Hollyoaks spoilers follow.
Next week on Hollyoaks, key events from the soap’s “missing year” are shown on screen in full for the first time in a special flashback episode.
Joel Dexter’s mysterious backstory with Tommy Odenkirk is explained, Warren Fox returns for a cameo and we see how Mercedes McQueen’s emotional storyline got started.
Our 21-picture gallery offers a sneak peek at what’s in store.
Lime PicturesJamie Lomas reprises his role as Warren for these scenes.
Monday, April 7: Joel gets a surprise
While trying to buy drugs, he comes face-to-face with Warren.
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Lime PicturesHe’s facing problems in his marriage to Leela.
Monday, April 7: Warren isn’t impressed
Lime PicturesWill he give Joel some home truths?
Lime PicturesTommy is central to the story as his backstory is explored for the first time.
Monday, April 7: In the flashback, Tommy faces a tough time
Lime PicturesHe’s being bullied by his brother Billy.
Lime PicturesHe’s at the club.
Monday, April 7: Joel witnesses the commotion unfold
Lime PicturesHe spots Tommy, a stranger, in trouble.
Lime PicturesHe confronts Billy.
Monday, April 7: The altercation escalates
Lime PicturesIn the present day, Billy is in a coma. What exactly happened and what role did Joel play?
Lime PicturesThe scenes show the moment that Lexi was taken to hospital after being left alone with Curtis.
Monday, April 7: Freddie gets a surprise
Lime PicturesHe spots Warren outside the hospital.
Lime PicturesTensions rise.
Monday, April 7: Warren and Freddie continue to clash
Lime PicturesOld hostilities continue.
Lime PicturesHe crosses paths with Warren outside the hospital.
Monday, April 7: Warren asks for help
Lime PicturesHe wants Arlo to give Mercedes a letter.
Lime PicturesWe see her arrange an important medical appointment after noticing some concerning bowel changes.
Monday, April 7: Mercedes is worried
Lime PicturesBut Misbah is on hand to offer support.
Lime PicturesMercedes explains about her health concerns, while Leela reveals that she was sexually assaulted.
Tuesday, April 8: Returning to the present day, there are dramatic times for the Blakes
Lime PicturesDodger’s return throws them all into a spin.
Lime PicturesCan the family unite?
Hollyoaks airs on Mondays-Wednesdays with its Channel 4 streaming premiere at 7am, then an E4 broadcast the same night at 7pm. Full episodes are also released on YouTube a week after their Channel 4 release.
