EastEnders hostage horror as Theo takes action, Lauren from Corrie strikes, Emmerdale’s Lydia goes through a devastating ordeal while Hollyoaks’ Charlie contemplates taking his own life (Picture: BBC / ITV / Lime Pictures)Check out Metro.co.uk’s weekly sneak peek at what’s coming up in the world of soap with brand new spoilers up for grabs, and next week promises to be an emotional rollercoaster across all four soap operas, with trauma, heartbreak, and devastation in store.
EastEnders continues to impress with another must-see week for the BBC One soap as the stalker storyline reaches its conclusion, with sinister Theo revealing his true self and kidnapping Stacey Slater.
As if that wasn’t enough for Stacey to handle, her daughter Lily goes into labor while she remains trapped in the kitchen with the sinister teacher!
Hollyoaks is equally gripping, with troubled Charlie Dean heading to the beach and contemplating suicide.
Over in Emmerdale, Lydia Dingle is raped by her childhood ex Craig in a hard-hitting plot for the ITV soap, which was announced last week, leaving the much-beloved matriarch devastated.
Coronation Street sees Lauren Bolton heartbroken as her feelings for Max Turner continue, despite his relationship with Sabrina, and she takes drastic action as a result.
We’ve selected a few of the biggest moments from next week for a sneak peek, with a more detailed guide coming on Friday (September 1) in our weekend edition, so be sure to check back for that.
EastEnders
Stacey is taken captive by Theo – just as Lily goes into labor! (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron)Theo believes he can take his relationship with Stacey to the next level as he celebrates his new job. Little does he know, Martin and Eve have discovered that he is Stacey’s stalker after receiving new information. Martin tries to contact Stacey, but Theo intercepts his calls and, realizing his time is up, the twisted stalker reveals everything to a shocked Stacey, who tries her best to get him out of the house.
Meanwhile, Lily is shocked when her water breaks! Jean comes home to find her granddaughter in labor, and with the ambulance delayed, everyone prepares for Lily to give birth at home. Stacey goes to the kitchen to get some towels, but to her horror, Theo is back inside – and he’s not happy!
Gina and Anna are not quick to forgive their mother Cindy (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron)Gina sets out to reconcile with Gina, who is uninterested and humiliates her mother at The Vic. Ian reassures Cindy, promising her a new business venture to win over her daughters, while Peter convinces his father to make amends with Kathy. However, Ian soon focuses on business again and invites Nish Panesar to lunch.
Callum worries about Ben (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron)Ben struggles on Lexi’s first day of secondary school and goes to the Vic to drown his sorrows until Callum calls him home to comfort his daughter. Ben encourages Lexi to open up, while Callum is concerned about Ben, who insists that he’s fine.
Coronation Street
Cassie’s life hangs in the balance (Picture: ITV)Cassie thanks Kevin for giving her a chance as she prepares to start at the garage, but drug dealer Dean shows up demanding money. Cassie promises to pay by the end of the day and tells him to leave, but Abi recognizes Dean and becomes suspicious. Later, Cassie refuses to go to lunch, pretending she’s waiting for a customer, but Abi knows what’s really going on when she catches Cassie stealing from the petty cash!
Tyrone struggles to find time to get Ruby new boots before her party, so he gives Cassie the money instead, much to Evelyn’s dismay. Cassie meets with Dean to buy drugs, and when Ty finds out what happened, he finds Cassie on the sidewalk after overdosing. Will she survive?
Lauren takes drastic action as her jealousy grows (Picture: ITV)Lauren is devastated as Max spends more time with Sabrina. The café worker decides to provoke Sabrina by pretending she and Max are a couple, much to Max’s dismay. Lauren lashes out and trashes the salon, with Max promising to cover for her. But things quickly spiral out of control, and a police officer arrests Lauren on suspicion of criminal damage.
Henry reveals his true feelings for Gemma (Picture: ITV)Henry Newton tricks Gemma into meeting him at a hotel bar under the pretense of a business meeting. He reveals that there is no meeting and confesses his love for her, insisting they spend the rest of their lives together.
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Emmerdale
Lydia is raped by Craig (Picture: ITV)Craig wants to talk about their shared past with Lydia, who offers to take him to their baby’s final resting place. As they reflect on their life, they imagine what could have been.
However, the storyline takes a dark turn with upsetting scenes. Lydia struggles after a near-kiss, snapping at Kim before quitting and handing in her resignation. Craig tries to talk her out of it but then reveals his true feelings, terrifying Lydia. He forcefully assaults her, leaving her devastated. Lydia sobs, returns home, goes straight to the shower, and hides the clothes she was wearing, determined to keep the trauma a secret.
Tom is left injured after an attack (Picture: ITV)Belle feels insecure when Tom considers leaving the village. Tom gives Dawn a ride in his new car, causing Belle to worry they have chemistry. But things take a shocking turn when Tom is confronted by a criminal who demands his car keys, and another attacker steals his car.
The Dingles finally come together (Picture: ITV)Caleb suggests turning the driving enterprise into a shared business for Cain, Nicky, and Nate. Nate finds the proposal intriguing. Cain is initially against it, but the ice starts to thaw between the warring siblings, and Caleb is eventually welcomed into the family with a celebratory drink from the Dingle welly. Who doesn’t love a happy ending, eh?
Hollyoaks
Charlie heads to the beach (Picture: Lime Pictures)Charlie’s worries and anxieties become overwhelming, and after several panic attacks, he heads to the beach, leaving his loved ones extremely concerned. He sends them a picture of his location.
In emotional scenes, he attempts to take his own life in the sea (Picture: Lime Pictures)Darren springs into action, determined to find Charlie before it’s too late. Meanwhile, Charlie reminisces about happier times with Darren as he walks toward the sea.
Hunter is questioned by the police about his relationship with Freya (Picture: Lime Pictures)Hunter is worried about a video circulating at school and confides in Beau. Beau encourages him to talk to Carter Shepherd, the new headteacher. Unbeknownst to Hunter, Carter is Freya’s father. When he discovers this, Carter is shocked and reports Hunter to the police. DS Zoe arrives at the school.
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Freddie feels guilty in EastEnders (Picture: BBC / Jack Barnes / Kieron McCarron)
Peter makes amends with Anna and Gina in EastEnders
Dee-Dee is accompanied by the duty solicitor in Coronation Street
Charles quickly leaves in Emmerdale
Rayne targets Lizzie in Hollyoaks
Freddie is plagued by guilt in EastEnders
Aadi is torn in Coronation Street
Amelia confides in Noah in Emmerdale
Ella receives the results that will confirm if Warren is her father in Hollyoaks
EastEnders airs Mondays to Thursdays at 7:30pm on BBC One. Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8pm on ITV. Emmerdale airs Mondays to Fridays at 7:30pm on ITV. Hollyoaks airs Mondays to Fridays at 7pm on E4, with first look episodes available daily on All4.
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