12 Huge Emmerdale Spoilers for Next Week (13 to 17 October)
1. Cain Makes a Troubling Return
Cain Dingle returns from France after a failed mission to track down John Sugden. Haunted by what happened, he spirals into self-destruction, drowning his guilt in alcohol. Moira pleads with him to focus on his family, especially with the anniversary of Zak’s death approaching, but Cain seems beyond reason.
2. Sam and Belle Are Left Waiting
With Zak’s anniversary looming, Sam and Belle visit his grave, hoping Cain will join them. The siblings share a quiet moment of reflection, but as they wait, it becomes painfully clear that Cain might abandon them when they need each other most.
3. Dylan’s Success Catches the Wrong Attention
Dylan proudly celebrates passing his driving test, but Ray Walters soon turns the victory sour. He reminds Dylan that he paid for the lessons and adds the cost to his growing debt. Ray then suggests Dylan take a driver’s job at the depot — the perfect cover for running his drugs across the country.
4. Celia Tightens Her Grip
Ray shares his new plan with Celia, boasting about how Dylan’s driving skills will streamline their operation. Celia is pleased — but ruthless. She orders Ray to make sure April Windsor becomes more deeply involved too, ensuring both teens remain trapped in their dangerous web.
5. Dylan’s Job Hits a Snag
Jai gives Dylan a chance to prove himself with a driving job to Hull. Ray seizes the opportunity and instructs Dylan to complete a drug drop en route. But panic sets in when Jai changes the plan, assigning Billy as the main driver and leaving Dylan in the passenger seat. Stuck between fear and obligation, Dylan realises his cover could be blown.
6. April Turns to Theft
Desperate and frightened, April tries to pay off her debt before Ray sells it to someone even worse. In a moment of panic, she steals jewellery from Rhona and Mary — just as Rhona walks in and catches her. The young girl’s guilt is immediate, but her terror of Ray leaves her with nowhere to turn.
7. April Faces a Terrifying Ordeal
Ray cruelly tells April her Liverpool job is gone but offers another “opportunity” — deliver cocaine to a client named Tim and share a drink with him. At first, April thinks it’s just another errand, but when Tim locks her inside a hotel room, the horror of her situation becomes clear. Trapped and terrified, April realises she’s in serious danger.
8. Nicola and Dawn Clash Again
Tensions explode between the Kings and the Tates after Carl admits to sharing an indecent image of Clemmie. Nicola insists her son is remorseful, but Dawn refuses to forgive so easily. Hoping to make peace, Dawn approaches Nicola mother-to-mother — only for their talk to spiral into another shouting match.
9. Laurel and Joe Step In
As chaos unfolds, Laurel — currently housing the Kings — intervenes and makes a shocking admission that leaves Nicola shaken. Meanwhile, Joe Tate offers Dawn some advice that sends her reeling, forcing her to question how far she’ll go to protect Clemmie.
10. Dawn Confronts Her Painful Past
Overwhelmed by Clemmie’s trauma, Dawn opens up to Joe about her own history. She recalls her time on the streets, her struggle with addiction, and how she was coerced into sex work before finding redemption in the village. Her confession strengthens her resolve to shield Clemmie from harm — both online and off.
11. Victoria Pressures Robert to Tell the Truth
Robert agrees to stay with Aaron as he adjusts to life back in the flat after the John Sugden ordeal. But while Aaron feels hopeful, Victoria pushes Robert to be honest about his secret connection to Kev. When Robert later visits Kev in prison, he receives shocking news that could change everything.
12. Liam Awaits Life-Changing Results
Liam Cavanagh faces a tense moment as his prostate test results arrive. With Chas by his side, he finally opens them — but will the news bring relief or heartbreak?