In the upcoming episodes of EastEnders, a number of prominent characters will have their lives completely transformed as the truth about George Knightâs (Colin Salmon) early years is revealed in a special, extended version of the show.
We already knew Eddie (Christopher Fairbank) was a sketchy character, but when it comes to his true intentions, it all becomes evident when he asks his son to testify in a murder trial.
Surprisingly, though, thatâs not all there is to itâthe murderer has more skeletons in his closet.
A few shocking revelations that upend Georgeâs worldview are revealed as we flash back to his traumatic past.
Speaking of unsettling murderers, Matt Di Angeloâs character Dean Wicks is adding to Linda Carterâs (Kellie Bright) agony as her life spirals out of control.
When they find themselves in a confrontation close to Keanuâs body, Linda loses it spectacularly, with disastrous results.
Monday February 12
For the first time in years, George is anxiously getting ready to visit his parentsâ house for Eddieâs award ceremony. He is astounded by Eddieâs seeming pride in him and the way his dadâs friends treat him like a returning hero when he, Elaine, and the girls arrive.
As the evening wears on, Eddie surprises George even more by giving a moving speech about him. George tells Elaine that he may have misinterpreted Eddieâs actions and that itâs possible his father did love him forever. One of Eddieâs friends, Gerard, unintentionally tells George that the jury will adore him as the celebration comes to an end.
George questions him, perplexed, and Gerard explains that he needs George to testify as Eddieâs character witness in the racially motivated murder trial. When George realizes that Eddie is manipulating him, he is devastated.
After helping Linda sober up, Johnny is appalled by Lindaâs condition. When he returns to The Vic and starts questioning the family about why sheâs become so bad, Elaine admits that Dean is back. Ben notices Johnny running to confront Dean and follows him into Beales Eels.
After callingum, Ben has to pull Johnny away from Dean so they can converse over a drink. Johnny punches Dean later at closing time and tells him to leave Linda alone.
In another scene, Nish tries to get closer to Kat, and Priya tells him that the way to her heart is through her children. Bert and Ernie start to act out when Kat and the kids get to Nishâs for supper. Though Kat finds it amusing how much Nish is winding her up, she is quickly taken aback when Nish extends an unexpected invitation.
Tuesday February 13
On Ginaâs birthday morning, George is making an effort to give his daughter his full attention. As Eddie and Gloria show up, George informs them that he is aware of the court case and requests that they leave. Gloria begs George for assistance in a desperate manner.
After dismissing them, George leaves for Ginaâs lunch. George enrages Gina during a heart-to-heart with her when he discusses his early years and tries to justify Eddieâs actions and remarks. George summons the bravery to search for his fatherâs court case and calls Eddie, letting him know they should speak.
By keeping Linda in his constant presence, Johnny hopes to discourage her from drinking, but eventually it gets to be too much for her. Linda humiliates herself in front of everyone in The Vic by dropping Ginaâs birthday cake, having secretly indulged in alcohol.
Gina gets angry at Johnny for laughing after he discovers that Gina dated Dean. Concerned about Johnnyâs irrational behavior, Ben offers to assist Johnny in getting rid of Dean, but he also reassures Callum that everything will be legal and proper.
Amid her concerns about Jack and Deniseâs impending divorce, Amy attempts to persuade her father to buy her a bracelet as a thoughtful Valentineâs Day present.
Later, when Denise reacts strangely to the bracelet they were trying to hide from her, she and Ricky become alarmed. They donât realize Denise is hallucinating and thinking sheâs seeing the missing âDâ necklace instead.
Ricky is compelled by Amy to keep quiet about Deniseâs actions, warning Jack about the possibility of their permanent breakup. In the meantime, Denzel prioritizes his training regimen and diet over his relationship with Amy.
Wednesday February 14
When Gloria and Eddie get to The Vic, George demands to speak with his father alone. George eventually discovers the truth about his upbringing, Eddieâs racism, and what actually transpired during a trying conversation.
Gloria, in the meantime, tries to defend herself to Elaine and asks her to assist in persuading George to testify on Eddieâs behalf.
Thursday February 15
After learning the truth the night before, George is inconsolable and pushes himself too far in a training session with Denzel. When George snaps with Denzel and devolves into self-loathing over being exactly like Eddie, Elaine is appalled.
Later, Gloria begs George to give her five minutes to explain herself, and Elaine reluctantly goes to the Boxing Den to see George. George gives in to Elaineâs wishes.
Until Callum informs him of Lindaâs âconfession,â Johnny has made the decision to file a civil lawsuit against Dean. He and Gina make the joint decision to obtain the recording from Dean and destroy it. After initially being dubious, Dean goes out with Gina, but after rumbling the plan, Dean suddenly jumps in.
Linda, horrified at the thought of being close to the body, forces herself to enter after seeing it. A glass breaks during a fight between Dean and Johnny, and Linda gets cuts on her hand. Johnny is in complete shock as Linda goes berserk and surprises everyone.
Denise is surprised by Jack with a delicious breakfast, but he declines her request to spend Valentineâs Day with him because he really wants to spend the day with Stacey.
Because Denise is acting strangely, Amy follows her to work because she is concerned about her behavior. Ricky suggests they tell Jack once more, but Amy declines and pretends itâs for a school assignment before asking Stacey for advice about having bipolar disorder.