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BBC (U.K.) drama series (1985–present), 42 seasons.

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Quick answer · Season 2026

EastEnders is a drama series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running since 1985 with 42 seasons and 7321 episodes. EastEnders is still running; the next episode is listed for October 5, 2026.

U.S. premiere
January 1, 2026
Where
BBC (U.K.)
Time
Not announced
Episodes
161
Finale
October 8, 2026

Where to watch EastEnders season 2026 in the U.S.

WhereHowWhenNotes
BBC (U.K.) Streaming, weeklyAntenna / cable – Original U.K. run on BBC iPlayer. [1]

Season 2026 episode schedule

Ep. Title U.S. date Time Status
1 01/01/2026 [1] Time not announced Listed
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Dates are U.S. dates. Broadcast times are the network's national slot; your local station may differ.

About EastEnders

EastEnders is a drama series that aired on BBC (U.K.), running since 1985 with 42 seasons and 7321 episodes. EastEnders is still running; the next episode is listed for October 5, 2026.

Season 2026: Season 2026 of EastEnders airs from January 1, 2026 to October 8, 2026 on BBC (U.K.) (161 episodes).

  • Network / service: BBC iPlayer (first aired February 19, 1985)
  • Official site: bbc.co.uk
  • Main cast over the series (TVmaze): Adam Woodyatt (Ian Beale), Steve McFadden (Phil Mitchell), Letitia Dean (Sharon Watts), Gillian Taylforth (Kathy Beale), Pam St. Clement (Pat Evans)

All seasons

Season 2026

Airing now

Season 2026 of EastEnders airs from January 1, 2026 to October 8, 2026 on BBC (U.K.) (161 episodes).

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Season 2025

Season complete

Season 2025 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 on BBC (U.K.) (211 episodes).

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Season 2024

Season complete

Season 2024 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2024 to December 31, 2024 on BBC (U.K.) (210 episodes).

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Season 2023

Season complete

Season 2023 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2023 to December 29, 2023 on BBC (U.K.) (210 episodes).

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Season 2022

Season complete

Season 2022 of EastEnders aired from January 3, 2022 to December 29, 2022 on BBC (U.K.) (207 episodes).

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Season 2021

Season complete

Season 2021 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2021 on BBC (U.K.) (209 episodes).

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Season 2020

Season complete

Season 2020 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2020 to December 31, 2020 on BBC (U.K.) (138 episodes).

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Season 2019

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Season 2019 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2019 to December 31, 2019 on BBC (U.K.) (210 episodes).

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Season 2018

Season complete

Season 2018 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2018 to December 31, 2018 on BBC (U.K.) (206 episodes).

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Season 2017

Season complete

Season 2017 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2017 to December 29, 2017 on BBC (U.K.) (209 episodes).

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Season 2016

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Season 2016 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2016 to December 30, 2016 on BBC (U.K.) (210 episodes).

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Season 2015

Season complete

Season 2015 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2015 to December 29, 2015 on BBC (U.K.) (206 episodes).

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Season 2014

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Season 2014 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2014 to December 30, 2014 on BBC (U.K.) (208 episodes).

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Season 2013

Season complete

Season 2013 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2013 to December 31, 2013 on BBC (U.K.) (212 episodes).

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Season 2012

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Season 2012 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2012 to December 31, 2012 on BBC (U.K.) (206 episodes).

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Season 2011

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Season 2011 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2011 to December 30, 2011 on BBC (U.K.) (210 episodes).

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Season 2010

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Season 2010 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2010 to December 31, 2010 on BBC (U.K.) (204 episodes).

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Season 2009

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Season 2009 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2009 to December 31, 2009 on BBC (U.K.) (209 episodes).

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Season 2008

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Season 2008 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2008 to December 30, 2008 on BBC (U.K.) (207 episodes).

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Season 2007

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Season 2007 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2007 to December 31, 2007 on BBC (U.K.) (208 episodes).

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Season 2006

Season complete

Season 2006 of EastEnders aired from January 2, 2006 to December 29, 2006 on BBC (U.K.) (206 episodes).

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Season 2005

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Season 2005 of EastEnders aired from January 3, 2005 to December 30, 2005 on BBC (U.K.) (207 episodes).

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Season 2004

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Season 2004 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2004 to December 31, 2004 on BBC (U.K.) (209 episodes).

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Season 2003

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Season 2003 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2003 to December 31, 2003 on BBC (U.K.) (210 episodes).

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Season 2002

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Season 2002 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2002 to December 31, 2002 on BBC (U.K.) (213 episodes).

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Season 2001

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Season 2001 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 2001 to December 31, 2001 on BBC (U.K.) (179 episodes).

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Season 2000

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Season 2000 of EastEnders aired from January 3, 2000 to December 31, 2000 on BBC (U.K.) (160 episodes).

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Season 1999

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Season 1999 of EastEnders aired from January 4, 1999 to December 31, 1999 on BBC (U.K.) (169 episodes).

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Season 1998

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Season 1998 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 1998 to December 31, 1998 on BBC (U.K.) (164 episodes).

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Season 1997

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Season 1997 of EastEnders aired from January 2, 1997 to December 30, 1997 on BBC (U.K.) (162 episodes).

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Season 1996

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Season 1996 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 1996 to December 31, 1996 on BBC (U.K.) (161 episodes).

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Season 1995

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Season 1995 of EastEnders aired from January 2, 1995 to December 28, 1995 on BBC (U.K.) (157 episodes).

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Season 1994

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Season 1994 of EastEnders aired from January 4, 1994 to December 29, 1994 on BBC (U.K.) (142 episodes).

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Season 1993

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Season 1993 of EastEnders aired from January 5, 1993 to December 30, 1993 on BBC (U.K.) (105 episodes).

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Season 1992

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Season 1992 of EastEnders aired from January 2, 1992 to December 31, 1992 on BBC (U.K.) (106 episodes).

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Season 1991

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Season 1991 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 1991 to December 31, 1991 on BBC (U.K.) (105 episodes).

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Season 1990

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Season 1990 of EastEnders aired from January 2, 1990 to December 27, 1990 on BBC (U.K.) (104 episodes).

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Season 1989

Season complete

Season 1989 of EastEnders aired from January 3, 1989 to December 28, 1989 on BBC (U.K.) (104 episodes).

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Season 1988

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Season 1988 of EastEnders aired from January 5, 1988 to December 29, 1988 on BBC (U.K.) (104 episodes).

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Season 1987

Season complete

Season 1987 of EastEnders aired from January 1, 1987 to December 31, 1987 on BBC (U.K.) (107 episodes).

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Season 1986

Season complete

Season 1986 of EastEnders aired from January 2, 1986 to December 30, 1986 on BBC (U.K.) (105 episodes).

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Season 1985

Season complete

Season 1985 of EastEnders aired from February 19, 1985 to December 31, 1985 on BBC (U.K.) (91 episodes).

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Common questions

How many seasons of EastEnders are there?

EastEnders has 42 seasons and 7321 episodes listed, with the first airing on February 19, 1985.

Is EastEnders still on?

EastEnders is still running; the next episode is listed for October 5, 2026.

Where can I watch EastEnders?

EastEnders originally aired on BBC (U.K.) in the U.S. Streaming rights for older seasons change over time, so check BBC (U.K.)'s own app and the major streaming services for the current home.

Sources

We check each date against the sources below. If they disagree, we say so rather than picking one.

  1. EastEnders season and episode data
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