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EastEnders season 2026: UK air dates and channel
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EastEnders season 2026 is airing now on BBC iPlayer. It began on October 5, 2026.
Episode 158, "05/10/2026", is tonight at 6:00 a.m..
EastEnders season 2026 episode schedule (UK times)
| Episode | Title | UK date | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 158 | 05/10/2026 | 6:00 a.m. | |
| 159 | 06/10/2026 | 6:00 a.m. | |
| 160 | 07/10/2026 | 6:00 a.m. | |
| 161 | 08/10/2026 | 6:00 a.m. |
Times are as listed for BBC iPlayer; regional schedules can differ. Dates update daily from TVmaze listings.
Where to watch EastEnders in the UK
EastEnders airs on BBC iPlayer, a streaming service. Episodes are available to stream from the dates above.
Common questions
When does EastEnders season 2026 come out in the UK?
EastEnders season 2026 is airing now on BBC iPlayer. It began on October 5, 2026.
How many episodes are in season 2026?
4 episodes are listed for the UK so far.
Is it on the same day as the U.S.?
See the U.S. schedule for EastEnders to compare.
Source: TVmaze (CC BY-SA), retrieved October 5, 2026.