EastEnders' Grant Mitchell's future 'sealed' as star makes return to Walford
EastEnders fans were left in tears on Thursday night as they saw the highly anticipated return of Grant Mitchell, with many predicting his future in Walford
Albert Square was awash with emotion on Thursday as EastEnders fans witnessed the long-awaited comeback of Grant Mitchell. During the latest instalment, fans were gripped by Phil Mitchell's psychosis storyline escalating dramatically.
The throwback journey took viewers and the character to his formative years, revisiting the family home he shared with brother Grant and their younger sister, Samantha. In what enthusiasts hailed as 'one of the best episodes ever made,' a poignant moment unfolded as Phil encountered his youthful self and mum, Peggy Mitchell, who imparted the powerful message that it wasn't too late for him to "make the world a better place"—a scene intensified by the glimpse of a gun on the table.
Grant made his return to Albert Square on Thursday (Image: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)
The tension soared when Phil was found firm in hand with the weapon, only to awaken to Nigel's news that he'd resurrected a "familiar face."
Enter the much-anticipated reappearance of Ross Kemp as Grant Mitchell. He's rocked up not just for brotherly backup but potentially to restore the Mitchell clan's domination over Walford, reports the Mirror.
Fans are all aflutter at the prospect, with one voicing eagerness for Grant’s return to stir things up: "I'm looking forward to grant ruffling feathers and putting everyone in their place. The Mitchell's have historically been like the rulers of the jurisdiction but slowly Phil has lost notoriety so hope grant restores the hierarchy," chimed a fan. Another projected the power shift writing: "Grant will take control and take over from Phil."
The character is set to run into Bianca in upcoming episodes (Image: BBC/Jack Barnes/Kieron McCarron)
Fans previously saw Phil in a reflective mood after Cindy questioned his softened persona. "Do you know it's really sad seeing a hard man go soft? " she probed. "There was a time when people were really scared of you, Phil." Now, viewers are speculating that Grant is back to reignite the old, fearsome Phil and the Mitchells.
In other show developments, Linda Carter (Kellie Bright) made her comeback following a stint in rehab. The episode had fans singing praises for Steve McFadden's performance.
One viewer exclaimed: "If Steve McFadden doesn't win an award for this mental health crisis storyline then it's outrageous.. he deserves all the awards for this! ! #EastEnders," while another chimed in: "Oh my God Steve McFadden is superb, isn't he? I mean, just an absolutely truthful performance. My chest was tight the whole time. #EastEnders."
Another fan applauded the episode, tweeting: "Tonight's #Eastenders is absolutely brilliant, superb acting by Steve McFadden highlighting that even the toughest of nuts can be cracked. Take a bow Steve."
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