Emmerdale Spoilers 18th - 22nd May 2015

[Perdita]

7185 Monday 18 May 7pm – 7.30pm

Jai puts Rachel in danger
Lachlan blackmails Robert
Rakesh is jealous of David

7186 Tuesday 19 May 7pm – 7.30pm

Rachel makes plans to leave
Marlon’s determined to keep his distance from Laurel
Victoria’s worried about Betty

7187 Wednesday 20 May 2015 7pm – 7.30pm

Laurel sinks to a new low
Jai’s delighted to have his own way at last
Carly takes an interest in the shop

7188/89 Thursday 21 May 2015 7pm-8pm

Laurel spirals out of control
Debbie hopes Zak can talk some sense into Ross
Betty returns to the village

7190 Friday 22 May 7pm – 7.30pm

Ashley supports Laurel
Zak takes a big gamble
Betty gives Adam some sage advice

[sarah c]

the build up to Betty leaving I guess

[Serena Williams]

This is so disappointing but maybe the next more detailed spoilers will mention aaron and robert. I wonder if Kate Oates realizes how popular they are worldwide? There are too many unimportant characters on the show hope the cull is huge this summer but I doubt it.

[Zally]

Lachlan blackmails Robert

Could he find out about Aaron and Robert?

[Zally]

Lachlan blackmails Robert

Could he find out about Aaron and Robert?

[tammyy2j]

Is Jai trying to get full custody of Archie and divorce Megan without paying any settlement?

[Perdita]

Did Jai not make a phone call to his solicitor explaining he wants a divorce without Megan getting anything? Because she had withheld information about Rachel and Archie when Rachel was going to move to Luton for a job

[lizann]

how much lower can laurel sink

[tammyy2j]

Did Jai not make a phone call to his solicitor explaining he wants a divorce without Megan getting anything? Because she had withheld information about Rachel and Archie when Rachel was going to move to Luton for a job

Oh yes I do vaguely recall that

[kiwigirl]

Laurel needs to go, so sick of her story.

[lizann]

where is megan gone

[Perdita]

I am wondering that too ...

[tammyy2j]

I am wondering that too ...

Leyla said their wedding business is very busy so must be off working away

Was she not going to try and get custody of fake Archie maybe foster or adopt him?

[louisa]

You never know. Laurel might be one that dies in that big Summer storyline. Here's hoping anyway.

[Serena Williams]

Laurel needs to go, so sick of her story.

I agree but I doubt Kate oates will get rid of the annoying character.

[TaintedLove]

You never know. Laurel might be one that dies in that big Summer storyline. Here's hoping anyway.

I`ve been thinking the same thing for a while too.
What does she have to look forward to? Her best friend in Dubai, severing any friendship she had with Rhona at the nasty way she treated her - not to mention putting Leo in danger. Her Dad is furious with her, her husband not wanting a bar of her anymore, no job, estranged from Arthur, and Ashley in a new relationship of his own.
Laurel is her own worst enemy, and I don`t feel any sympathy for her.

[lansineva]

Roundup anyone please :)

[Perdita]

Over on Emmerdale, Rachel Breckle finds herself in a terrifying situation after she tries to get tough with Jai Sharma.

Rachel (Gemma Oaten) tries to lay down some new ground rules to Jai after Sam Dingle lets slip that the businessman kidnapped Charity last year.

In the aftermath of the revelation, Rachel is determined to confront Jai (Chris Bisson) over his awful actions, despite Sam's opinion that it should be left in the past.

While attending baby Amba's birthday party, Rachel refuses to leave Archie alone with Jai, insisting that their son isn't safe after what Jai did to Charity.

Not prepared to take this lying down, Jai forces Rachel to go to the factory with him by claiming that there's a problem there.

Once at the factory, Rachel uses her new-found knowledge as leverage, telling Jai that she wants full control of Archie's life. She even lies that she is prepared to sacrifice Sam if necessary, knowing that he also became involved in the kidnap drama.

However, when a composed Jai quickly turns the tables in revenge, Rachel is left trapped, alone and screaming…
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Jai and Rachel clash
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Jai and Rachel clash
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Jai takes his revenge
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Jai takes his revenge
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Jai shows no mercy as Rachel pleads
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Jai shows no mercy as Rachel pleads
Rachel is left alone and screaming
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Rachel is left alone and screaming

Emmerdale airs these scenes on Monday, May 21 at 7pm on ITV.

[Perdita]

Round-up:

Following Sam’s revelation, Rachel is determined to have it out with Jai. She tells him that she wants full control over Archie’s life, but Jai has the measure of her and scuppers her plan to take the boy and disappear. Robert tells Chas and Aaron that he is moving back in with Chrissie, but Aaron accuses him of being in denial about being gay. Back at Home Farm, Robert finds himself blackmailed by Lachlan, who wants his laptop back. Laurel is ostracised by the entire village and Marlon warns her to stay away until she is sober. One by one her friends refuse her money and when her bank card is declined as she tries to buy a bottle of vodka, she ends up in a nondescript bar where men start to buy her drinks. When Carly suggests to Bob that she buy David’s shop, he is delighted that she has decided to stay. When she is turned down by the bank, however, he suggests to an incredulous Brenda that they take out a loan and buy it for her. Meanwhile, Val and Pollard are puzzled by David’s refusal to make it to a new life in Portugal? Debbie tries to cover her concern when she sees Ross’s battered face as he explains that he has been bare-knuckle fighting to try to clear his debt to Charlie. Cain realises that something is up and issues a stern warning to both Pete and Ross. Betty returns and is dismayed that no one seems to care where she has been or when she was coming back. Realising how uncaring she has been, Victoria quickly arranges a surprise party in Betty’s honour – but it is Betty herself who is about to surprise everyone.

[Perdita]

Airs Monday, May 18 2015 at 19:00 BST on ITV

Sam is nervous as Rachel is determined to have it out with Jai today after Sam's recent revelation that Jai kidnapped Charity. Rachel refuses to leave Archie with Jai at Amba's party, insisting that he's not safe after what Jai did to Charity. Jai then forces Rachel to go to the factory with him, claiming there's a problem, but Sam is wary.

At the factory, Rachel tells Jai that she wants full control of Archie's life, lying that she is prepared to sacrifice Sam if necessary. However, a composed Jai takes Rachel by surprise and soon she is trapped, alone and screaming…

Over at The Woolpack, Robert tells Chas and Aaron that he is moving back in with Chrissie. Aaron tells Robert that he is in denial over being gay and insists another guy will come along in the future. At Home Farm, Lachlan and Chrissie are back after a counselling session. Lachlan blackmails Robert, wanting his laptop back. Will Robert find himself being manipulated by his stepson?

Meanwhile, Rakesh realises that he has overreacted when David tells him there is nothing between him and Priya. Later, Rakesh apologises to Priya for his jealousy and has more than one proposal for her.

Elsewhere, Alicia comments to Rakesh about how good Kirin is with Amba. David is envious of Rakesh's role in Amba's life.

Also today, Kerry complains about Dan obsessing over his business course but is irked when she is mocked by Brenda and Bernice. She later has an announcement to make.

Finally, Ross insists to Debbie that he managed to talk Charlie down. Cain is suspicious as he watches the pair talk and is intrigued to later clock Ross training hard.


Airs Tuesday, May 19 2015 at 19:00 BST on ITV

Sam is worried about Rachel's plan for them to disappear without telling anyone, wanting to say goodbye to his family. He goes against Rachel's wishes and confesses to Lisa and Zak that he and Rachel are secretly leaving with the kids.

It's not long before Lisa is knocking on Jai's door, and clever Jai soon scuppers their plan, leaving Rachel furious. Who will she take her anger out on?

Meanwhile, ousted Laurel continues to leave messages for friends and family, who continue to blank her. In the café, Ashley is worried for Laurel and is alarmed when Bernice reveals that she has been calling Gabby too. Marlon agrees to talk to her, but is determined that it's all he'll do. Marlon warns Laurel to stop hassling everyone, insisting that she has to prove she is a good mum by staying away until she's sober. Will Laurel take heed of his advice, or find another way to get to the children?

Elsewhere, Vanessa is awkward around Adam and Victoria. Adam covers to Victoria regarding why he hasn't seen her much lately. The pair head back to Keepers Cottage determined to spend some time together, but are caught off guard to find men loading Betty's things into a clearance van. What is going on?

Also today, Kerry is enthusiastic about the business course but Vanessa queries her motivation.


Airs Wednesday, May 20 2015 at 19:00 BST on ITV

Laurel is angry when her bank card is declined as she attempts to buy vodka from David's shop. She heads to confront Marlon, who insists that he will not fund her drinking. Laurel knocks plates out of his hands and pleads for money from those around her, but one by one they all refuse.

Laurel later finds herself in a bar, relying on men to buy her drinks. However, it soon becomes clear that it's a dangerous strategy as we see just how far Laurel is prepared to go to get her next fix. At the same time, Marlon prepares himself for a frank discussion with his now-absent wife.
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Laurel finds herself in a non descript bar, relying on men to buy her drinks.
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Laurel finds herself in a non descript bar

Meanwhile, furious Rachel blames Lisa for the fact that she now has to stay in the village. Jai tells Rachel they're going to re-register Archie, adding his name as the father. Jai enjoys mocking Sam for falling for his trap. Later, Sam covers for where he got his injury from and a guilty Rachel apologises to him for her actions.

Elsewhere, Carly notices the 'For Sale' sign go up at David's and asks to be shown around. Later, Alicia tells Bob that Carly is interested in buying the shop, but insists it's staying on the market until she gets the money. Bob is delighted as the news suggests Carly wants to stay. However, when Carly is refused a loan from the bank, her chances of securing the premises appear reduced.

Also today, Betty arrives home from her travels and is dismayed that no-one seemed to care where she was or that she was coming back. It appears Victoria hadn't even seen her emails.

Finally, Adam's behaviour leaves Victoria dejected.


Airs Thursday, May 21 2015 at 19:00 BST on ITV

Hour-long episode

Doug and Marlon worry about Laurel's whereabouts as she hasn't returned home all night. Laurel wakes up in unfamiliar surroundings and while she is initially dazed and confused, she is soon hit hard by reality - she has slept with a total stranger. Laurel makes an escape but it's not an easy negotiation.

Later, Harriet tells Marlon that she has called her police contacts and Laurel is now considered a missing person. When a shamed Laurel eventually arrives back in the village, she is quick to spin a web of lies. Just as it seems Marlon is ready to give things another go, an unwelcome guest arrives and it's not long before the ugly truth begins to unfold. Could this be the end of Laurel and Marlon?
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Laurel realises she's slept with a total stranger
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Laurel realises she's slept with a total stranger

Afterwards, Ashley spends time with Laurel and she finally makes a big admission...

Meanwhile, Brenda is incredulous when Bob suggests they should help Carly to buy David's shop by getting a loan themselves. Pollard and Alicia are also baffled when David refuses to accept any offer from Chrissie for the shop. Alicia realises it's because of Lachlan and is gutted that David has reacted like this.

The estate agent tells Alicia and David that they shouldn't pass up an opportunity to sell the shop, but David is determined not to give the Whites what they want. However, when Alicia goes to see Chrissie later, a plan is forged which could see Alicia, Chrissie and Carly all get exactly what they want. Or could it backfire in Alicia's face?

Elsewhere, Debbie covers her concern at Ross's battered face and is shocked when he tells her that he won Charlie some cash in a bare-knuckle fight and it's a way of repaying the debt. In a bid to put Ross off, Debbie takes him to see Zak, hoping his stories from his days as a fighter will help. Will her plan backfire? Later, Cain is not happy that Debbie seems to care so much about Ross, so he pulls Pete aside to give him a serious warning talk about ever becoming complacent with Debbie.


Airs Friday, May 22 2015 at 19:00 BST on ITV

Ashley is supportive of Laurel following her admission the previous day. He encourages her to attend an AA meeting, but Laurel is nervous. Later, Laurel admits to Rhona that she is an alcoholic, desperate for some words of reassurance from someone who has also been through addiction.

Later, Marlon asks Rakesh for recommendations for a divorce lawyer. When Ashley learns of Marlon's enquiries, he quickly puts it to Marlon that Laurel has made some positive steps, but her motivation is likely to dwindle without the support of her husband. Can Marlon find it in his heart to give Laurel one more chance?

Meanwhile, Pete tells Debbie about Cain's 'father of the bride' chat. Debbie visits Cain, irked that he is interfering and insisting that she doesn't have feelings for Ross. Later, Debbie is concerned when Charlie arrives at the garage and soon it's Ross who is concerned regarding his impending big fight.

Elsewhere, convinced of Ross's abilities, Zak is about to pawn jewellery - including Lisa's wedding ring- to put a bet on the fight as he is so sure that Ross will win.

Also today, Betty insists that Adam should make things up with Victoria, but will Victoria listen?

Finally, David confronts Carly and Chrissie, saying the sale is off. Will this be an end to Alicia and David's plan to move to Portugal?

[Perdita]

Over on Emmerdale, Laurel Dingle will betray her estranged husband Marlon when she goes home with a stranger she meets in a bar.

Laurel (Charlotte Bellamy) will stoop to a new low in a desperate bid to have a drink when her loved ones all refuse to help her.

With Marlon and the rest of the village residents taking the tough approach to stop Laurel drinking, she finds herself resorting to even lower measures.

Laurel is angry when her bank card is declined whilst attempting to buy vodka from David's shop and she immediately heads to confront Marlon, who remains firm that he won't fund her drinking habit.

An angry Laurel then knocks plates out of his hands and pleads for money from those around her, who all back Marlon up and refuse.
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Laurel chats to a man at the bar
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Laurel chats to a man at the bar

Desperate, Laurel later finds herself in bar where she relies on a man, who is clearly interested in her, to buy drinks.

However, just as Marlon prepares himself for a frank discussion with his absent wife, Laurel kisses the man she has met, before heading back to his house.

Laurel is horrified when she wakes up in the stranger's bed the next day, but will her latest actions force her to confront her problem?
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Laurel kisses a stranger
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Laurel kisses a stranger

Emmerdale airs these scenes on Wednesday, May 20 at 7pm on ITV.

[Serena Williams]

This laurel story is really annoying I cannot believe how much screentime she is getting. Aaron and robert do not even close to the sane amount of screentime.

[Perdita]

Emmerdale's Laurel Dingle has a public meltdown in tonight's episode (May 20) when she hits a new obstacle in her quest for a drink.

When Laurel (Charlotte Bellamy) tries to buy a bottle of vodka from the local shop, she is shocked to find that her debit card no longer works as Marlon has withdrawn all of the money from the account.

After a quick call to the bank confirms what Marlon (Mark Charnock) has done, Laurel storms into The Woolpack and angrily accuses her estranged husband of trying to starve her.

Once Laurel has given Marlon a piece of her mind in front of everyone, she resorts to another desperate tactic by begging each of her friends and neighbours for money. Will everyone stand firm when faced with Laurel's desperation?
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Laurel knocks plates out of Marlon's hands and pleads for money from those around her
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Laurel knocks plates out of Marlon's hands

Emmerdale airs tonight at 7pm on ITV.

[Perdita]

Emmerdale's residents have some making up to do in tonight's hour-long episode (May 21) as they rally round to show Betty Eagleton how much she really means to them.

Last night, viewers saw Betty (Paula Tilbrook) return to the village and get upset when it seemed that nobody cared she was back from her travels.

With Victoria Sugden (Isabel Hodgins) feeling particularly guilty, she decides to make amends by arranging a fancy dress party at The Woolpack in celebration of Betty's return.

Betty is touched by everyone's efforts, but as the afternoon progresses, she leaves everyone stunned with a surprise announcement which paves the way for her exit from the show...
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The villagers throw a party for Betty
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The villagers throw a party for Betty

Emmerdale airs tonight at 7pm on ITV.

[Cheetah]

I am wondering that too ...

I seem to remember her driving off with the fake Archie in the car - did something else happen in between?

[TaintedLove]

What was that green outfit Pearl was dressed in?

[Perdita]

Looked like a cucumber costume to me :p