This week on Out in the Wash, I go soap by soap, breaking down the key storylines, the moments that landed — and the ones that really didn’t.

EastEnders

A packed week in Walford, with fallout, tension, and a lot of unresolved questions.

• Joel’s trial – Zack and Vicky The emotional weight of the trial, the impact on Zack, and how Vicky fits into the bigger picture. Questions around pacing, realism, and long-term consequences.
• Elaine vs Ian A clash that felt inevitable. Power dynamics, control, and whether this conflict has legs or was more about short-term drama.
• Jasmine A quieter presence this week, but one that feels significant. Is this groundwork for something bigger, or another thread that risks being dropped?
• Bea Mixed reactions to Bea’s role in recent events and how the show is positioning her within the wider cast.
• Max Max’s involvement and what his actions say about where his character is heading next.
• Ravi Still one of the most watchable characters on the Square — but are the writers asking too much forgiveness too quickly?

Coronation Street

A heavy, emotional week on the cobbles, with grief, confrontation, and long-running tensions bubbling over.

• Billy’s funeral A big, emotional centrepiece for the week. Performances, tone, and whether the aftermath will be given the space it deserves.
• Todd and Theo Complicated history resurfacing. Power, manipulation, and how much responsibility sits where.
• Bernie Grief expressed in a very Bernie way — and whether her actions are understandable or pushing things too far.
• Brodie and Kit A pairing that raises questions about trust, motives, and where this dynamic is heading.
• Kevin, Abi and Debbie Old wounds reopening. Family loyalty, frustration, and whether this storyline is circling familiar ground.

Emmerdale

A tense and emotionally charged week in the village, with serious developments and protective instincts coming to the surface.

• Anya’s body being found A grim turning point. The shift in tone, the impact on the village, and what this means for those closest to her.
• Graham staying A decision that changes the balance of several relationships. Is this about redemption, control, or unfinished business?
• Marlon and Rhona A relationship under pressure once again. Communication, trust, and how much strain they can realistically take.
• Cain’s health news A quieter storyline with potentially huge implications. How this could affect Cain — and everyone around him — going forward.
• Paddy protecting Bear Loyalty versus honesty. Paddy stepping into protector mode and whether this choice will come back to haunt him.