Emmerdale - Season 55

There is a sinister start to the new year, while a happy surprise has a dangerous undercurrent and Ray hopes his dream can come true.

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

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

There is complete carnage after the previous night's catastrophic events, with the local hospital busy and the revelations keep coming over what happened and why?

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

There is a betrayal, Paddy receives 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 and the officers want answers, while Ray's body is found.

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

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

It is clear that many people are keeping secrets, while Jai is the subject of conversation and April is consoled by her family.

The first of three episodes offering different perspectives on the dramatic events that led to Ray's death, with each one focusing on a different suspect, beginning with Laurel. As Ray stands over his mother's dead body, Laurel is left reeling by the truth about him and rushes home, refusing to listen to the man she once loved and the monster he has been revealed to be.

The next episode focusing on the suspects in Ray's murder features a compilation of scenes reflecting Rhona's journey over the past two weeks. It shows her in despair over April's disappearance, while Marlon continues to spiral and she is home alone when a shadowy figure looms behind her.

The next episode focusing on the suspects in Ray's murder features a compilation of scenes reflecting Marlon's journey over the past two weeks. A despairing Marlon is convinced that Ray has April and is determined to get answers. Armed with a knife and murderous intent, he sets out to find him.

Ray prepares to dispose of the body and is left utterly broken, but his despair does not stop him from threatening Eve to ensure Paddy's silence.

In the shocking aftermath of Ray's death, the corpse has to be moved, but a slip-up means the body is driven away by an oblivious Jai.

Paddy receives news that gives him some hope, while Victoria is struggling and Arthur is hiding something.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Paddy tries to control the situation, while Cain visits Moira, and Gabby and Lydia are shocked.

Dylan confesses to April, while Victoria is overcome with guilt and Joe puts pressure on Robert.

Joe threatens Victoria, while April makes a suggestion and Sarah supports Cain.

Joe delivers an ultimatum, while Victoria visits Moira in prison and April tries to appeal to Bear.

Victoria is left mortified, while Cain warns Joe to stay away and Paddy tries to coach Bear.

Bear suffers from severe guilt, while Dylan is distressed and April struggles.

Bear confesses, while Cain has a bit of hope and Laurel is feeling guilty.

Paddy is feeling stressed, while Laurel makes a decision and Cain is short-tempered.

Ruby confesses to Cain, while Bear is changed and Dawn has an announcement.

Sarah urges Cain to listen to reason, while Bear is determined and Joe encourages Graham.

Marlon is furious, while Paddy is determined to help his dad and Kammy and Ross play Cupid.

Joe wants to seek revenge on Cain, while Aaron reaches out to Bear, and Ross reckons he has a foolproof plan.

Kim persuades Joe to test Graham's loyalty, while a farm emergency worries Cain.

Ray's funeral causes concerns, while Vinny is worried about his love life and Kim orders Graham to leave.

Bear goes into a downward spiral due to his grief, while Arthur pushes Laurel too far.

There is a warning at work for Jacob, while Bear is in need of some help and Arthur is panicked.

Bear finds himself getting into further trouble, while Cain feels he is at the end of his tether and Arthur is fearful.

Sarah betrays Jacob's trust, while Jai and Kerry enjoy working together and the truth about Laurel's fall might finally be revealed.

Sarah accuses Cain of being a coward, while Gabby has her suspicions raised and Kerry taunts Jai in public.

Cain comes under severe pressure, while Graham advises him to sell up. There is a near miss for Jai and Kerry.

Sarah sets Cain straight, while Liam urges Cain to inform Moira, who then struggles with the news.

Cain needs to face up to what his future might hold, while Joe feels unappreciated and Kim is surprised when she pays a visit to Moira.

Rhona expresses her gratitude, but is spotted by Lydia, while Laurel confides in her friend Nicola.

Graham gives Rhona one last chance, while Arthur rejects Jai's offer of a job and Nicola is suspicious.

Paddy receives a bit of encouraging news, while Gabby gives Arthur a fresh strategy to try out.

Bear makes a huge revelation, while Graham works hard to keep Joe on side and Jacob is struggling at work.

Paddy and Dylan make a big confession, while the Dingles are suspicious of Joe Tate and Pollard plays detective.

Paddy and Dylan's nightmare deepens, while Laurel is asked for a favour and Kim is suspicious of Joe.

Dylan is struggling as his impending court date approaches, while Graham confronts Joe, and Mary gives Pollard some advice.

Isaac is upset that his dad has cancer, while Cain is preoccupied in his search for farmland and Pollard tests Kerry's loyalty.

Joe blackmails Robert and Aaron, Kim hires Ross, and Kerry is shocked.

Cain explodes with suppressed rage, Tracy is guilty, and Dawn questions Kim.

Charity is concerned, and when Cain has a fit of rage, she tries to reassure him.

Robert is accused, Joe is stunned, while Chas and Kim form an unlikely bond.

Cain is determined, while Matty delivers devastating news and Tracy is feeling heartbroken.

Kim may have been poisoned, while Paddy makes a mess of things and Graham's suspicions are aroused.

Cain feels he has been betrayed, while Joe is annoyed and Marlon is put out.

Paddy reaches his breaking point, while Jacob is determined and Marlon helps one of his friends.

Paddy goes into a downward spiral, while Marlon has an idea and also makes a discovery.

Marlon is devastated, while Cain is rocked and Kerry is riddled with guilt.

Rhona has a big decision to make, while Cain confides in Moira and Kerry is furious.

Cain is involved in an accident, while Jacob is left humiliated and Kerry confides in Jai.

Kyle finds Cain lying unconscious, while Kerry starts to have suspicions and Moira is concerned.

Kerry wades in, while Robert gets an idea and Pollard is left with food for thought.

Robert decides it is time to come clean, while Dawn is shocked and Kerry apologises.

Robert feels like he has been left with only one option, while Jacob is relieved, and Kyle goes missing.

Cain tries to convince Moira, while Sarah tries to comfort him, and new evidence is found.

Bear makes a careless admission, while Jacob is uncomfortable and Lewis is intrigued.

Todd manipulates Manpreet, while April is struggling and Paddy is left reeling.

Jacob is being manipulated, while Marlon supports April, and Lewis hatches a plan.

Lydia offers Moira time alone in the house and she looks forward to spending quality time with Cain. Jacob tells Ross about being bullied by Dr. Todd and Belle is excited ahead of her date with Kammy.

It is the day of Sarah's baby shower, but Charity goes into labour and Jacob has a secret meeting with HR at the hospital.

Mack and Ross are trapped in the lift with Charity, whose panic mounts as her pain, contractions and desperation increase, while the villagers await news from the hospital.

Charity is at risk despite giving birth successfully, while Sarah and Jacob meet their baby and Dr. Todd learns a secret.

Dylan plans to end things with April in the event that he gets sent down, while Moira struggles without her role on the farm and Robert is left feeling guilty about her situation.

Moira is aghast at Robert's confession, while Sarah and Jacob welcome their baby home and Paddy is forced to face his fears.

Moira takes action, while Aaron sticks his neck out and Mandy upsets Paddy.

Cain has to face his fears, while Moira opens up to Chas and Pollard has a word with Cain.

Dawn finds herself questioning everything, while Todd plays manipulative games and Paddy hopes Simo can help.

Paddy contemplates his future, while Dawn finds herself blindsided and Todd continues to be manipulative.

It is the day of the court hearing and Marlon encourages April to be brave, while Zara suggests putting Bear on the stand.

The court case continues with Bear giving his testimony, while Paddy is apprehensive.

Jacob finally comes clean to Sarah, while Dawn makes a confession to Moira, and Paddy is feeling anxious.

Sarah urges Jacob to stand up to his bully, while Joe makes a promise and Mandy is heartbroken over the closure of the salon.

Moira is still keeping the secret to herself, while Cain has worries and Vanessa comes to a realisation.

It is the morning of Cain's operation and Cain and Moira are each trying to be strong for each other, while Mary plays matchmaker and Jai inadvertently triggers a traumatic flashback for Bear.

Cain pretends he is in pain to avoid being discharged. Todd and Vanessa arrange a date, while Bear's anxiety causes him to snap at Mandy and Kerry.

Todd blackmails Charity, while Sarah heads to hospital to confront Cain about his self-pity and Bob panics when he discovers he is a player short for the men's darts team.

Charity struggles to find the money to ensure Todd keeps her secret, while Cain wants revenge when Moira admits Robert planted the identity documents that got her arrested.

Robert investigates a noise in the barn while working on the farm and is attacked from behind and knocked unconscious, while Manpreet lets some news slip.

Todd gives Charity a week to ascertain the money, and Robert and Aaron speculate on who is starting the fires.

Dawn is in a spiral, Sam wants a secret word with Ross, and Aaron makes it clear he suspects Joe is the arsonist.

Dawn is found unconscious at the foot of the stairs and a desperate Charity offers her half of the pub to Kim.

Aaron suspects Ross might be the arsonist, Liam urges Cain to leave his pride at the door, and Joe is troubled.

Joe makes a confession, while Kammy looks alarmed and Pollard encourages Cain to deal with his problems head on.

Cain is arrested, Belle is worried, and Gabby is thrilled to think Ross is flirting with her.

Moira berates Cain, while tensions are running high at the garage, and Ross is pleased with a small victory.

Aaron is stressed as Robert's accusations over who the arsonist could be intensify. Meanwhile, Kammy makes a run for it, and Laurel confronts Ross.

Aaron loses it, Kammy is taken away in a police car, and Laurel attempts to fight her confusing attraction.

Gabby tries to seduce Ross, but he rejects her advances, and Kerry agrees to look after Archie while Jai is away.

Laurel succumbs to her passion for Ross, while Kerry and Pollard present a united front, and Sam is desperate for more dance lessons.

Ross is happy to contemplate another night with Laurel, Kim's suspicions about Sam grow and Chas and Charity hatch a plan to burgle the safe.

Liam decides to give Cain some advice. Meanwhile, Laurel is enjoying the thrill of her secret affair, and Gabby looks into giving Hide a new healthy menu.

Kim is convinced Laurel is having an affair with Sam, while Todd gives Charity an ultimatum.

Charity desperately tries to pay off Todd, whose malicious nature resurfaces, while Kim tells Lydia her suspicions about Sam.

Lydia's worst fears appear to be confirmed and she makes an accusation. Meanwhile, Kim spots that there may be something between Ross and Laurel.

Laurel is feeling mortified. Meanwhile, Chas struggles to hold her tongue, and Archie is left glowering.

Archie scams Caleb, Gabby's healthy-eating obsession takes a darker tone, and Graham urges Kyle to talk to Cain.

Kerry and Archie use 'AI Steph' to attempt another scam on Caleb, but are caught in the act. Elsewhere, Manpreet checks in on Charity, who lies that her breakdown is postnatal depression; while Cain tells Kyle he is proud of him, and asks to come to the ceremony.

Cain and Moira are devastated to hear it is highly likely Cain's cancer has spread beyond the prostate. Elsewhere, Caleb pressures a reluctant Billy into doing a pick-up for their illegal side hustle - and warns him to keep their scheme a secret from Jai.

Vinny surprises Lewis with a spontaneous trip to Madeira, but Lewis's anxiety causes him to pull out.

Ross receives a concerning message, Charity and Cain bond over their struggles, and Jai is suspicious.

Charity is on the verge of a breakdown, Lewis's panic worsens, and Ross knocks Kev unconscious.

Caleb confronts Archie about scamming him but, panicking, Archie claims the scam was Kerry's idea. Robert is shocked to come face to face with his cousin Serena after 15 years.