The BEST episodes of EastEnders season 33

Every episode of EastEnders season 33, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of EastEnders season 33!

The everyday lives of working-class inhabitants of Albert Square, a traditional Victorian square of terrace houses surrounding a park in the East End of London's Walford borough.

Last Updated: 7/28/2025Network: BBC OneStatus: Continuing
16/11/2017 - Part 2
star
8.00
1 votes

#1 - 16/11/2017 - Part 2

Season 33 - Episode 183 - Aired 11/16/2017

Ian is concerned by Kathy's latest plan. Carmel worries about Shakil and asks Kush to find out what's bothering him. Kim makes a surprising discovery.

Directors: Waris Islam
Writer: Kim Revill
star
7.18
11 votes

#2 - 07/02/2017

Season 33 - Episode 21 - Aired 2/7/2017

The Carters reach crisis point. Shakil struggles to cope with the gossip.

20/11/2017
star
7.00
5 votes

#3 - 20/11/2017

Season 33 - Episode 184 - Aired 11/20/2017

Whitney gets a surprise visitor, causing tension with Woody. Lauren does her best to resist the chemistry between her and Josh. Karen's money problems worsen.

Directors: Laurence Wilson
16/10/2017
star
6.86
7 votes

#4 - 16/10/2017

Season 33 - Episode 164 - Aired 10/16/2017

Martin is thrown into turmoil as he fears the worse. Max gives Jane a threat she can't ignore.

Directors: John Dower
Writer: Lisa Gifford
07/11/2017
star
6.75
4 votes

#5 - 07/11/2017

Season 33 - Episode 177 - Aired 11/7/2017

Billy is horrified to learn the truth about what happened. With her own interests at heart, Abi makes a big decision.

Directors: Kate Saxon
Writer: Rob Gittins
10/11/2017
star
6.75
4 votes

#6 - 10/11/2017

Season 33 - Episode 179 - Aired 11/10/2017

Fi tries to prove a point to her father - what is she up to? Sharon is concerned about Phil's suspicious behaviour.

Directors: Kate Saxon
05/12/2017
star
6.60
5 votes

#7 - 05/12/2017

Season 33 - Episode 193 - Aired 12/5/2017

Phil continues to show Vincent up. Kathy lets her anger be known but she is floored when she learns the truth.

Directors: Steve Finn
Writer: Rob Gittins
09/11/2017
star
6.50
4 votes

#8 - 09/11/2017

Season 33 - Episode 178 - Aired 11/9/2017

Sharon is concerned when Michelle takes matters into her own hands. Ian is determined to find out what is wrong with his mum.

Directors: Kate Saxon
13/11/2017
star
6.50
4 votes

#9 - 13/11/2017

Season 33 - Episode 180 - Aired 11/13/2017

Phil is forced to takes matters into his own hands. Mick comes to a decision about The Vic.

Directors: Waris Islam
14/12/2017
star
6.50
4 votes

#10 - 14/12/2017

Season 33 - Episode 198 - Aired 12/14/2017

Josh takes matters into his own hands. Jack is stunned when he learns a shocking truth. Whitney decides to play matchmaker, but will all go to plan?

Directors: David Tucker
Writer: Matt Evans
05/10/2017
star
6.40
5 votes

#11 - 05/10/2017

Season 33 - Episode 158 - Aired 10/5/2017

Carmel takes matters into her own hands. Ben is taken aback by Phil's latest offer. Michelle grows unnerved by Tom's recent actions.

Directors: Steve Finn
Writer: Lauren Klee
26/10/2017
star
6.33
6 votes

#12 - 26/10/2017

Season 33 - Episode 170 - Aired 10/26/2017

Max stands his ground but what will be the consequences? Billy faces an unsettling reality.

Directors: Jane Ashmore
28/11/2017
star
6.33
3 votes

#13 - 28/11/2017

Season 33 - Episode 189 - Aired 11/28/2017

Mick and Linda try to help Whitney and Woody with their relationship struggles. With his interest piqued, Phil does some digging.

Directors: John Greening
Writer: Mark Catley
17/10/2017
star
6.33
6 votes

#14 - 17/10/2017

Season 33 - Episode 165 - Aired 10/17/2017

Ian reveals some life-changing news to his family. The pressure continues for Max. Michelle does her best to support Martin.

Directors: John Dower
06/10/2017
star
6.33
6 votes

#15 - 06/10/2017

Season 33 - Episode 159 - Aired 10/6/2017

A torn Carmel makes a huge decision - but will she regret it? Dot finds herself in an awkward situation.

Directors: Steve Finn
Writer: Lauren Klee
21/11/2017
star
6.25
4 votes

#16 - 21/11/2017

Season 33 - Episode 185 - Aired 11/21/2017

Karen tries to take control of her financial situation. Things grow fraught between Woody and Whitney as the visitor continues to cause problems.

Directors: Laurence Wilson
02/10/2017
star
6.20
5 votes

#17 - 02/10/2017

Season 33 - Episode 156 - Aired 10/2/2017

Martin and Stacey's world is turned upside down. The past catches up with Sonia.

Directors: Steve Finn
Writer: Pete Lawson
12/10/2017
star
6.20
5 votes

#18 - 12/10/2017

Season 33 - Episode 162 - Aired 10/12/2017

When Mick learns the truth, he questions everything about the past few months. Max is alarmed when he learns that Jane has woken up. Michelle takes action against Tom.

Directors: Ian White
23/11/2017
star
6.20
5 votes

#19 - 23/11/2017

Season 33 - Episode 186 - Aired 11/23/2017

Linda and Shirley get involved with Karen's problems. Whitney begins to have doubts. Ted and Joyce head to court - what will the verdict be?

Directors: Laurence Wilson
Writer: Daran Little
30/10/2017
star
6.17
6 votes

#20 - 30/10/2017

Season 33 - Episode 172 - Aired 10/30/2017

Lauren attempts to put the past behind her. Tina finds herself in a terrifying situation.

Directors: Lance Kneeshaw
Writer: Daran Little
03/11/2017
star
6.17
6 votes

#21 - 03/11/2017

Season 33 - Episode 175 - Aired 11/3/2017

Tina comes to a horrifying realisation. Lauren reels from Abi's latest bombshell - has Abi gone too far this time? Shakil stands up to Bex.

Directors: Lance Kneeshaw
29/09/2017
star
6.00
3 votes

#22 - 29/09/2017

Season 33 - Episode 155 - Aired 9/29/2017

The situation between Martin and Stacey grows worse. Jay and Donna meddle in Ben's love life.

Directors: David Moor
Writer: Pete Lawson
12/12/2017
star
6.00
2 votes

#23 - 12/12/2017

Season 33 - Episode 197 - Aired 12/12/2017

Ian comes face to face with James Willmott-Brown. Aidan clashes with Phil.

Directors: David Tucker
Writer: Pete Lawson
11/12/2017
star
6.00
3 votes

#24 - 11/12/2017

Season 33 - Episode 196 - Aired 12/11/2017

Max continues to wreak havoc on his family. Mick and Linda get excited when they see an opportunity. Ian reaches out to Kathy.

Directors: David Tucker
Writer: Pete Lawson
24/11/2017
star
6.00
4 votes

#25 - 24/11/2017

Season 33 - Episode 187 - Aired 11/24/2017

Whitney questions her relationship with Woody. Joyce gives Karen some potentially good news.

Directors: Laurence Wilson
Writer: Daran Little