Hollyoaks killer Will Savage has made a shock return to the soap.
James Atherton's villainous character reappeared in the post-credits scene of Tuesday's E4 first look episode (December 23), writing a letter to his father Dirk to ask for a visit ahead of his upcoming appeal.
Show bosses did not officially announce Will's return before transmission to ensure that fans were surprised by the twist, which aired in the show's hour-long Christmas special.
James Atherton as Will Savage in Hollyoaks
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James Atherton as Will Savage
Digital Spy can confirm that Will has returned to the show as a guest, but fans can expect him to feature in dramatic scenes next year.
With Will's appeal imminent, viewers will have to wait and see whether he manages to secure his freedom and whether he will play any role in his brother Dodger's exit storyline.
The character's reputation for dark deeds will also no doubt have fans wondering what trouble he may cause this time around.
Atherton appeared in the role of Will for over two years between April 2011 and November 2013.
His exit plot saw him locked away after finally being caught out for the murders of his wife Texas Longford and his mother Anna Blake.
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