Sam Mitchell set to return to EastEnders to face enemy Zoe Slater in explosive Christmas storyline twenty years on from Dirty Den’s murder
EastEnders is pulling out all the stops this Christmas, with Sam Mitchell set to make a dramatic return to Albert Square.
Viewers can expect an explosive storyline as Sam, played by Kim Medcalf, will come face to face with her ex-murder accomplice Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan).
Zoe and Sam have not seen each other for over 20 years, and whilst there is no doubt that Zoe has had difficult times, she never took any responsibility for her role in Den Watts’ murder which Sam initially took the blame for.
In June, Zoe, best known for her iconic ‘You ain’t my mother!’ moment, made a return to the BBC soap after 20 years away.
As the enemies come face-to-face for the first time, only time will tell if the pair are willing to put their troubles from the past aside, or if Sam has an ulterior motive for revenge.
If her past behaviour is anything to go by, Sam will not receive a warm welcome from her family upon her return, but with a troubling situation causing concern for the estranged Mitchell sister, it soon becomes apparent that Sam needs her family now more than ever.
EastEnders is pulling out all the stops this Christmas, with Sam Mitchell set to make a dramatic return to Albert Square
Viewers can expect an explosive storyline as Sam, played by Kim Medcalf, will come face to face with her ex-murder accomplice Zoe Slater (Michelle Ryan)
Speaking on her return, actress Kim said: ‘It’s such a joy to be asked to come back to EastEnders, especially as it’s the festive period and you know there will always be plenty of fireworks.
‘I love the character of Sam, she always causes drama wherever she goes, but she also has that vulnerable side too, which is great to play. It’s also lovely being back on set with the fantastic cast and to see old friends and new faces.’
Ben Wadey, EastEnders Executive Producer added: ‘I’m delighted to welcome Kim Medcalf back to EastEnders for a short stint later this year.
‘It’s no secret that wherever Sam Mitchell goes, drama inevitably follows, and with ex-accomplice Zoe Slater back in the Square, only time will tell if there is space for forgiveness between the pair, or whether battle lines will be drawn.’
Following the announcement, fans shared their excitement on Instagram, writing: ‘The queen in back’ and ‘My jaw dropped’.
Dirty Den was bludgeoned to death in self-defence in the show’s special 20th anniversary episode.
The infamous moment was watched by a staggering 14.34 million people, with almost 60% of possible viewers’ tuning in.
Zoe and Sam have not seen each other for over 20 years, and whilst there is no doubt that Zoe has had difficult times, she never took any responsibility for her role in Den Watts’ murder
Following the announcement, fans shared their excitement on Instagram, writing: ‘The queen in back’ and ‘My jaw dropped’
Dirty Den was bludgeoned to death in self-defence in the show’s special 20th anniversary episode
Alongside Sam (Kim Medcalf) and Zoe, Chrissie Watts attempted to cover up the murder, burying Den under the floor of The Vic barrel store
Alongside Sam (Kim Medcalf) and Zoe, Chrissie Watts attempted to cover up the murder, burying Den under the floor of The Vic barrel store.
She managed to get away with her crime for months, living with Den’s beloved adoptive daughter, Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean), and his son Dennis Rickman (Nigel Harman).
But when Sam drunkenly dug up the body, she was held responsible for the murder until Phil (Steve McFadden) and Grant Mitchell (Ross Kemp) returned to help their sister and uncovered the truth, with Chrissie being sent to prison.