Emmerdale

There is a sinister start to the new year as a happy surprise has danger looming, and Ray hopes that his dream can come true.

There is a fight to the death, a secret explodes, and the truth is delivered.

A beautiful day quickly turns ominous, a lifeless body is dragged away by an unseen assailant, and vehicles speed frantically into the night.

Two worlds are about to collide. Brace yourself for an incredible hour of drama, as the nation's best-loved characters crossover in an explosive soap special.

A body is found, there is fallout from the night before, and danger is present.

A deal is struck and a mission given, April stands her ground, and Sarah has questions.

A betrayal unfolds, Paddy gets bad news, and Moira is left in utter shock.

Someone has to think on their feet, Paddy's news gets worse, and a body lies undiscovered.

A convoy of police vehicles head into the village, the police ask questions, and Ray's body is found.

Evidence is found and an arrest is made, Laurel is struggling, and the search for Bear continues.

Paddy is desperately sad, Jai is left worried, and Joe is behaving furtively.

It is clear that many carry secrets, Jai is the topic of conversation, and April is consoled by her family.

We flash back to Laurel's recent story and see her confront Ray, and a decision has deadly consequences.

Rhona's journey is reflected, Marlon continues to spiral, and a shadowy figure looms.

We follow Marlon's story while he despairs and is set on revenge, and Paddy is devastated by some news.

Ray says a last goodbye, many motives have been revealed, and the final act unfolds.

The shocking aftermath of Ray's death sees a corpse moved and a pact of lies made.

Paddy has some hopeful news, Victoria is struggling, and Arthur is hiding something.

Rhona has a surprise visitor, Kim and Joe are floored, and April shatters Arthur's illusions.

Joe is utterly overwhelmed, Kim is defiant, and the police are called.

Marlon is stunned, Ruby is shocked, and Dawn makes a suggestion.

Rhona makes a heartfelt plea, Kim is angry, and Joe is frustrated.

Moira and Cain are arrested, Caleb reveals some devastating information, and Ruby is overwhelmed with guilt.

Cain is nervous and consumed by intrusive thoughts, and Moira makes a call.