EastEnders spoilers follow.

EastEnders ’ Nigel Bates has visions of Pat and Barry Evans this Christmas, as his dementia symptoms intensify. Alone at the pub, Nigel’s mind plays tricks on him as he becomes increasingly confused by his surroundings. Then, Pat and Barry come back to life right before his eyes…

Before Nigel’s touching reunion, the community comes together for the screening of his film – but Phil and Julie are distracted, arguing over his future care . Lexi thankfully takes control and embraces her role as director of his Christmas movie.

But when Sam turns up, Kat leaps into action and insists that she’s not welcome. And the atmosphere turns even more sour when Julie reveals that Sam has been back in the country for months!

Once the audience finally take their se

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