‘EastEnders’ fans will be able to watch even more classic episodes of the show on BBC iPlayer over the course of 2024 it has been confirmed.
Already home to classic episodes of the soap from 2008 to 2011, BBC iPlayer will launch the full collection of 2012 episodes on Tuesday 25th March. Monthly episode releases will follow for the rest of the year and by Christmas Day, fans will be able to stream over 2,000 episodes of ‘EastEnders’, from 2008 to the present day.
During those 16 years, iconic EastEnders families such as The Mitchells, The Beales, The Carters, The Fox-Truemans, The Brannings and The Slaters delivered big drama week in, week out. This archive is packed full of beloved characters, huge storylines and unmissable moments, so there’s plenty for new and regular viewers to explore.
Chris Clenshaw, Executive Producer, says: “We’re thrilled that BBC iPlayer are expanding their collection of ‘EastEnders’ episodes so that our viewers can enjoy a look back at some of the show’s most iconic storylines as we honour its rich history and its gripping characters. Viewers will be able to rewatch their favourite characters and relive their favourite moments, such as Who Killed Lucy Beale?, Peggy’s heart-breaking death, Stacey’s post-partum psychosis and Kathy’s jaw-dropping return from the dead.”
Dan McGolpin, Director of BBC iPlayer and Channels, said: “It’s fantastic to see ‘EastEnders’ in such great form for 2024 and this is generating strong demand from viewers to enjoy earlier episodes on BBC iPlayer. I’m delighted that we’re able to add all of 2012 by the end of the month and we’ll have more than 2,000 episodes available by Christmas.”
‘EastEnders’ is available to watch on BBC iPlayer now.
