Emmerdale's new producer Iain MacLeod has told fans they can expect a "special week of episodes" this Autumn.
The soap will air a thriller-style storyline as part of the 'unique' series of episodes later this year, according to STV.
"We've got some quite exciting plans for the autumn in terms of doing something a little bit different...
He added: "...a special week of episodes that will be kind of spectacular, but in a way I don't think we've seen in a soap before. I can't say much more than that."
MacLeod went on to say: "We've seen a lot of disaster movies; what I've got in mind is more akin to a thriller or an action movie.
"We have seen a lot of incredible stunts. I think this time my intention will be to approach it from a slightly different angle no less spectacular."
Meanwhile, MacLeod recently announced that Ashley and Laurel are planning to recommit themselves to one another by remarrying.
Emmerdale airs on ITV.
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