EastEnders (Season 25)

3711 (1) (Episode 1)

Writer: Jeff Povey

Air date: 2009-01-01

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Sean contacts Roxy and Stacey as the new year dawns, but what is he planning? Meanwhile Ricky tries to bring new year cheer to Bianca's brood, and Danielle betrays Stacey.

3712 (2) (Episode 2)

Writer: Jeff Povey

Air date: 2009-01-01

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Sean returns to say goodbye to Roxy and Amy, Whitney struggles to fit in, and Shirley starts Heather's year with a bang.

3713 (Episode 3)

Writer: Emilia di Girolamo

Air date: 2009-01-02

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Tanya is forced to make a decision that will affect her family's future, Janine attempts to help Whitney, and Stacey tries to keep the truth about Sean from Jean.

3714 (Episode 4)

Air date: 2009-01-05

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Max reels from recent revelations as he struggles to keep his family together, and Tanya asks him to make a difficult choice. Meanwhile, Whitney tracks down her birth mother.

3715 (Episode 5)

Air date: 2009-01-06

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Dot discovers the truth behind Nick's return when she throws a party to introduce her granddaughter to the Square. Meanwhile, Janine puts her devilish plan into action.

3716 (Episode 6)

Air date: 2009-01-08

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Janine shows Jay who is in control as her dirty work comes to light, and Danielle lets Stacey down, with serious consequences. Meanwhile, Lauren makes a heartbreaking decision.

3717 (Episode 7)

Air date: 2009-01-09

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Dot struggles with Nick's proposition, but will she agree to his demands? Meanwhile, Danielle tries to bond with Ronnie, but keeps a big secret to herself in the process.

3718 (Episode 8)

Air date: 2009-01-12

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Lucas faces the wrath of Denise, and even a surprise proposal is not enough to win her over. Meanwhile, Jean sinks further into depression in spite of Stacey's best efforts.

3719 (Episode 9)

Air date: 2009-01-13

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Denise realises her mistake thanks to Zainab, but is it too late for Lucas? Danielle is delighted when Ronnie takes pity on her, but Ronnie's mood soon sours when Roxy visits.

3720 (Episode 10)

Air date: 2009-01-15

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Lucas and Denise relish their engagement until a shock announcement ends their celebrations, while Stacey is forced to ask for help when Jean almost comes to harm.

3721 (Episode 11)

Air date: 2009-01-16

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Jean makes a decision that breaks Stacey's heart. Danielle receives a surprise visitor. A frustrated Denise is forced into energetic action to calm her fraying nerves.

3722 (Episode 12)

Air date: 2009-01-19

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Max prepares the Branning household for Tanya's return, but how will she react to news about Lauren? Janine's plans to escape from Walford are thwarted by a vengeful Peggy.

3723 (Episode 13)

Air date: 2009-01-20

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: A hardened Tanya sets about rebuilding her life, leaving Abi feeling left out in the cold, while Jack takes pity on Max. Meanwhile, Ronnie and Janine go head-to-head.

3724 (Episode 14)

Air date: 2009-01-22

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: As Dotty eagerly prepares for Jim's visit, Dot reveals her anxieties to Bradley. Tanya enlists Jane's help in a desperate attempt to contact Lauren, and Janine makes Jack an offer.

3725 (Episode 15)

Air date: 2009-01-23

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: The return of an unexpected guest horrifies Dot, Tanya is devastated to discover the reason behind Lauren's choice to stay in care, and Jay is angry when Billy throws Marissa out.

3726 (Episode 16)

Air date: 2009-01-26

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: As Janine gets closer to Ronnie, Billy's loyalties are put to the test. Meanwhile, Jay has a plan to save Marissa, Denise wants to bring Yolande home, and Max surprises Bradley.

3727 (Episode 17)

Air date: 2009-01-27

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Janine's game-playing gets her into trouble with Jack. Meanwhile, Patrick faces heartache, and Jay's plan is foiled.

3728 (Episode 18)

Air date: 2009-01-29

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Janine gets her own back on Jack, leaving him chained to the club. Meanwhile, Bradley is not impressed with his dad's idea of entertainment, and has Jay had enough of the Square?

3729 (Episode 19)

Air date: 2009-01-30

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: As Jack dangles on a chain, will Janine win a prize? And as things hot up between Zainab and Jane in the kitchen, Patrick has found solace at home.

3730 (Episode 20)

Air date: 2009-02-02

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Jane's nightmare day goes from bad to worse, Janine makes her first mark on Walford, and Danielle reaches out to Ronnie.

3731 (Episode 21)

Air date: 2009-02-03

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Danielle is torn between Ronnie and Stacey, but which way will she turn? Ian takes matters into his own hands to escape from Linda, and Archie sets his sights on Peggy's campaign.

3732 (Episode 22)

Air date: 2009-02-05

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Ronnie supports Danielle through a life-changing decision, while Christian is horrified at the appearance of a surprise guest, and Darren is tempted over to Janine's dark side.

3733 (Episode 23)

Air date: 2009-02-06

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Ronnie breaks Danielle's heart. On Tiffany's birthday, Bianca makes a shocking confession. Christian struggles with his mother's decision.

3734 (Episode 24)

Air date: 2009-02-09

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Ricky unwittingly discovers Bianca's secret, a new Garry lays it on the line with Dawn, and Shirley concocts an outrageous plan to cheer up Heather.

3735 (Episode 25)

Air date: 2009-02-10

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Ricky and Bianca struggle with the truth, while Whitney's date ends in disaster, and Garry makes a crushing decision. Elsewhere, Hev and Shirl do a little breaking and entering.

3736 (Episode 26)

Air date: 2009-02-12

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Ricky discovers that Whitney is more damaged than anyone ever thought, while Hev and Shirl narrowly escape from George Michael's security.

3737 (Episode 27)

Air date: 2009-02-13

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Shirl hurts Heather in the worst way possible, while Bianca and Ricky unite for a life-changing decision. Dawn and Minty are forced to face the truth about Garry's disappearance.

3738 (Episode 28)

Air date: 2009-02-16

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Dawn refuses to accept the devastating news about Garry, while Minty struggles to break her out of her denial. Meanwhile, Ian has a radical solution to his business problems.

3739 (Episode 29)

Air date: 2009-02-17

Runtime: 30 min

3740 (Episode 30)

Air date: 2009-02-19

Runtime: 30 min

3741 (Episode 31)

Air date: 2009-02-20

Runtime: 30 min

3742 (Episode 32)

Air date: 2009-02-23

Runtime: 30 min

3743 (Episode 33)

Air date: 2009-02-24

Runtime: 30 min

3744 (Episode 34)

Air date: 2009-02-26

Runtime: 30 min

3745 (Episode 35)

Air date: 2009-02-27

Runtime: 30 min

3746 (Episode 36)

Air date: 2009-03-02

Runtime: 30 min

3747 (Episode 37)

Air date: 2009-03-03

Runtime: 30 min

3748 (Episode 38)

Air date: 2009-03-05

Runtime: 30 min

3749 (Episode 39)

Air date: 2009-03-06

Runtime: 30 min

3750 (Episode 40)

Air date: 2009-03-09

Runtime: 30 min

3751 (Episode 41)

Air date: 2009-03-10

Runtime: 30 min

3752 (Episode 42)

Air date: 2009-03-12

Runtime: 30 min

3753 (Episode 43)

Air date: 2009-03-16

Runtime: 30 min

3754 (Episode 44)

Air date: 2009-03-17

Runtime: 30 min

3755 (Episode 45)

Air date: 2009-03-19

Runtime: 30 min

3756 (Episode 46)

Air date: 2009-03-20

Runtime: 30 min

3757 (Episode 47)

Air date: 2009-03-23

Runtime: 30 min

3758 (Episode 48)

Air date: 2009-03-24

Runtime: 30 min

3759 (Episode 49)

Air date: 2009-03-26

Runtime: 30 min

3760 (Episode 50)

Air date: 2009-03-27

Runtime: 30 min

3761 (Episode 51)

Air date: 2009-03-30

Runtime: 30 min

3762 (Episode 52)

Air date: 2009-03-31

Runtime: 30 min

3763-3764 (Episode 53)

Air date: 2009-04-02

Runtime: 30 min

3765 (Episode 54)

Air date: 2009-04-03

Runtime: 30 min

3766 (Episode 55)

Air date: 2009-04-06

Runtime: 30 min

3767 (Episode 56)

Air date: 2009-04-07

Runtime: 30 min

3768 (Episode 57)

Air date: 2009-04-09

Runtime: 30 min

3769 (Episode 58)

Air date: 2009-04-10

Runtime: 30 min

3770 (Episode 59)

Air date: 2009-04-13

Runtime: 30 min

3771 (Episode 60)

Air date: 2009-04-14

Runtime: 30 min

3772 (Episode 61)

Air date: 2009-04-16

Runtime: 30 min

3773 (Episode 62)

Air date: 2009-04-17

Runtime: 30 min

3774 (Episode 63)

Air date: 2009-04-20

Runtime: 30 min

3775 (Episode 64)

Air date: 2009-04-21

Runtime: 30 min

3776 (Episode 65)

Air date: 2009-04-23

Runtime: 30 min

3777 (Episode 66)

Air date: 2009-04-24

Runtime: 30 min

3778 (Episode 67)

Air date: 2009-04-27

Runtime: 30 min

3779 (Episode 68)

Air date: 2009-04-28

Runtime: 30 min

3780 (Episode 69)

Air date: 2009-04-30

Runtime: 30 min

3781 (Episode 70)

Air date: 2009-05-01

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Max reels from recent revelations as he struggles to keep his family together, and Tanya asks him to make the biggest choice of his life. Whitney tracks down her birth mother, but will she get the response she is hoping for? Stacey breaks bad news to Jean, and Pat takes Janine to task.

3782 (Episode 71)

Air date: 2009-05-04

Runtime: 30 min

3783 (Episode 72)

Air date: 2009-05-05

Runtime: 30 min

3784 (Episode 73)

Air date: 2009-05-07

Runtime: 30 min

3785 (Episode 74)

Air date: 2009-05-08

Runtime: 30 min

3786 (Episode 75)

Air date: 2009-05-11

Runtime: 30 min

3787 (Episode 76)

Air date: 2009-05-12

Runtime: 30 min

3788 (Episode 77)

Air date: 2009-05-14

Runtime: 30 min

3789 (Episode 78)

Air date: 2009-05-15

Runtime: 30 min

3790 (Episode 79)

Air date: 2009-05-18

Runtime: 30 min

3791 (Episode 80)

Air date: 2009-05-19

Runtime: 30 min

3792 (Episode 81)

Air date: 2009-05-21

Runtime: 30 min

3793 (Episode 82)

Air date: 2009-05-22

Runtime: 30 min

3794 (Episode 83)

Air date: 2009-05-25

Runtime: 30 min

3795 (Episode 84)

Air date: 2009-05-26

Runtime: 30 min

3796 (Episode 85)

Air date: 2009-05-28

Runtime: 30 min

3797 (Episode 86)

Air date: 2009-05-29

Runtime: 30 min

3798 (Episode 87)

Air date: 2009-06-01

Runtime: 30 min

3799 (Episode 88)

Air date: 2009-06-02

Runtime: 30 min

3800 (Episode 89)

Air date: 2009-06-04

Runtime: 30 min

3801 (Episode 90)

Air date: 2009-06-05

Runtime: 30 min

3802 (Episode 91)

Air date: 2009-06-08

Runtime: 30 min

3803 (Episode 92)

Air date: 2009-06-09

Runtime: 30 min

3804 (Episode 93)

Air date: 2009-06-11

Runtime: 30 min

3805 (Episode 94)

Air date: 2009-06-12

Runtime: 30 min

3806 (Episode 95)

Air date: 2009-06-15

Runtime: 30 min

3807 (Episode 96)

Air date: 2009-06-16

Runtime: 30 min

3808 (Episode 97)

Air date: 2009-06-18

Runtime: 30 min

3809 (Episode 98)

Air date: 2009-06-19

Runtime: 30 min

3810 (Episode 99)

Air date: 2009-06-22

Runtime: 30 min

3811 (Episode 100)

Air date: 2009-06-23

Runtime: 30 min

3812 (Episode 101)

Air date: 2009-06-25

Runtime: 30 min

3813 (Episode 102)

Air date: 2009-06-26

Runtime: 30 min

3814 (Episode 103)

Air date: 2009-06-29

Runtime: 30 min

3815 (Episode 104)

Air date: 2009-06-30

Runtime: 30 min

3816 (Episode 105)

Air date: 2009-07-02

Runtime: 30 min

3817 (Episode 106)

Air date: 2009-07-03

Runtime: 30 min

3818 (Episode 107)

Air date: 2009-07-06

Runtime: 30 min

3819 (Episode 108)

Air date: 2009-07-07

Runtime: 30 min

3820 (Episode 109)

Air date: 2009-07-09

Runtime: 30 min

3821 (Episode 110)

Air date: 2009-07-10

Runtime: 30 min

3822 (Episode 111)

Air date: 2009-07-13

Runtime: 30 min

3823 (Episode 112)

Air date: 2009-07-14

Runtime: 30 min

3824 (Episode 113)

Air date: 2009-07-16

Runtime: 30 min

3825 (Episode 114)

Air date: 2009-07-17

Runtime: 30 min

3826 (Episode 115)

Air date: 2009-07-20

Runtime: 30 min

3827 (Episode 116)

Air date: 2009-07-21

Runtime: 30 min

3828 (Episode 117)

Air date: 2009-07-23

Runtime: 30 min

3829 (Episode 118)

Air date: 2009-07-24

Runtime: 30 min

3830 (Episode 119)

Air date: 2009-07-27

Runtime: 30 min

3831 (Episode 120)

Air date: 2009-07-28

Runtime: 30 min

3832 (Episode 121)

Air date: 2009-07-30

Runtime: 30 min

3833 (Episode 122)

Air date: 2009-07-31

Runtime: 30 min

3834 (Episode 123)

Air date: 2009-08-03

Runtime: 30 min

3835 (Episode 124)

Air date: 2009-08-04

Runtime: 30 min

3836 (Episode 125)

Air date: 2009-08-06

Runtime: 30 min

3837 (Episode 126)

Air date: 2009-08-07

Runtime: 30 min

3838 (Episode 127)

Air date: 2009-08-10

Runtime: 30 min

3839 (Episode 128)

Air date: 2009-08-11

Runtime: 30 min

3840 (Episode 129)

Air date: 2009-08-13

Runtime: 30 min

3841 (Episode 130)

Air date: 2009-08-14

Runtime: 30 min

3842 (Episode 131)

Air date: 2009-08-17

Runtime: 30 min

3843 (Episode 132)

Air date: 2009-08-18

Runtime: 30 min

3844 (Episode 133)

Air date: 2009-08-20

Runtime: 30 min

3845 (Episode 134)

Air date: 2009-08-21

Runtime: 30 min

3846 (Episode 135)

Air date: 2009-08-24

Runtime: 30 min

3847 (Episode 136)

Air date: 2009-08-25

Runtime: 30 min

3848 (Episode 137)

Air date: 2009-08-27

Runtime: 30 min

3849 (Episode 138)

Air date: 2009-08-28

Runtime: 30 min

3850 (Episode 139)

Air date: 2009-08-31

Runtime: 30 min

3851 (Episode 140)

Air date: 2009-09-01

Runtime: 30 min

3852 (Episode 141)

Air date: 2009-09-03

Runtime: 30 min

3853 (Episode 142)

Air date: 2009-09-04

Runtime: 30 min

3854 (Episode 143)

Air date: 2009-09-07

Runtime: 30 min

3855 (Episode 144)

Air date: 2009-09-08

Runtime: 30 min

3856 (Episode 145)

Air date: 2009-09-10

Runtime: 30 min

3857 (Episode 146)

Air date: 2009-09-11

Runtime: 30 min

3858 (Episode 147)

Air date: 2009-09-14

Runtime: 30 min

3859 (Episode 148)

Air date: 2009-09-15

Runtime: 30 min

3860 (Episode 149)

Air date: 2009-09-17

Runtime: 30 min

3861 (Episode 150)

Air date: 2009-09-18

Runtime: 30 min

3862 (Episode 151)

Runtime: 30 min

3863 (Episode 152)

Air date: 2009-09-22

Runtime: 30 min

3864 (Episode 153)

Air date: 2009-09-24

Runtime: 30 min

3865 (Episode 154)

Runtime: 30 min

3866 (Episode 155)

Air date: 2009-09-28

Runtime: 30 min

3867 (Episode 156)

Air date: 2009-09-29

Runtime: 30 min

3868 (Episode 157)

Air date: 2009-10-01

Runtime: 30 min

3869 (Episode 158)

Runtime: 30 min

3870 (Episode 159)

Air date: 2009-10-05

Runtime: 30 min

3871 (Episode 160)

Air date: 2009-10-06

Runtime: 30 min

3872 (Episode 161)

Air date: 2009-10-08

Runtime: 30 min

3873 (Episode 162)

Air date: 2009-10-09

Runtime: 30 min

3874 (Episode 163)

Air date: 2009-10-12

Runtime: 30 min

3875 (Episode 164)

Air date: 2009-10-13

Runtime: 30 min

3876 (Episode 165)

Air date: 2009-10-15

Runtime: 30 min

3877 (Episode 166)

Air date: 2009-10-16

Runtime: 30 min

3878 (Episode 167)

Air date: 2009-10-19

Runtime: 30 min

3879 (Episode 168)

Air date: 2009-10-20

Runtime: 30 min

3880 (Episode 169)

Air date: 2009-10-22

Runtime: 30 min

3881 (Episode 170)

Air date: 2009-10-23

Runtime: 30 min

3882 (Episode 171)

Air date: 2009-10-26

Runtime: 30 min

3883 (Episode 172)

Air date: 2009-10-27

Runtime: 30 min

3884 (Episode 173)

Air date: 2009-10-29

Runtime: 30 min

3885 (Episode 174)

Air date: 2009-10-30

Runtime: 30 min

3886 (Episode 175)

Air date: 2009-11-02

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Archie invites Sam to lunch and tries to persuade her to move in, she’s tempted but Ricky thinks it’s a bad idea. Archie then asks Billy to move in. When Peggy refuses to give Billy a job, he decides to take up Archie’s offer.

3887 (Episode 176)

Air date: 2009-11-03

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Archie’s decided against torching the Vic, even though Janine tells him if it looks like an inside job, the insurance won’t pay up and the Mitchells will be forced to sell. Janine tells Peggy that Billy’s living with Archie. Peggy’s angry and confronts Billy; she’s surprised when he stands up to her.

3888 (Episode 177)

Air date: 2009-11-05

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: The fire in the barrel store starts to take hold, but when Archie hears Peggy shout, he quickly extinguishes the flames. Peggy’s suspicious but Archie insists the fire must have been started by kids, claiming he saw them run away.

3889 (Episode 178)

Air date: 2009-11-06

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: The fire in the barrel store starts to take hold, but when Archie hears Peggy shout, he quickly extinguishes the flames. Peggy’s suspicious but Archie insists the fire must have been started by kids, claiming he saw them run away.

3890 (Episode 179)

Air date: 2009-11-09

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Happy Hour is a success at the Vic. Lucas asks Jordan to be his best man, Peggy and Archie take their relationship a step further and Ronnie and Owen have a heart-to-heart.

3891 (Episode 180)

Writer: Rob Gittins

Air date: 2009-11-10

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Owen and Ronnie agree to keep the previous night a secret but Roxy smells a rat. When Owen comes round to see Ronnie, Roxy works out what has happened. Denise overhears Roxy and Ronnie talking about it and takes Ronnie aside to warn Ronnie off him. Owen over hears Ronnie suggesting that Denise is still in love with Owen and when she doesn’t deny it, Owen can’t believe his ears.

3892 (Episode 181)

Writer: Rob Gittins

Air date: 2009-11-12

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Owen tells Ronnie that he heard everything - it's clear she thinks that Denise still has feelings for him. Liz encourages Owen to pursue a relationship with Ronnie, but he is after Denise. Lucas is annoyed when Denise avoids a meeting with the Pastor. Later she admits to Patrick that she still has feelings for Owen. Owen asks Denise if she wants to with him not Lucas

3893 (Episode 182)

Air date: 2009-11-13

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Sam ends it with Jack but someone sees their final kiss. Meanwhile Roxy battles alone to give Amy the best birthday party ever, Lucy goes to see Jane, and the long arm of the law finally reaches out for Owen.

3894 (Episode 183)

Air date: 2009-11-16

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Archie causes trouble between Sam & Ricky, when she refuses to leave the square. Libby visits Owen, Roxy calls a truce with Jack. Phil threatens to report Max's fraud to the police, making it harder to hide it from Tanya.

3895 (Episode 184)

Air date: 2009-11-17

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Sam is forced to face Bianca & Roxy's wrath over her affair with Jack. Max sets his sights on the cash Shirley gave to Heather. Denise is determined to go ahead with the wedding, even after Owen tries to turn her against Lucas.

3896 (Episode 185)

Air date: 2009-11-19

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Archie tempts Sam with a wad of cash and she agonises over whether to take the money and run. Owen asks Liz to help him prove Lucas is hiding something, while Chelsea hopes Dr Jenkins will be her date for Denise's wedding. Bianca and Ricky share a romantic moment during the Children in Need dance contest.

3897 (Episode 186)

Air date: 2009-11-23

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Phil’s angry because Peggy’s asked Grant for money and claims he’s sorting things. Word spreads that Phil’s planning to sell the Arches. Phil tells Grant they don’t need his money. Pat makes Phil an offer for the Arches, which he eventually accepts.

3898 (Episode 187)

Air date: 2009-11-24

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Denise's hen party is gatecrashed by Owen, who claims to know the truth about Trina's death - and a revelation regarding the bracelet later confirms his suspicions. Phil confesses the extent of his money problems to Peggy, and Chelsea tries to flirt with Dr Jenkins in his office - but Roxy's unexpected arrival leads to an embarrassing scene.

3899-3900 (Episode 188)

Air date: 2009-11-26

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Hour-long edition. Owen prepares to make his move and expose Lucas as Denise gets ready for the wedding, but knowing he is running out of options, the groom refuses to jeopardise his big day and takes drastic action to stop the truth from coming out. Meanwhile, as the loan shark puts more pressure on Phil, Lucy sees a chance to take advantage of his financial position, and Manda tells Darren she knows his secret

3901 (Episode 189)

Air date: 2009-11-27

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Lucas tries to cover his tracks and fears the worst when Denise reveals she knows what he has done. Peggy is furious to learn Pat is the new owner of the Arches, Max spots another money-making opportunity when Ian shows off his new hot tub, and a disappointed Patrick uncovers Liz and Charlie's relationship.

3902 (Episode 190)

Writer: Jeff Povey

Air date: 2009-11-30

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Ronnie returns to the Square with good news for her family as Roxy prepares to tell her about Sam's disappearance. Phil recruits Max in a plan to con Ian out of thousands, but their scheme soon goes awry, while Whitney is told about Tony's attempted suicide ahead of his trial.

3903 (Episode 191)

Writer: Jeff Povey

Air date: 2009-12-01

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: With time running out for Phil, he and Max put the finishing touches to their scam, unaware that Ian and Masood have rumbled them. Roxy realises that Owen is the father of Ronnie's unborn child as Liz wonders about her son's whereabouts, while Whitney secretly writes Tony a letter.

3904 (Episode 192)

Air date: 2009-12-03

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: An exhausted Masood heads for disaster when he gets behind the wheel of his taxi, while Phil swallows his pride to ensure his family's safety and goes to Ian for a loan. Max tries to con Bradley's mother as he faces more unpaid bills, and Whitney's advice lands Tiffany in trouble.

3905 (Episode 193)

Air date: 2009-12-04

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Masood's car accident makes Syed re-evaluate his relationship with Christian as Bradley's mother Rachel remains critical in hospital. Archie tries to persuade Ian to sell Phil's debt to him, knowing it will get him closer to the Vic, while Ryan's betrayal forces Whitney to confront her feelings for Tony.

3906 (Episode 194)

Air date: 2009-12-07

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Whitney's world is shattered by a home truth. Meanwhile, Jean finally comes face to face with Stacey, Janine plots away, and Bradley returns to Walford.

3907 (Episode 195)

Air date: 2009-12-08

Runtime: 30 min

3908 (Episode 196)

Writer: Simon Ashdown

Air date: 2009-12-10

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Tony's trial descends into chaos. Bradley makes a huge admission to Stacey, and Max's world begins to crumble.

3909 (Episode 197)

Writer: Simon Ashdown

Air date: 2009-12-11

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: What will Tanya do when confronted with more of Max's deceit? Whitney is finally forced to face what Tony did to her, and Bradley has to make a tough decision.

3910 (Episode 198)

Air date: 2009-12-14

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: As Janine gets closer to Archie, Billy discovers their wicked plan. Meanwhile Ian's day goes from bad to worse, Masood frets as Zainab and Amira make extravagant wedding plans, and Bianca gives evidence at Tony's trial.

3911 (Episode 199)

Air date: 2009-12-15

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Ian's happiness is short-lived, and Billy is given a Christmas dilemma. Meanwhile Masood finally comes clean, the Mitchells find ways to raise money, and Ricky realises that Todd could help Whitney move on.

3912 (Episode 200)

Air date: 2009-12-17

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: The Mitchells are back on top, but not for long. Meanwhile Amira comes face to face with her father, Billy is chuffed to spend time with his kids, and Charlie has a terrible shock for Mo.

3913 (Episode 201)

Air date: 2009-12-18

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: The Masoods' financial troubles are over, but are other troubles afoot? Meanwhile Whitney takes in Tony's sentence, Archie has a surprise for the Mitchells, and Mo goes rogue with the kids' nativity play.

3914 (Episode 202)

Air date: 2009-12-21

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: In the Square gardens, Janine begins the countdown to the Christmas tree lights switch-on. Watching the event, Jane worries to Christian about Ian selling the loan of the Vic to Archie. Christian is distracted by Syed and walks away from Jane.

3915 (Episode 203)

Air date: 2009-12-22

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Bradley is desperately looking for a job but is not having much luck. Stacey and Roxy catch up in the café and they reminisce about Sean and how different things were a year ago.

3916 (Episode 204)

Air date: 2009-12-24

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Peggy and Roxy are waiting at the hospital outside Ronnie’s room before going to Ronnie’s bedside. Archie is pacing in his lounge, expecting visitors. He informs Janine that when the Mitchells read the loan agreement, they will realise they must leave the Vic. Soon after, Peggy visits Archie and slaps him twice around the face. Janine overhears the conversation through the wall. Peggy is livid...

3917-3918 (Episode 205)

Writer: Simon Ashdown

Air date: 2009-12-25

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: With the Mitchells nursing their bitterness in all corners of the Square, Archie finally has the Vic to himself - but one by one his enemies return with murder on their mind.

3919 (Episode 206)

Writer: Simon Ashdown

Air date: 2009-12-26

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: As Walford struggles to come to terms with the murder of Archie Mitchell, the suspects begin to emerge. Stacey and Bradley reach a decision, and Ricky has a surprise for Bianca.

3920 (Episode 207)

Air date: 2009-12-28

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Accusations fly as the Square hunts for someone to pin Archie's murder on. The police, too, are desperate to find the killer, and push their suspect to breaking point.

3921 (Episode 208)

Air date: 2009-12-29

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Shirley gives Phil an alibi, but a grisly discovery makes her wonder if she is covering for a murderer. And an unwelcome guest kills the mood at Syed and Amira's wedding mendhi.

3922 (Episode 209)

Air date: 2009-12-31

Runtime: 30 min

Overview: Syed's heroism keeps the wedding on track, but his passion for Christian cannot be quelled, and Christian is prompted to make a dramatic revelation. Phil promises Shirley that he had nothing to do with Archie's murder, but can she believe him? And is Darren and Heather's secret about to be exposed?