Halloween in EastEnders brought more than just costumes and chaos — it delivered a chilling new twist for Zoe Slater, who’s now at the center of both a family feud and a frightening mystery.

Zoe Shatters a Fan Theory

This week’s episode (available early on BBC iPlayer) saw Zoe finally address the biggest question hanging over her return — who is the real father of her twins? After previously claiming that Dennis Rickman was the dad, Zoe admitted she lied to Sharon Watts, seemingly ruling him out for good.

But fans aren’t convinced the mystery is over. Zoe’s new denial raises even more questions about whether she’s telling the truth — or hiding something darker.

Kat and Zoe’s Feud Reignites

The long-simmering tension between Zoe and her mother Kat Slater boiled over once again. After Zoe discovered a smashed photo of her and Kat, smeared with fake blood and left on her bed, she was convinced she was being targeted. Kat, however, didn’t believe her and accused Zoe of staging the incident herself.

As their argument spilled into the Halloween celebrations, Zoe also clashed with Vicki at the café — accusing her of breaking into the Queen Vic to plant the creepy prop. Witnessing Zoe’s distress, Anthony tried to step in, offering her a safe place to stay with his family.

Anthony’s Question Changes Everything

In a surprising moment, Anthony asked Zoe if he might be the father of her adopted son. Zoe shut down the speculation immediately, insisting that wasn’t possible — she was on the pill when they were together, and the timeline didn’t match. Her reaction was defensive and emotional, hinting that she may be hiding deeper pain.

Kat later relented and allowed Zoe to stay at the pub, though Jean was furious at Kat for giving her daughter yet another chance.

A Haunting Halloween Twist

Meanwhile, Alfie Moon’s party plans went up in smoke when a burst pipe flooded the Vic’s barrel store. While cleaning, Alfie unearthed an old videotape labeled “Slaters’ Halloween 1988.”

When the tape was later played, it sent shivers through the pub — the footage revealed the Slaters’ uncle Harry, whose dark past still haunts Kat and Zoe. Terrified and furious, Zoe accused Vicki and Jean of planting the video to torment her. When no one confessed, she demanded everyone leave.

Is Zoe Losing Control — or Being Haunted?

As Zoe’s paranoia deepens, Anthony warns Kat that her daughter may be suffering from a psychotic break. But fans are divided — is Zoe imagining the threats, or is someone really out to get her?

Either way, EastEnders has unleashed one of its eeriest storylines in years — a psychological mystery blending family trauma, buried secrets, and the ghosts of Walford’s past.