The BEST episodes of EastEnders season 39

Every episode of EastEnders season 39, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of EastEnders season 39!

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: 7/16/2025Network: BBC OneStatus: Continuing
28/08/2023
star
7.80
5 votes

#1 - 28/08/2023

Season 39 - Episode 138 - Aired 8/28/2023

After 25 years away, Cindy arrives back in the square, the Knights excitedly prepare for Anna’s surprise 21st birthday in the Vic, and there are fireworks as Kathy comes face to face with a ghost from her past.

Directors: Karl Neilson
Writer: Lauren Klee
29/08/2023
star
7.14
7 votes

#2 - 29/08/2023

Season 39 - Episode 139 - Aired 8/29/2023

George finally learns the truth, Peter prepares to face the music with Kathy, and Ian has an awkward reunion with former friends and foes.

Directors: Karl Neilson
Writer: Lauren Klee
25/12/2023
star
6.67
6 votes

#3 - 25/12/2023

Season 39 - Episode 206 - Aired 12/25/2023

Christmas fever is in full swing in Walford. Sharon and Keanu prepare to say, ‘I do.’ The Mitchell family lunch is interrupted by an unexpected visitor. Jay receives an unexpected Christmas present. And in a flash, Denise, Kathy, Linda, Sharon, Stacey and Suki’s lives are permanently changed forever as a Walford male meets his fate in The Vic.

Directors: Lance Kneeshaw
Writer: Lauren Klee
30/08/2023
star
6.25
4 votes

#4 - 30/08/2023

Season 39 - Episode 140 - Aired 8/30/2023

Cindy and Ian’s arrival sends shockwaves through the square, Gina goes into self-destruct mode, and Bobby fears for his relationship.

Directors: Karl Neilson
31/08/2023
star
6.25
4 votes

#5 - 31/08/2023

Season 39 - Episode 141 - Aired 8/31/2023

The Knights reel from recent events, Cindy makes a decision, and Alfie puts a roof over an old friend’s head.

Directors: Karl Neilson
02/02/2023
star
6.00
3 votes

#6 - 02/02/2023

Season 39 - Episode 21 - Aired 2/2/2023

Zack makes a big decision about the future, Lola is spooked by a strange gesture, and Martin is offered an opportunity that’s too good to miss.

Writer: Rob Gittins
13/02/2023
star
6.00
4 votes

#7 - 13/02/2023

Season 39 - Episode 26 - Aired 2/13/2023

Whitney and Stacey clash over Lily, the Brannings' lunch quickly goes wrong, and Chelsea hatches a plan to help Keanu.

Directors: Daikin Marsh
09/11/2023
star
6.00
3 votes

#8 - 09/11/2023

Season 39 - Episode 181 - Aired 11/9/2023

Reiss gets relationship advice from the residents of Walford, and Karen makes her feelings known.

Directors: John Greening
Writer: Lauren Klee
05/09/2023
star
5.67
3 votes

#9 - 05/09/2023

Season 39 - Episode 143 - Aired 9/5/2023

Stacey fights to protect her family, Jack is choked by a gesture, and Ian makes big promises.

Directors: John Howlett
Writer: Kevin Rundle
27/02/2023 (2)
star
5.50
4 votes

#10 - 27/02/2023 (2)

Season 39 - Episode 35 - Aired 2/27/2023

Zack and Whitney struggle with the news, Howie’s pride is short-lived, and Stacey must be brutally honest to protect her friend.

Directors: Jane Ashmore
24/08/2023 (1)
star
5.50
4 votes

#11 - 24/08/2023 (1)

Season 39 - Episode 136 - Aired 8/24/2023

Stacey is spooked by a shock event, Bobby is surprised when help arrives, and Yolande faces an ultimatum.

Writer: Rob Gittins
10/10/2023
star
5.50
4 votes

#12 - 10/10/2023

Season 39 - Episode 163 - Aired 10/10/2023

Callum steps in to help a friend. Keanu takes a stand. Vinny has a brainwave about Nugget.

Directors: Vicki Kisner
Writer: Yasmeen Khan
18/10/2023
star
5.33
3 votes

#13 - 18/10/2023

Season 39 - Episode 168 - Aired 10/18/2023

Ravi struggles in the wake of recent events, Honey attempts to get through to Jay, and Sharon and Kathy come together for a plan.

Directors: Indra Bhose
04/10/2023
star
5.33
3 votes

#14 - 04/10/2023

Season 39 - Episode 160 - Aired 10/4/2023

Jean worries for Stacey. Bobby is given pause for thought. Lily struggles with motherhood.

Directors: Coilin O Scolai
03/10/2023
star
5.33
3 votes

#15 - 03/10/2023

Season 39 - Episode 159 - Aired 10/3/2023

Theo refuses to back down. The past haunts Freddie. Anna tries to support a friend in need.

Directors: Coilin O Scolai
14/09/2023
star
5.33
3 votes

#16 - 14/09/2023

Season 39 - Episode 149 - Aired 9/14/2023

Sharon gets an intriguing opportunity, Jean tries to guide Stacey and Lily, and Kat makes an announcement.

Directors: Vito Bruno
Writer: Kim Revill
13/09/2023
star
5.33
3 votes

#17 - 13/09/2023

Season 39 - Episode 148 - Aired 9/13/2023

Chelsea and Ravi’s party doesn’t go as they'd hoped, Jay fears he’s letting Lola down, and Alfie’s plans upset Kat.

Directors: Vito Bruno
Writer: Kim Revill
06/09/2023
star
5.33
3 votes

#18 - 06/09/2023

Season 39 - Episode 144 - Aired 9/6/2023

Ian goes above and beyond to impress, and Sonia helps Reiss in his hour of need.

Directors: John Howlett
Writer: Lynne Dallow
04/09/2023
star
5.33
3 votes

#19 - 04/09/2023

Season 39 - Episode 142 - Aired 9/4/2023

Stacey finds herself in danger, Freddie confides in Alfie, and Ben struggles as Lexi prepares for her first big life event without Lola.

Directors: John Howlett
Writer: Kevin Rundle
22/08/2023 (1)
star
5.33
3 votes

#20 - 22/08/2023 (1)

Season 39 - Episode 134 - Aired 8/22/2023

Phil reminds Alfie to take his health seriously, Anna takes a huge step in the search for her mum, and Eve spirals downwards as she struggles to process the truth.

Writer: Pete Lawson
05/01/2023
star
5.33
3 votes

#21 - 05/01/2023

Season 39 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/5/2023

Phil takes matters into his own hands, but will he be in time? Vinny fights for a role in the Panesar family business.

Directors: John Howlett
Writer: Daran Little
07/09/2023
star
5.33
3 votes

#22 - 07/09/2023

Season 39 - Episode 145 - Aired 9/7/2023

Ian relies on Alfie for support, and Reiss is upset about being the talk of the town.

Directors: John Howlett
22/02/2023
star
5.25
4 votes

#23 - 22/02/2023

Season 39 - Episode 32 - Aired 2/22/2023

Denise can’t resist temptation, while Keanu’s behaviour catches up with him. Not wanting to make the wrong decision, Linda seeks advice.

Directors: Lance Kneeshaw
24/08/2023 (2)
star
5.25
4 votes

#24 - 24/08/2023 (2)

Season 39 - Episode 137 - Aired 8/24/2023

Martin is concerned for Stacey, Phil and Alfie support each other, and Bobby stands up for himself.

Writer: Rob Gittins
02/10/2023
star
5.20
5 votes

#25 - 02/10/2023

Season 39 - Episode 158 - Aired 10/2/2023

Stacey hopes for a positive outcome. Whitney and Zack take an important step forward. Freddie gets an unwanted request.

Directors: Coilin O Scolai