607
Mar 19, 2013 · 30 min
Tanya shocks herself when she accepts a date with an unlikely suitor. Bianca does her best to get through to Liam, but when he refuses to listen she loses her temper.
4608
Mar 21, 2013 · 30 min
Whitney convinces Bianca that she can get through to Liam, but will she end up doing more harm than good? Max is not happy when he finds out who Tanya is having dinner with.
4609
Mar 22, 2013 · 30 min
Tanya wakes up hungover and undressed the morning after her date, but what really happened the night before? Tanya tells Sharon she knows about her and Phil's kiss.
4610
Mar 25, 2013 · 30 min
Bianca is torn over what to do about Liam, but he leaves her with only one real option. Abi is worried about Jay on the anniversary of Heather's death, but Phil insists he is fine.
4611
Mar 26, 2013 · 30 min
Liam finds himself in an uncomfortable position when the gang want him to prove himself to them, but will he go through with it? Sharon tries to make a truce with Tanya.
4612
Mar 28, 2013 · 30 min
An exhausted Bianca makes a life-changing decision when Liam continues to hang around with the gang, but will she live to regret her actions?
4613
Mar 29, 2013 · 30 min
Bianca is at her wits' end when she loses Liam again. Desperately worried for his safety, she rushes to find him, but her worst fears are soon confirmed.
4675
Jul 16, 2013 · 30 min
The speed dating night brings with it mixed fortunes for the residents of Albert Square.
4678
Jul 22, 2013 · 30 min
Ian is pushed to breaking point when he is left to run all the businesses on his own.
4679
Jul 23, 2013 · 30 min
Ian is on a mission to find out who is responsible for damaging his livelihood.
4680
Jul 25, 2013 · 30 min
Whitney is in for a shock when a stranger arrives with a letter from someone in her past.
4682
Jul 29, 2013 · 30 min
Feeling the pressure, Whitney ends up making a decision that could change her life.
4683
Jul 30, 2013 · 30 min
Whitney is relieved when she manages to keep her actions a secret.
4684
Aug 1, 2013 · 30 min
Whitney is left fighting for her relationship, and Tyler and Joey come to blows.
4685
Aug 2, 2013 · 30 min
Will Kat and Bianca be able to put their differences aside to help Whitney?
4687
Aug 6, 2013 · 30 min
Max is in for a surprise when he is found in a compromising situation.
4688
Aug 8, 2013 · 30 min
Max is convinced he knows what's best for his family, but he is soon put in his place.
4689
Aug 9, 2013 · 30 min
Janine and Michael are forced to unite for the sake of Scarlett.
4690
Aug 12, 2013 · 30 min
Dot's revelation shocks the family and they are determined to pull together.
4691
Aug 13, 2013 · 30 min
Lauren discovers that two people she trusted have stabbed her in the back.
4692
Aug 15, 2013 · 30 min
Kirsty is shocked when she is attacked but will anyone come to her rescue?
4693
Aug 16, 2013 · 30 min
Carl decides enough is enough and it's time to get his own back.
4694
Aug 19, 2013 · 30 min
Ian pushes Denise to breaking point, leaving her to question their relationship.
4695
Aug 20, 2013 · 30 min
Ian tries to save his and Denise's relationship, but has he gone too far this time?
4696
Aug 22, 2013 · 30 min
Shirley is livid when she finds out Phil has been paying her rent and sets about getting her own back. Lauren is worried about Abi so she decides to throw her a surprise party.
4697
Aug 23, 2013 · 30 min
Shirley puts pressure on Phil, but will he be able to meet her demands? Dexter is annoyed when he is forced to work, meaning he will have to forfeit his holiday.
4698
Aug 26, 2013 · 30 min
When Abi is cold towards Jay he confronts her on her attitude, and Abi drops a bombshell that could change their lives. The youngsters arrive at the campsite for their holiday.
4699
Aug 27, 2013 · 30 min
Peter is worried that his dark secret will be exposed. When Roxy and Alfie interfere in her relationship, Jean makes a shocking announcement.
4700
Aug 29, 2013 · 30 min
The gang blame each other for what's happened, causing Peter and Dexter to come to blows. Peter reveals all to Lola. Jay makes a catastrophic mistake but will he get caught out?
4701
Aug 30, 2013 · 30 min
The group are surprised when Abi comes up with a brilliant idea. However, Abi's plan is met with dangerous setbacks. Back in Walford, Dexter is forced to face the music.
4702
Sep 2, 2013 · 30 min
Determined to get Kirsty back, Carl does everything he can to rile Max and makes Phil an irresistible business offer. Lauren sees Jake again at counselling but infuriates him.
4703
Sep 3, 2013 · 30 min
Despite being warned, Phil is under pressure to produce cash and has no option but to do business with Carl. As they travel to the deal, Carl suddenly loses control of the car.
4704
Sep 5, 2013 · 30 min
The catastrophic car crash has left Phil fighting for his life while Carl is slumped over the wheel. An air ambulance is called and the police start to make enquiries in Walford.
4705
Sep 6, 2013 · 30 min
As news of the arrest reverberates around the Square, it emerges that a key witness has come forward. Shirley breaks into Phil's house to take what she sees as rightfully hers.
4706
Sep 9, 2013 · 30 min
Ronnie is released from prison, but will anyone be at the prison gates to meet her? Alfie explodes into a fit of rage when he finds out what Roxy has planned for Ronnie.
4707
Sep 10, 2013 · 30 min
Ronnie is in disbelief when she finds out what Roxy has been up to while she has been in prison, and she quickly realises they will not be moving away together as planned.
4708-4709
Sep 11, 2013 · 30 min
Roxy is torn. She is desperate to protect her relationship with Alfie, but can she stay away from Ronnie? Denise is thrown when Ian asks her to move in with him.
4710
Sep 12, 2013 · 30 min
When Ian finds out that Shirley knows his secret, he explains his concerns to Carl. Carl promises to sort Shirley out, but how far will he go to keep her quiet?
4711
Sep 13, 2013 · 30 min
Jack has mixed feelings when he realises Ronnie is still in town, but will he stay away or be drawn back to her? Abi is keen to do all she can to clear her father's name.
4712
Sep 16, 2013 · 30 min
Jean is still downbeat about losing Ollie, so when he walks back into her life and begs her to join him in Brighton she is overjoyed. But is leaving her life in Walford so simple?
4713
Sep 17, 2013 · 30 min
Kat realises she is standing in the way of Jean's happiness and decides to make things right, but has she left it too late? Kirsty is shocked when Abi and Lauren turn against her.
4714
Sep 19, 2013 · 30 min
Dexter is worried about the state of Ava and Sam's relationship, so he is in for a shock when he releases the reality of the situation is much worse than he originally thought.
4715
Sep 20, 2013 · 30 min
As Phil continues to wallow in hospital, he is shocked when Peggy walks through the door to give him a few home truths, determined to put him back on the right track.
4716
Sep 23, 2013 · 30 min
As they await news from the hospital, Ava and Dexter continue to worry about Sam's health. Carl attempts to make Kirsty an offer she cannot refuse, but she has her sights on Kat.
4717
Sep 24, 2013 · 30 min
Dexter is determined to do what he feels is right, despite his family and friends giving him conflicting information. Tamwar tries to win Alice over, but Michael has his own plans.
4718
Sep 26, 2013 · 30 min
Masood excitedly prepares for a romantic night in with Carol, but their date goes from bad to worse when an unexpected visitor turns up on the doorstep: David Wicks.
4719
Sep 27, 2013 · 30 min
With trouble following close behind, Carol tries to come to terms with David's shock appearance - but what has brought him back to Walford?
4720
Sep 30, 2013 · 30 min
Concerned about Carol, Masood confronts David over his intentions and is left speechless when David drops a bombshell.
4721
Oct 1, 2013 · 30 min
David continues to try and win Carol over, but has he done enough to earn his stay in Walford? Fatboy is thrilled when Poppy reveals she has a surprise for him that will step thei
4723
Oct 4, 2013 · 30 min
A guilty Roxy continues to play with fire when she persists in seeing Ronnie behind Alfie's back.
4724
Oct 7, 2013 · 30 min
Alfie gives Roxy the chance to confess that she has been seeing Ronnie behind his back, but will she pass the test? Dexter and Sam receive news about the transplant operation.
4725
Oct 8, 2013 · 30 min
An exhausted Janine plays right into Michael's hands when Scarlett's safety is plunged into jeopardy. Guilt eats away at Dexter when he has doubts about his upcoming operation.
4726
Oct 10, 2013 · 30 min
Faced with a huge dilemma, Dexter faces Sam, Ava and Cora and finally makes a life-changing decision. Enjoying the power, Michael manages to wind Janine up.
4727
Oct 11, 2013 · 30 min
Michael's warped brain goes into overdrive and he continues to manipulate Alice, who becomes caught up in his plan to ruin Janine. Ava and Cora go head-to-head over Dexter.
4728
Oct 14, 2013 · 30 min
Jack throws a flat warming party to lift Ronnie's spirits, but Phil makes it clear that he will not be going as he doesn't approve of their relationship, which tests the Mitchell l
4729
Oct 15, 2013 · 30 min
After being reminded of the life they could have shared together, Jack and Ronnie are forced to question their entire relationship.
4751
Nov 25, 2013 · 30 min
It is Roxy and Alfie's wedding day but, in light of recent events, Alfie has the biggest decision of his life to make. Kat is put in a difficult position when Roxy apologises for