Next week’s Emmerdale promises tension, secrets, and emotional fallout as two young villagers find themselves in trouble. Dylan Penders faces a risky mission that could spiral out of control, while April Windsor makes a desperate choice that fills her with regret.

Dylan’s Plan at Breaking Point

In the upcoming hour-long episode airing Thursday, October 16, Dylan’s double life catches up with him. When Jai Sharma informs him that Billy Fletcher will be joining him on a work trip to Hull, panic sets in. The change threatens to derail Dylan’s secret arrangement with Ray, whose “delivery” assignment has already pushed the teen far beyond his comfort zone.

Dylan knows backing out isn’t an option, but carrying on under Billy’s watchful eye might expose everything. As pressure mounts, his loyalty, fear, and conscience collide in a moment that could have serious consequences.

April Crosses a Line

Elsewhere, April finds herself making a heartbreaking mistake. Overwhelmed by her own problems, she steals jewellery from Rhona Goskirk and Mary Goskirk, only to be consumed by guilt when Rhona unexpectedly returns home. Struggling to act normal, April’s inner turmoil is written all over her face. Will she confess before she’s caught, or will this secret drive a wedge between her and her loved ones?

Dawn Faces a Dilemma

Meanwhile, Dawn Fletcher continues to wrestle with Joe’s controversial idea. His latest suggestion stirs up fresh conflict, leaving Dawn torn between her instincts and the people she loves.

And over in the village, Robert deceives Aaron, unaware that Kev’s shocking news is about to change everything.

As personal choices collide and old lies surface, Thursday’s extended episode is set to deliver an hour packed with drama, guilt, and revelation.