Emmerdale ramps up the tension with gripping storylines featuring confessions, family conflicts, and shocking revelations. Cain Dingle grapples with his prostate cancer diagnosis while Bear confesses to a killing, and Joe faces an unexpected twist.

Bear Charged with Manslaughter After Confession

In a tense police interview, Bear admits to DS Walsh that he killed Ray. Confused and struggling with details, Bear insists it was an accident and that he acted alone. DS Walsh probes a slip-up, but Bear maintains his story.

Marlon arrives at the station to support a distraught Paddy, who blames himself. Paddy fears imprisonment for himself, Bear, and Dylan. Marlon encourages hope, suggesting self-defense could free Bear.

The next day, DS Walsh questions Bear’s contradictions. Paddy interrupts repeatedly, prompting suspicions of his involvement, especially over moving Ray’s body. After updates to Mandy, Marlon, and Rhona, DC Chen calls Paddy and Dylan for interviews.

Bear faces a manslaughter charge. His solicitor reassures Paddy of a self-defense plea and possible bail. Yet Bear insists on pleading guilty to do the honorable thing.

Cain’s Cancer Secret Strains Family Ties

Liam tells Cain about Bear’s confession, sparking hope for Moira’s innocence in the Celia Daniels and Anya deaths. Visiting Moira in prison, Cain nearly reveals his diagnosis but a prisoner scuffle interrupts. Instead, he shares Bear’s news.

Moira sees the slim chances but welcomes any hope. The next day, frustration mounts as Cain’s pressure on Bear fails to help her case. Spotting Cain’s stress, Moira presses him to open up, but he stays silent.

Returning home, Cain erupts at Joe on his sofa. Matty intervenes, urging Cain to support Moira instead of fighting. At Home Farm, Joe tells Kim the Butlers will soon be theirs.

Ruby confesses to Cain that she called police about Anya’s body, blindsiding him. Furious, Cain accuses Ruby and Caleb of sabotaging Moira. He rejects Caleb’s lawyer offer as guilt-driven and orders them out. Sarah begs Cain to accept help.

Arthur and Laurel’s Explosive Clash Over Stolen Cash

Arthur ignores customers, glued to his phone, earning Gabby’s rebuke. After a fierce argument, he quits. Laurel feels guilty amid her son’s turmoil.

Laurel catches Arthur hunting his passport, planning an Australia move. She finds cash from Ray’s bag—the drugs she discarded earlier. Arthur admits it and threatens to reveal she hit him, leaving Laurel in tears.

Later, Arthur apologizes and begs to use the money for travel. After he leaves, Laurel secures the envelope. Overhearing Marlon and Rhona’s debt woes, she decides on a plan.

Village Buzz and Quick Updates

Mandy arrives amid police chaos as Paddy departs, instructing Dylan and Marlon to brief her. Dawn confides in Joe about a possible pregnancy. Kammy and Ross play matchmaker for Lewis and Vinny.

Manpreet, Kammy, and Vinny admire a Delorean outside the shop, soon taken for a joyride.

Emmerdale airs weekdays at 8pm on ITV1 and streams on ITVX.