Why is EastEnders not on tonight? Latest news on today’s episode

📺 Tonight’s Broadcast Change

  • No EastEnders on BBC One this evening.

  • Instead, the drama will stream later on BBC iPlayer.

  • Earlier this week, the BBC aired a double episode on Tuesday (July 15) to make up for tonight’s cancellation Digital SpyRadio Times+3The Sun+3HELLO!+3.🗓️ What’s Next Week’s Schedule?

As the Women’s Euros continue through late July, the soap’s broadcast pattern will remain disrupted:

  • Monday, July 21: Double bill airs on BBC One at 7:30 pm and 8:00 pm.

  • Tuesday: One episode in the usual slot.

  • Wednesday: No episode.

  • Thursday: One episode scheduled (likely returning to 7:30 pm).

  • iPlayer early releases? Still likely, but exact timings TBD The Scottish Sun+9tvguide.co.uk+9Shields Gazette+9Digital Spy.


🎯 Why This Happens

  • BBC One is prioritizing Euro 2025 matches, including England’s fixtures and quarter-finals.

  • Similar adjustments occurred earlier in July for Wimbledon coverage.

  • The BBC has accommodated this by shifting EastEnders to catch up via iPlayer and double episodes Reddit+12The Sun+12Shields Gazette+12.


🔔 What You Can Do

  1. Check iPlayer tomorrow morning—episodes often drop there first.

  2. Tune in Monday for the first of a double episode on BBC One.

  3. Keep an eye on BBC/Sky listings as schedules may shift again depending on further sports coverage.


⏭️ Quick Look at Holiday Week Ahead

Day Airing Status
Mon Double bill (7:30 pm & 8:00 pm)
Tue Regular episode (7:30 pm)
Wed No episode
Thu Regular episode (7:30 pm)

So, while there won’t be an episode today, the story continues online, and the drama returns live next week. Missed catch-ups? iPlayer has you covered.

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