EastEnders Spoilers Christmas Week 2014

[Perdita]

Secrets and lies have a habit of coming out in Walford, and this Christmas is no exception.

Since the Carters arrived in the square, the family have settled in to The Queen Victoria, but although Mick may think that everything is running smoothly for his family, he is unaware that a few of them are harbouring dark secrets of their own. Linda has been through the most traumatic experience of her life, raped by Mick's brother Dean. Worried what the truth will do to Mick and the repercussions it will have on their family, Linda has kept it to herself... But for how long?

Since Mick was born, Shirley has been burdened with the secret that she is not Mick's sister but his mother. A secret she has been desperate to keep hidden. But with all the family gathered for Christmas and a surprise appearance from Shirley's long lost mother Sylvie, will Shirley's shameful secret stay buried?

As Mick is pulling out all the stops to make the Carter family's first Christmas in The Queen Victoria perfect, it seems as though the rest of the family are desperately trying to keep their secrets, but with ticking time bomb Dean lurking, the Carters are set to explode.

Confirmed for BBC One on 25 December at 9.00pm to 10.05pm

[Perdita]

Danny Dyer has hinted that Mick Carter will go "nuclear" during the upcoming rape reveal on EastEnders.

Mick will find out that his wife Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) was sexually assaulted by Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo) as part of an explosive Christmas storyline.

The Carter family at Christmas
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Dyer told The Radio Times that viewers can expect an incredibly tense episode when the truth comes out.

He said: "The audience will know that the bomb is going to go off – but they'll be asking themselves: 'How big is that bomb going to be?' And, let me tell you, it's nuclear."

Dyer added that upcoming scenes will allow him to show "every bit of range" that he has as an actor.

"I'll put the question out there: how would you react if someone you loved was raped in your home by a person you'd been looking in the eye for the past three months?" he said.

"Whether you're a violent man or avoid violence at all costs, you are going to go insane.

"And I take insanity to a new level. Justice is served. Beautifully."

[Perdita]

Former EastEnders couple Ian and Jane Beale will reunite this Christmas.

The pair are currently living under the same roof again as friends, but as the festive season arrives on Albert Square, it becomes clear that Jane (Laurie Brett) still holds a torch for her ex.

Jane gives into her feelings when she finds out that Ian (Adam Woodyatt) has carried out an act of kindness and responds by spontaneously kissing him.

Still feeling torn afterwards, Jane seeks some advice from her ex Masood Ahmed as she isn't quite sure whether Ian can genuinely change his ways after their past problems.

When Masood offers some positive advice, it spurs Jane on to share another kiss with Ian under the mistletoe and they end up sleeping together.

While Jane doesn't regret her night with Ian, she makes it clear the next morning that she doesn't want anyone to know just yet. Despite this, Ian is on cloud nine and accidentally lets the news slip to Alfie Moon (Shane Richie), who immediately spreads the gossip all around the Square.

Jane isn't happy when she learns that everyone knows the truth, but an apologetic Alfie urges her not to be too harsh with Ian - pointing out that it proves how proud he must be to have her back. Will Jane take these words on board and make a fresh start with Ian?

Jane is angry at Ian for revealing their secret
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Jane is angry at Ian for revealing their secret

Alfie urges Jane to go easy on Ian
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Alfie urges Jane to go easy on Ian

Whatever happens, it's certain that Christmas won't be an entirely happy time for the Beales as they are soon rocked by an unwelcome discovery on December 25.

When Cindy (Mimi Keene) spots a suspicious present at home that has been addressed to Beth, she decides to open it and is horrified to find an eerie gift inside.

The discovery leads to a sombre atmosphere among the Beales as they try to figure out who on earth would put such a strange present under the tree and why. With Lucy's killer still on the loose, is someone playing with the Beales' emotions?

EastEnders airs these scenes during Christmas week on BBC One.

[Perdita]

Monday, 22nd Dec

Stacey is concerned after her visit from Linda and the landlady's obvious discomfort around Dean, but Linda tries to backtrack and assures her that nothing is wrong. Later there is a happy atmosphere for the Carters as Mick announces to everyone at The Vic that Linda is pregnant, but when Dean arrives, Stacey immediately notices that Linda's behaviour once again changes.

When Stacey goes upstairs to talk to Linda, she starts to confide in her about her own past ordeal. Affected by her words, Linda can only nod which confirms Stacey's suspicions that Dean raped her…

Meanwhile, Emma meets up with Bryant after he tells her that he has some new information to share with her. Later, Lauren gives Emma the envelope which has been posted through the Brannings' front door. When Emma opens it, she finds a USB stick which contains a video from the night Lucy was murdered. Will this help to find Lucy's killer?

Elsewhere, Jane has to run the café by herself as Ian has failed to turn up. When Ian finally arrives, she discovers that he has been delayed by an act of kindness and spontaneously kisses him. Does Jane still have feelings for Ian?

Also today, Dot returns home and is shocked to find Yvonne and Nick rekindling their romance!


Tuesday, 23rd Dec

Now that Stacey knows the truth, Linda is keen to talk about her ordeal. She once again speaks to Stacey, who urges her to tell Mick the truth. Although Linda wants to be honest with her partner, she is still wary as she wonders what it would do to their relationship. There is also an added distraction when Johnny makes an announcement that shocks his family. However, Linda eventually accepts that Mick does need to know the truth, so she informs Stacey that she is going to tell him.

At the same time, Dean is confused after being dumped by Stacey as he doesn't know what the reason is, but all becomes clear when he finds out that she has grown close to Linda. Wanting to regain control, Dean storms over to The Vic and orders Linda to stop 'lying' about him. Dean wants Linda to convince Stacey to give him another chance, but they are interrupted by Lee who wants to know what's going on. Dean then drops a bombshell in front of Lee…

Meanwhile, Emma shows Lauren the video footage that she has been given, leaving her shocked.

Elsewhere, Fatboy challenges Kush to kiss Shabnam by the end of the day. Kush later learns that Shabnam isn't allowing Tamwar and Masood to have a Christmas tree, so he decides to find a way to change her mind about embracing the spirit of the season.

Also today, Nick and Yvonne urge Dot not to tell Charlie that she caught them rekindling their romance. Yvonne insists that Nick will be leaving soon, so Charlie doesn't need to know.

Finally, Jane seeks some advice from Masood following her kiss with Ian. She isn't sure whether Ian can genuinely change, but Masood's view of the situation spurs her on to kiss Ian under the mistletoe.


Wednesday, 24th Dec

Christmas Eve has arrived on Albert Square, but it's a troubled time for the Carters as Lee and Nancy are shocked after Dean's bombshell. Further shaken by the latest drama, Linda tells Mick that Dean isn't welcome on Christmas Day.

Dean is further disappointed when Stacey orders him to stay away from her and Lily. He once again storms over to The Vic and confronts Linda, accusing her of 'lying' and warning that Mick will find out the truth if she doesn't retract her claims to Stacey. Linda agrees on the condition that Dean stays away from the Carter family and the pub from now on. Will their deal go ahead?

Dean threatens a terrified Linda with telling Mick if she doesn't talk to Stacey.
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Dean threatens a terrified Linda

Later, Mick tells Dean that he is going to propose to Linda tomorrow…

Meanwhile, Jane has spent the night with Ian but tells him that she doesn't want anyone to know just yet. Despite this, Ian lets the news slip to Alfie, who spreads the gossip around the Square. Jane isn't happy when she learns that everyone knows the truth, but an apologetic Alfie urges her not to be harsh with Ian - pointing out that it proves how proud he must be to have her back.

Elsewhere, the Walford community choir start their concert on the Square, but Ian gets annoyed when Phil turns up and tries to put him off.

Christmas Day

65-minute episode

Christmas Day gets off to a perfect start for the Carters as Linda gives Mick a special present. Mick also puts his own secret plans into action, asking Nancy to cover for him while he pops out. Stan and Cora enjoy a romantic moment of their own as he has transformed the barrel store into a winter wonderland for the two of them.

When Mick returns, Shirley and Aunt Babe are furious to find that he has brought Sylvie for dinner. How will the rest of the family react, and will this mean that Shirley's big secret is revealed?

Linda and Mick share a Christmas kiss.
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Linda and Mick share a Christmas kiss

Later, Mick makes the final preparations for his surprise proposal to Linda upstairs, but the day takes a turn for the worse when a drunken Dean arrives and threatens to drop another bombshell.

As Christmas continues for the Carters, secrets and lies are finally revealed and all hell breaks loose at the Queen Vic as Mick learns the truth. But how does he find out, what exactly does he know and how will he react? Whatever the answers, life for the Carters is about to explode.

Meanwhile, Cindy spots a suspicious present that has been addressed to Beth. She decides to open it and is horrified to find an eerie gift inside. The unwelcome discovery leads to a sombre atmosphere among the Beales as they try to figure out who on earth would put that gift under the tree and why.

Elsewhere, Charlie and Ronnie finally have the tickets and money ready to get rid of Nick, but will their plan work?


Boxing Day

The dramatic fallout continues for the Carters as more lies are exposed.

Meanwhile, the time has come for Nick to say goodbye to his family as Ronnie and Charlie hand over his ferry tickets and some cash. Dot is heartbroken to say goodbye to her son as Charlie prepares to drive him away. Will Nick go as planned?

[Perdita]

Stan Carter shows his romantic side on EastEnders this Christmas as he organises a special surprise for Cora Cross.

The Albert Square grandfather wants to show Cora how much she means to him once they have made amends and agreed to continue their relationship despite recent problems.

On Christmas morning, Stan (Timothy West) gets dressed to impress and shocks Cora by revealing that he has turned the Queen Vic's barrel store into a winter wonderland.

The festive setting is the perfect place for the couple to enjoy some time alone amid the chaos of the Carter family's first Christmas together at The Vic.

Stan and Cora (Ann Mitchell) enjoy a private dance in the revamped room, but the moment is bound to be poignant as they both know that this will be Stan's last Christmas due to his terminal illness.

Stan shows Cora her surprise
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Stan shows Cora her surprise

Stan and Cora dance.
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Stan and Cora dance

Cora enjoys Stan's company
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Cora enjoys Stan's company

EastEnders airs these scenes on Christmas Day at 9pm on BBC One.

[Perdita]

EastEnders pub landlord Mick Carter will plan to propose to his partner Linda this Christmas.

The Walford couple, seen below in a new festive promo shot, were childhood sweethearts but have never made their union official by tying the knot.

Kellie Bright and Danny Dyer as Linda and Mick Carter in EastEnders
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Linda and Mick Carter
As Christmas Eve arrives on Albert Square, Mick (Danny Dyer) decides that it's time to start planning a wedding and resolves to pop the question to Linda the following day.

The Vic's boss only shares his intentions with his 'nephew' Dean Wicks (Matt Di Angelo), still blissfully unaware that Dean raped Linda in October.

On Christmas Day itself, Mick also surprises the Carter family by bringing Shirley and Tina's mother Sylvie Carter (Linda Marlowe) along to dinner at the pub, which doesn't go down well with either Shirley or Aunt Babe.

Despite the tension sparked by his actions, Mick concentrates on making the final preparations for his proposal - not realising that his family are about to face the Christmas from hell.

With certain elements of the Christmas episode still shrouded in mystery, viewers will have to wait and see whether Linda's rape is revealed on December 25.

Fans are also on tenterhooks to find out whether Shirley being Mick's real mother is also exposed in the festive special.

A show insider teased: "The day takes a turn for the worse when a drunken Dean arrives and threatens to drop a bombshell.

"As Christmas continues for the Carters, secrets and lies are finally revealed and all hell breaks loose at the Queen Vic as Mick learns the truth. But how does he find out, what exactly does he know and how will he react? Whatever the answers, life for the Carters is about to explode."

EastEnders airs a 65-minute episode on Christmas Day from 9pm on BBC One.

[Perdita]

EastEnders bosses have released a new picture showing the moment that the Beale family's Christmas takes an eerie turn.

The festive season will be difficult for the Beales this year as they have to experience their first Christmas without Lucy following her tragic death in April.

Ian and his troubled family will also have to deal with some dramatic developments in the murder case, which is now heating up as the mystery draws closer to its long-awaited conclusion.

On Christmas Day itself, Cindy (Mimi Keene) is surprised to spot a suspicious present among the other gifts underneath the Beales' tree.

As the package is addressed to Beth, Cindy decides to open it herself and is horrified to find an eerie gift inside.

The unwelcome discovery leads to a sombre atmosphere among the Beales as they try to figure out who on earth would put this gift under the tree and why. Have the Beales been sent a message from Lucy's killer?

Cindy makes a strange discovery
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Cindy makes a strange discovery

EastEnders airs these scenes on Christmas Day at 9pm on BBC One.

[tammyy2j]

Dean will probably say Linda slept with him and the baby is his before Linda can tell Mick about the rape

[lizann]

jane is an idiot to take ian back

[Glen1]

Dean will probably say Linda slept with him and the baby is his before Linda can tell Mick about the rape

If this is the case shame on Mick if he were to believe Dean over Linda.....