Their relationship was a typical portrayal of unrequited love on Tiffany's side and was fraught with tragedy and drama. 9 days ago. [4] Ferguson altered the way the episodes were produced, changed the way the storylines were conceptualised and introduced a far greater amount of location work than had previously been seen. Doug Allen is a pretty good actor, im not sure if it was always his arc to turn into a villain and leave as on wkipedia it says he got axed because he couldnt remember his lines (not sure how true that is). It soon transpires a week later that Grant has survived, and he leaves the country with both Courtney and the stolen money to Rio de Janeiro. Alistair of all people tries to stop Ted from hurting Robbie. [7][8] Callers to Radio Ulster's Talkback programme and Gerry Ryan's morning talk show on RT radio, demanded that the scriptwriters be sacked. He puts Sharon's boss Eddie Royle (Michael Melia), the landlord of The Queen Victoria public house, in hospital after he makes a pass at Sharon; he later becomes prime suspect for Royle's murder, but is proved not guilty when the killer is revealed to be Nick Cotton (John Altman), the well established local villain who eventually owns up to the crime but is found not guilty in court. It is going to be fireworks from the start."[22]. Subscribe Like Comment -----#funny #memes #meme #explorepage #bhfyp #youtube #games #boxing #years #loganpaul #logang #ksi #sidemen #miniminter #ksiv. [8][9] The Irish Embassy in London said, "[EastEnders] has caused a great deal of upset and annoyance in the country [Ireland] and with Irish people in Britain." Mick battled to save Linda - who had trapped her ankle - as they began to drown below deck. Follow. [4] Two major new characters, the Mitchell brothers, made their first appearance in February 1990. The episodes involved the Fowler and Beale family travelling from London to Ireland to meet their long-lost relatives. [45] Additionally, the show was criticised for turning the brothers into a comical farce by incorporating uncharacteristic humour into their dialect, which was described as "cringeworthy. Throughout the course of his 1990s duration, Grant established himself as one of the show's most prominent characters. When Pauline and her family leave, taking Mary with them, she begs Maggie to leave Sean and return to Walford with her, but Maggie decides to stay and look after her vast family. "[7][8] His colleague, John Lahiffe, added: "I am dismayed by the mischievous nature of it. Welcome to the Digital Spy forums. Sharon decides to go to the police and finds Grant outside the police station as a result of being drunk and disorderly. Sharon then calls Grant in Portugal, leaving a voicemail saying that his family needs him. . [4], Following a relatively unsuccessful inclination towards comedic storylines throughout 1989, Ferguson decided to take the soap in a new direction in 1990. For other inquiries, Contact Us. She returns briefly to enact revenge making Grant realise that he is still in love with her, he chooses to be with Sharon over his family. Those making an appearance included Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean), Kathy Beale (Gillian Taylforth) and Pete Beale (Peter Dean) to name a few. When the Fowlers go to Ireland to meet their relatives, Mary is a teenager in trouble. Ra. Want up-to-the-minute soaps news, spoilers and gossip on your social feeds? He comments "Three of the strongest characters that have ever been in EastEnders are the Mitchell brothers and Sharon when we actually blew that story it was incredible being able to reach that many people with your work is what makes EastEnders exciting. Writer of Sharongate, Tony Jordan, has stated that of all the storylines he has penned for the soap, Sharongate is the one he is most proud of. The BBC and the programme makers were heavily criticised for the stereotypical way they portrayed Irish people. In May 2016, Peggy returns to Albert Square following a diagnosis of terminal cancer. It is outrageous and untrue to portray us like that. Classic Eastenders (14th August 1997) MDTVS. When Courtney tells Grant that Sharon wanted to meet him, he goes to see Sharon and declares his love to her, but she is not interested. Mary finds a good friend in her cousin Mark (Todd Carty), and decides to move Walford, and their relationship improves over time. Classic Eastenders (28th August 1997) MDTVS. 27:31. Classic Eastenders (7th August 1997) MDTVS. Pauline and various members of the Fowler and Beale family travel to Ireland to reunite with their long-lost relatives in a special week of episodes. Pauline gets Sean drunk until he falls asleep and then helps Maggie pack Mary's clothes. Main Characters Grant Mitchell first arrived in Albert Square in February 1990 with his older brother Phil (Steve McFadden), and the pair become co-owners of the local garage, The Arches. Big changes were implemented both off-screen and on-screen. He was portrayed as a tough persona, wildly known for his fiery temper and his tendency to resort to violence. [25] Of his return, Kemp commented, "When I was approached about returning to EastEnders for Barbara's final episodes, it was something I could not turn down. Although she has a level head on her shoulders, she is having an affair with an older married man, Gerry McCrae (Simon O'Gorman). The episode featured the faces of well-known characters when they were a little fresher. With Sharon and Michelle both gone, he goes on to marry the much younger Tiffany Raymond (Martine McCutcheon), who soon becomes pregnant although it is unclear whether he or Tiffany's ex-partner Tony (Mark Homer) is the father of her child. Browse more videos . On the Buses S01E03 Olive takes a trip. An archived recording of his voice was heard on 25 January 2022. Her first appearance was in a special week of episodes set in Ireland, first broadcast in 1997. "[4] Clark Pullen added, "I was expecting the cast to be luvvies but they were all brilliant real grafters and totally down to earth. On the Buses S01E02 The new conductor. First Broadcast [25] His return coincided with Windsor's final appearance as Grant's mother Peggy. "[21], After nearly six years away, Kemp was lured back to EastEnders for a fixed period in order to reunite the Mitchell family on-screen. EastEnders (TV Series 1985-2023) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Classic Eastenders (29th August 1997) MDTVS. There is nothing better than watching TV for entertainment at any age. Grant had returned to civilian life in London having been a paratrooper in the Army, which included serving in the Falklands War at the age of 19. I went down to get the paper and some bread and I was accosted. Episodes Directed by "[7] Ted Barrington, Ireland's ambassador to the UK, described the portrayal of Ireland as an "unrepresentative caricature", stating he was worried by the negative stereotypes and the images of drunkenness, backwardness and isolation. In an interview with The Hollywood Reporter, Stallone even . 1997wasEastEnders' thirteenthyear of production. Births However he is not completely without showing rare signs of compassion. [3] They were filmed over a period of two weeks in July and August 1997, and were broadcast on 22, 23 and 25 September 1997. Grants high-profile return, which aired in October 2005, proved to be a ratings success. In the three episodes, Pauline is accompanied by her sons Mark Fowler (Todd Carty) and Martin Fowler (James Alexandrou), Mark's wife Ruth Fowler (Caroline Paterson), nephew Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt) and his daughter Lucy Beale (Casey Anne Rothery). Episdes Written by Watch fullscreen. Even though he is of aware of the potential repercussions, Eamonn informs his father that his niece Mary (Melanie Clark Pullen) has been having an affair with a married man, and Sean is furious. When the Fowlers go to Ireland to meet their relatives, Mary is a teenager in trouble. Classic Eastenders (27th August 1997) MDTVS. Hi Simon, unfortunately, weve now discovered that episode 85 is a missing episode this means that the BBC are unable to supply it, it may have been accidentally wiped or lost. Grant was also reunited with Phil, Sharon and Kathy. Library. She then confesses to him that she no longer loves him, before returning to the US, leaving Grant heartbroken. View our online Press Pack. 22 million viewers tuned in to see Grant and Tiffany's final clash on New Year's Eve 1998. Check out Roy's epic burn against Nathan here after the 5 minute mark: That's a rather good line. Grant telephones Courtney to ask to stay with her but she refuses. Grant returns to the square soon after and walks in on Phil and Peggy. Grant and Carla resume their relationship, but Carla's ex-partner Ray (David Kennedy) soon arrives to retrieve 12,000 that Carla has stolen from him. Classic Eastenders (17th April 1997) MDTVS. They were all very supportive as well and made me feel right at home. Sharon tells him the reasons Michelle did not want him involved and Grant agrees that Mark would be better off not knowing, but Jane convinces Grant otherwise, so Grant offers to take Mark for a drink. Michelle has a volatile relationship with Grant but, following Sharon's exit, falls pregnant following a one-night stand with him and then flees to the US without telling Grant that he is to be a father. When Grant's nephew Ben Mitchell (Harry Reid) goes missing and Phil is reluctant to get the police involved, Sharon contacts Grant for help, but Courtney (now played by Alice Nokes) meets Sharon instead; Grant has not seen the messages. Grant returns to Portugal, and Sharon has to call him about Peggy having killed herself. Writers [4] They included Maggie Flaherty, played by Olivia Shanley, son Conor (Sean Gleeson) and his headstrong daughter Mary (Melanie Clark Pullen). The brothers eventually beat Johnny at his nightclub office in order to get the tape, which is promptly delivered to the police; as a result, Sam is released from prison and Chrissie is arrested for Den's murder. Were very sorry we cant bring it to you as wed planned to. In 1997, the BBC soap opera EastEnders broadcast three singular transmissions that were filmed on location in Dublin, Ireland.The episodes involved the Fowler and Beale family travelling from London to Ireland to meet their long-lost relatives. Shortly after, his estranged Brazilian wife, Carla (Christianne Oliveira), shows up in Walford. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. When some viewers reported the missing episode, the Drama Channel responded with an explanation. Colette Flaherty, portrayed by Shiona Redmond, is the eldest daughter of Eamonn and Brenda Flaherty. Grant often displayed laddish, thrill-seeking behaviour; drinking, chasing women, clubbing, gambling and living off of his wits. 25:39. 28:38. In 1997, EastEnders aired a storyline in which the character Pauline Fowler (Wendy Richard) discovers that she has a long-lost sister, Maggie Flaherty (Olivia Shanley). All Rights Reserved. After quitting his job at the newly reopened Scarlet nightclub, currently owed by Jake following Johnny's imprisonment, Grant leaves the country again with Courtney for a new life in Portugal. In the latter part of 1989 EastEnders executive producer Michael Ferguson, had taken over from Mike Gibbon. Bronze Member. He joined the group in Blackpool, is this when an ex girlfriend of Lenny tells him she might have an STI and he has to contact all of his conquests including Bianca. Phil and Grant Mitchell went on to become major long-term characters, rooted firmly at the heart of the series. It was very laddish (1996/7 was peak Lad Culture after all) but very funny. ? Richie Taylor of the Daily Mirror said "It will be a huge break for Melanie, 23, who finished college only earlier this year and will make her screen debut in the series. The job is initially successful, but is quickly grows obstructive when Phil finds out that Grant had slept his ex-wife Kathy before doing the job. Log in. Guest Characters Watch fullscreen. In 2011, Kemp told Radio Times that he has no plans to return to EastEnders: "I enjoy the fact that I've far more control over my destiny than I ever had when acting. He was often portrayed as arrogant and egotistical, with an inflated opinion of his own importance. MDTVS. Gerry McCrae is the shopkeeper in Kilmoneen, the Irish village where the Flaherty family live. Good God, it's stomach-churning watching Ian smile ravenously in the chippy as he kisses Janine after she teases him about his domination tendencies. After all, he did give Stacy (Andrea Savage) $1 million in the finale. Ross Kemp was chosen to play Grant. Phil MitchellGrant Mitchell [7] Because of this, he attracted many women, despite the fact that he often treated them as possessions, disregarding their feelings and eliciting exaggerated revenge should they cross him (resulting in spousal abuse and the destruction of all three of his marriages). Classic Eastenders (19th August 1997) MDTVS. One of EastEnders' most popular and highly rated storylines was "Sharongate", where Grant discovers that his wife Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean) has been having an affair with his brother. Horrible, horrible man. Sean Flaherty, portrayed by Pat Laffin, is first seen as a lecherous drunk in a pub in the Irish village of Kilmoneen. [5] For the latter two characters, Conor and Mary, the Ireland episodes were only the beginning of their stint in EastEnders. [5] While Grant liked to think of himself as indestructible, he at many times showed emotional vulnerability and a need to be mothered. Former jockey and TV presenter Declan Murphy said, "It's wrong and disgraceful when writers portray everyone from Ireland as backward drunks. Pets Just hit 'Like' on our Digital Spy Soaps Facebook page and 'Follow' on our @soapscoop Twitter account. After marching them into the forest for execution, Danny prepares to kill Grant; however, the brothers are saved when Jake appears and shoots Danny accidentally killing him. All trademarks are property of their respective owners in the US and other countries. Soon afterwards, Kemp departed the role again on 9 June 2006. ? Contents 1 Neelam Kapoor 2 Courtney Mitchell 3 Polly Becker 4 Alex Healy 5 Annie Palmer 6 Vanessa Carlton 7 Lorna Cartwright 8 Irene Raymond It's been 35 years since EastEnders first debuted on screens. You can also watch that awful scene where Bobby killed his own sister Lucy. Both actors worked well and convincingly together and both shared similar physical characteristics, such as short cropped hair and a "round, open face" facial characteristics also shared by Danniella Westbrook, who was chosen to play their sister Samantha partly because of this (Westbrook was later recast, with Kim Medcalf taking over).[5]. Classic Eastenders (17th April 1997) Report. 27:31. Tiffany attempts to snatch Courtney, but is hit by a car driven by Grant's stepfather Frank Butcher (Mike Reid); she dies seconds later as the clock struck midnight. He initially has very few storylines, but he is chosen to be the best man at Terry Raymond (Gavin Richards)'s wedding (which is later called off).He has a crush on April Branning (Debbie Arnold) but no relationship ever develops between them.Then there is the arrival of his teenage son Matthew (Joe . Linda and Mick have organised a boat party to celebrate winning the Pub of the Year contest, but disaster struck when the boat hit an obstacle and began to sink. The problem is, Stallone is unlikely to want to give Dwight such treatment. 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Barbara is a very close friend so when I learned of the storyline, it felt right that the Mitchell brothers are reunited with their mother for the last time. She grows attracted to his machismo, and soon their flirting progresses into a relationship. Aperu: Romances are rocky in Albert Square: Lisa makes a final decision about her career and Sam is worried about her one-night stand. [41], Although popular with many viewers, the character has garnered criticism, mainly regarding the way his anti-social behaviour is sensationalised by the programme makers. Despite his hot-headed tendencies, Sharon sees a different side to Grant, and when he proposes marriage to her, she accepts on the condition that he buys her childhood home, The Queen Vic, which he does. Despite this, however, his family is important to him particularly his relationship with his older brother Phil (Steve McFadden). [5] Despite the brothers' closeness, rivalry between them was sometimes evident. It was a real baptism of fire and quite unnerving. Old-school fans were excited when UKTV revealed that the early shenanigans from Albert Square would be returning to TV screens in time for summer. Much too unsuitable for daytime viewing surely. Browse more videos. Old-school fans were excited when UKTV revealed that the early shenanigans from Albert Square would be returning to TV screens in time for summer, but audiences were left disappointed on Friday (October 12) when episode 97 was seemingly skipped. 17th April - Ricky Butcher and Bianca Jackson get married. NOTE: Please do not add content from the BBC iPlayer's early episodes until it has been aired on television, as it is intrusive to our readers who may not have seen the episode on iPlayer. Her father is Conor (Sen Gleeson), but she doesn't get on with him. 27:14. [10], One of the most notable and popular early storylines involving Grant was a love triangle between him, his brother and his wife Sharon (played by Letitia Dean). The episodes were badly received by viewers and heavily criticised in the media. 162 Mark also works out who Grant is, but Sharon convinces him he is better off with his adoptive father Tim. Whilst in Ireland, Maggie's lecherous husband Sean (Pat Laffin) flirts with Pauline, and is abusive to his granddaughter, Mary (Melanie Clark Pullen). Easter Monday was March 31st in 1997. Grant showed impulsive behaviour, a disregard for social rules and an indifference to the feelings of others, particularly the women in his life. Eamonn is witness to the first kiss between his sister Colette and Martin Fowler (James Alexandrou), when they go to collect him from choir practice. Really looking forward to watching Rickys Stag Night again. [1] Melanie Clark Pullen secured the role and made her first appearance on 22 September 1997. Directors This impact heightens in 1999 when Grant goes into partnership with Phil's new enemy Steve Owen (Martin Kemp), and they end up having a feud which ends with Grant punching Steve after getting annoyed with his disrespectful attitude towards him. Instead of wasting all their time on this ridiculous ending they could have made it a heart-wrenching farewell"[44], There were mixed reviews for the highly publicised storyline (dubbed "Get Johnny Week") involving the Mitchell brothers reunion in 2006. Classic Eastenders (28th April 1997) Report. He knows the Flahertys and mediates between them and the Fowlers when they get into arguments. After a brief fling with Julie Cooper (Louise Plowright) and getting involved in various dodgy deals, Grant starts wooing the local barmaid, Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean). [1] There were hints that the character would move to Albert Square in the future, which is what ultimately happened. Broadcaster Gerry Kelly labelled the episodes racist, and an unmitigated disaster. ? He was named 'Best Actor' at the 1999 and 2006 British Soap Awards,[35][36] as well as the 1998 TV Quick and TV Choice Awards. So he is playing games. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Library. Courtney is angry with Grant when he stops her kissing Mark. Johnny later orders Danny to kill the brothers and bury them in the woods. 6 days ago. Oct 08, 2017 #7. Grant then meets Belinda again and they go to her home for sex but are interrupted by her family. Browse more videos. Browse more videos. A year later, in 1998, BBC chairman Christopher Bland admitted that as result of the Irish-set EastEnders episodes, the station failed in its pledge to represent all groups accurately and avoid reinforcing prejudice.[13]. Old-school fans were excited when UKTV revealed that the early shenanigans from Albert . This channel is 100% unofficial and is not affiliated with the BBC, EastEnders or Drama channel in any . Sharon is ready to turn him down in front of a packed pub and his family; however, in the end, she cannot go through with it, and stops him from publicly proposing before he humiliates himself. The BBC was inundated with complaints from angry viewers from Ireland for negative stereotyping, portraying Irish people as "dirty, rude, and drunk". After a heart to heart, Grant realizes that Mark would be better off not knowing and decides to return to Portugal after seeing Phil. [29], The character of Grant Mitchell has been hailed as "one of the most iconic and popular in the history of soap". Laura and Nita . Read more news, spoilers and gossip on our EastEnders homepage. Irish people can laugh at themselves but, the point is, this is one of the most popular programmes on British television, and it decided to present an image of Ireland that conforms to old-fashioned negative stereotypes. The episode in which Phil betrayed his brother with Sharon occurred in September 1992 in one of the soap's notorious three-handers. 24. Grant's poor treatment of Tiffany included physical and emotional abuse and two affairs, one of which was with her mother Louise (played by Carol Harrison) and the other with Lorraine Wicks (played by Jacqueline Leonard). "[34], Following Grant's third departure in September 2016, Kemp revealed that he did not think he would ever go back to EastEnders again but even so, he refused to rule out a return. [18], On 24 March 1999, it was reported that Kemp had decided to leave EastEnders after almost ten years of playing Grant. 27:31. pisode 10. She was adopted by the Medeemey family. Nigel speaking French being a particular highlight. [34] Their return was voted as one of the Golden TV Moments of 2005 in a BBC poll. [4], The episodes were not well received by viewers or the media. He mocked the episode's stunts, commenting: "There are so many post-watershed dramas on TV that do these kind of scenes properly that Phil and Grant ended up looking like two little kids playing on a building site. They are then divorced and do not see each other for more than 10 years after this. 2,043 2,869. Grant then went on to embark on a second marriage with local barmaid Tiffany Raymond (Martine McCutcheon), up to the point where she gave birth to their daughter Courtney. [42], In addition, the character's predisposition to violence has allegedly been criticised by actor Ross Kemp. Using these TV quiz questions, you can learn more about what shows your friends like to watch and put that knowledge to the test. While he has calmed down in recent years, Grant is still feared by people in and around Walford. Complete the theme tune: You can count on us, we're the____! This resulted in Dennis beating up Johnny, who then ordered Jake's brother Danny (Jake Maskall) his henchman to kill Dennis. Their efforts quickly falter by Grant arguing with Phil about the situation he has put them in, all the while Phil demands Grant to maintain their course against Johnny who uses this opportunity to capture the brothers. As they attempt to flee from the oncoming police, Phil pulls out a gun and shoots the steering wheel in their getaway car causing Grant to plunge the car into the River Thames. Repeated intentional offences of this rule could lead to a ban, Many thanks the EastEnders Wiki admin team. 1998 was EastEnders' fourteenth year of production. [4] Things finally came to a head in 1994 with some of EastEnders' most popular and renowned episodes, which have been dubbed "Sharongate". He was introduced by producer Michael Ferguson to revamp the show, and originally served as one of the show's leading protagonists throughout the 1990s; with the character first appearing in 22 February 1990 and then departing on 25 October 1999 after Kemp had opted to leave the show. DIGITAL SPY, PART OF THE HEARST UK ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK. Phil initially insists he does not need Grant's help but then accepts it. Mark (Todd Carty) gets out of the car and punches Sean in the groin, and they speed off in the car, leaving Sean doubled over in pain.[15]. On the eve of 2006 commencing, Dennis learned from Phil about the threat Johnny made to Sharon as well as being told that Johnny killed his best-friend and Sam's ex-husband, Andy Hunter (Michael Higgs), on the same night Chrissie killed Den. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. I didn't know my way around, but everyone knew me. Mary is the granddaughter of Maggie Flaherty (Olivia Shanley), Pauline Fowler's (Wendy Richard) long-lost sister. Classic Eastenders (23rd January 1997) MDTVS. Grant returns to Walford with Phil to exonerate their younger sister, Sam (Kim Medcalf), for the murder of her ex-boss and Sharon's adopted father Den Watts (Leslie Grantham). Of the two brothers Grant was the more volatile, but both had a sense of physical danger about them, and both displayed stereotypical masculinity, thuggish behaviour and a tendency to resolve problems through violence. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Pauline and her family try to find Maggie, and when they do, they visit her in Kilmoneen, Ireland. She begs Pauline to take Mary back to Walford with her. Classic EastEnders episode discussion: 2002. Her grown up family send a wreath to Pauline's funeral in 2006 and Maggie herself sends flowers and a condolence message to her nephew Ian Beale (Adam Woodyatt), when his daughter Lucy (Hetti Bywater) dies in 2014. EastEnders Classics Archive - Complete 1985 Megapack I have loads of old Eastenders episodes if you are looking for any. 27:12. Classic Eastenders (14th January 1997) MDTVS. Prime Plus Episodes HD. An example of this was that he was one of the few people who offered support to Mark Fowler when he was isolated by the rest of Albert Square (led ironically by Grant's mother, Peggy), because of his HIV illness. Episodes Espaol - Latinoamrica (Spanish - Latin America), http://num.constructionrepair.ru/article/2400, http://sseudua.jottit.com/the_beatles_%E2%80%93_twist_and_shout, http://tobkwcp.fo.ru/wiki/198320_%D0%9E%D0%B1%D1%89%D0%B8%D0%B5/563358_CAZZETTE+Beam+Me+Up, http://apncolombia.com/index.php?option=com_easyblog&view=entry&id=7059&Itemid=232, http://www.boston.com/community/forums/your-town-metro-boston/general/general/the-mockingjay-part-1/140/8236019. "[43], Grant and Phil's brotherly confrontation marking Grant's initial exit in 1999 was panned by critics. Grant took great pride in being a Mitchell, his late father had a local reputation as a boxer. Just watched today's episode where Nathan leaves and the Drama Channel CUT OUT THE BEST LINE! Jane Harris 27:32. Mark gets in Grant's car to help him, and they find Ben and Grant scares off the men. Doof Doofs Grant accuses Phil of killing Peggy and asks for his money back, but Phil does not have it. 27:12. 0. kitkat1971 Posts: 36,874. . Grant goes to The Queen Vic where he flirts with Belinda Peacock (Carli Norris). Eamonn is unwelcoming to his long-lost relatives, and extremely loyal to his drunken father. And now fans of the BBC One soap can take a trip down memory lane and binge-watch old episodes courtesy of Drama. He confronts Grant after the job and Grant admits he did it in revenge for Phils affair with Sharon. Classic Eastenders (14th January 1997) Report. Browse more videos. As time goes on, Grant begins flirting with Jane Collins (Laurie Brett) the girlfriend of Kathy's son Ian (Adam Woodyatt) after seducing her. ??????? 27:58. Kemp was persuaded to return to the role for brief stints during a period of heavy media criticism aimed at EastEnders. Browse more videos. 27:30. EastEnders 27th May 2021 | EastEnders 27-5-2021 | EastEnders Thursday 27th May 2021. 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