Emmerdale Fans Slam ‘Unrealistic’ John Sugden Blunder as Drama Escalates
Emmerdale viewers were left fuming during Monday night’s episode after spotting what they called a glaring blunder in the ongoing John Sugden storyline.
John’s Latest Move
The episode saw John (Oliver Farnworth) hiding out at Keeper’s Cottage with a syringe of poison, seemingly ready to strike at Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley). But after overhearing an emotional conversation between Robert and Victoria (Isabel Hodgins), John abandoned his plan.
Later, despite police swarming the village, he managed to slip away unnoticed and make it to Caleb Milligan’s (Will Ash) warehouse — sparking frustration among fans who felt the scenes stretched credibility.
Viewers Call Out Plot Hole
Fans quickly took to social media to voice their annoyance.
One wrote: “Eehh, John is just casually walking around in that village full of cops?? I don’t need another ‘Lachlan hiding and spying on people’ story, thanks.”
Another added: “Of course, John is able to walk around freely, even though the feds are all over the Dales… talk about UNREALISTIC!”
A third joked: “The writers are now trying to convince the audience John has Harry Potter’s invisibility cloak… what utter crap.”
Robert Sugden’s Storyline Praised
While some viewers raged at the blunder, others focused on Robert’s return and his emotional arc. Fans praised Ryan Hawley’s performance and welcomed the chance for Robert to step back into the spotlight.
One said: “Robert deserves his own story, one that isn’t just an extension of John’s. I’m excited to see how they portray his PTSD.”
Another speculated on the long-term future: “I believe Ryan is back because they promised him his own story and more screen time. A Robron reunion might happen, but only after Robert gets his arc.”
What’s Next in the Dales?
With Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) out for revenge and Caleb’s loyalty in question, John’s days in the village look numbered. But as Robert wrestles with his trauma, fans are more eager than ever to see his journey continue — with or without Aaron at his side.