Overview of 'EastEnders' Season 9

Episode 1 - 05/01/1993

Release Date: 1993-01-05

Tricky Dicky takes on Ian. Pete sees a face from the past and Steve gives Hattie an answer.

Episode 2 - 07/01/1993

Release Date: 1993-01-07

Pat hides as news of the accident spreads. Sam plans a weekend away, but is it work or pleasure? And Pauline meets an old schoolfriend who makes a big impression on Pete.

Episode 3 - 12/01/1993

Release Date: 1993-01-12

Public opinion adds to the pressures on Pat.

Episode 4 - 14/01/1993

Release Date: 1993-01-14

Sam's new friend Clive pushes his luck and visits the Vic. Kathy takes positive action to deal with a recurring problem from the past. And the trial of Nick Cotton finally begins.

Episode 5 - 19/01/1993

Release Date: 1993-01-19

Nick Cotton watches as the prosecution case is made and Dot faces Eddie's father. Meanwhile Ian has a confession to make to Kathy.

Episode 6 - 21/01/1993

Release Date: 1993-01-21

Phil is concerned about the state of Sam's marriage, Arthur spots some football talent at Walford Town and the trial of Nick Cotton reaches a climax.

Episode 7 - 26/01/1993

Release Date: 1993-01-26

The Fowlers get a new lodger, Pete gets a pleasant surprise and Dot makes a sad decision.

Episode 8 - 28/01/1993

Release Date: 1993-01-28

Nigel has problems at the launderette. Ricky makes a last effort to save his marriage. There are problems for the Fowlers, and Pete Beale has a pleasant surprise.

Episode 9 - 02/02/1993

Release Date: 1993-02-02

Ricky makes a last effort to save his marriage and Sam comes to a decision. Frank tries to help Pat face going to court and Rachel gets fed up with market life.

Episode 10 - 04/02/1993

Release Date: 1993-02-04

Michelle is put out when Rachel helps Jack with his college work. Ricky is forced to accept Sam's plans for the future, and Pat has an unexpected visitor.

Episode 11 - 09/02/1993

Release Date: 1993-02-09

Arthur's guilt over the lies he is telling comes to a head, Pete finds out the truth about Rose's absent husband and has to make a brave decision. An old friend of Tricky Dicky's turns up.

Episode 12 - 11/02/1993

Release Date: 1993-02-11

Arthur makes a mistake, a new trader appears on the market - to Rachel's disgust - and Mandy's evening in with Aidan has an unexpected conclusion.

Episode 13 - 16/02/1993

Release Date: 1993-02-16

Michelle is horrified to find Jack making friends with Pauline; Kathy's bistro runs into a few opening night problems; and a friendly poker game turns serious for Sanjay and Nigel.

Will straight talk from an old adversary make Pat realise that time will heal her anguish? Pauline's patience is tested by a house full of football fans; Sanjay has some explaining to do when his wife Gita arrives sooner than expected; and Rose is told to drop Pete before someone gets hurt.

Episode 15 - 23/02/1993

Release Date: 1993-02-23

Frank discovers that the cab company may not have a future. Gita is furious when she discovers that Sanjay has been gambling; and Pete and Rose have some unwanted visitors.

Episode 16 - 25/02/1993

Release Date: 1993-02-25

Clyde finds himself in dispute with the Mitchell brothers over the running of the pub, Rose makes a decision about her future with Pete, and Mandy goes to new lengths in her pursuit of Aidan.

Episode 17 - 02/03/1993

Release Date: 1993-03-02

Rachel hears some good news; Arthur gets into trouble with an unexpected bill: and Michelle has a late-night encounter.

Episode 18 - 04/03/1993

Release Date: 1993-03-04

Rose brings unexpected news of husband Alfie, Clyde tries to contact Sharon, Michelle gets a shock and Rachel finds it does not take long for her good news to spread round the Square.

Episode 19 - 09/03/1993

Release Date: 1993-03-09

The Fowler's world turns upside down - but where is Arthur?

Episode 20 - 11/03/1993

Release Date: 1993-03-11

As the hours tick by, Michelle's agony continues. How much longer will it be before Vicki is found? Meanwhile, her college friend Jack is furious when he faces questions.

Episode 21 - 16/03/1993

Release Date: 1993-03-16

Michelle struggles to rebuild her life; Sharon's return to the Vic has an unexpected conclusion.

Episode 22 - 18/03/1993

Release Date: 1993-03-18

Tricky Dicky gets involved in family matters and finds he's out of his depth. Michelle's emotions are put to the test again. As Sanjay goes flat-hunting, Richard does his best to keep Gita company, but things do not go smoothly.

Episode 23 - 23/03/1993

Release Date: 1993-03-23

Michelle confronts Sharon about life with Grant, and Sanjay sorts out his priorities, while Ian turns detective.

Episode 24 - 25/03/1993

Release Date: 1993-03-25

Grant reaches boiling point with Sharon and comes face to face with the consequences. Pete's hopes are shattered as Rose lays down her plans for the future.

Episode 25 - 30/03/1993

Release Date: 1993-03-30

Cindy's back and Dot tells everyone. Sharon is torn over Grant's arrest. Clyde decides to work for Frank, and Michelle has something Nigel wants.

Episode 26 - 01/04/1993

Release Date: 1993-04-01

Kathy gets a new assistant in the café, while Michelle has a narrow escape from an undesirable lodger. Kathy and Pat have to learn to accept Ian's new "family". At the Vic, it looks like Sharon may have got what she wanted - but what does she want?

Episode 27 - 06/04/1993

Release Date: 1993-04-06

Michelle's new lodger settles in, Pete gives Arthur some good news and Aidan's team trial has an unexpected outcome.

Episode 28 - 08/04/1993

Release Date: 1993-04-08

Sanjay and Gita invite Richard for a meal. Pauline and Arthur have a surprise encounter in the Bistro. Mandy finds Aidan in a positive frame of mind after his setback.

Episode 29 - 13/04/1993

Release Date: 1993-04-13

Aidan reaches a decision on his football career and Ricky fancies a job change. Michelle gets unwanted attention, while Hattie tries to celebrate her 18th birthday - but Steve has other things on his mind.

Episode 30 - 15/04/1993

Release Date: 1993-04-15

Hattie gets a belated surprise. Arthur gives Aidan a pep talk. Steve and Mark's venture takes off. Michelle gives Jack another warning. With her friends' help can she finally get through to him that she is not interested?

Episode 31 - 20/04/1993

Release Date: 1993-04-20

Preparations continue for a rave in Albert Square but problems along the way mean even Nigel is roped in to help. An alternative gig in the Vic ignites an old flame for Pauline while Arthur confides his work worries to Christine.

Episode 32 - 22/04/1993

Release Date: 1993-04-22

Jack's back but Sharon is in no position to advise Michelle as domestic bliss at the Vic is becoming strained, and Ricky attempts to run the Butcher empire single handed.

Episode 33 - 27/04/1993

Release Date: 1993-04-27

Shelley persuades Michelle to take matters into her own hands. Nigel gets a shock when he visits an old friend, and Danny is determined to show Pauline a good time.

Episode 34 - 29/04/1993

Release Date: 1993-04-29

Michelle turns the tables on Jack for the last time. Grant gets an unexpected visitor and Sharon has to face the consequences of deceiving Phil.

Episode 35 - 04/05/1993

Release Date: 1993-05-04

Tricky Dicky is caught redhanded, and Pat prepares herself for her court case.

Episode 36 - 06/05/1993

Release Date: 1993-05-06

Pauline has a showdown with Mandy over Aidan and Frank tries to help Pat face going to Court. Arthur has to make a difficult phone call while Sharon has to accept Phil's plans.

Episode 37 - 11/05/1993

Release Date: 1993-05-11

Pat is sent to prison, while Grant is released. Rose decides she can't live without Pete.

Episode 38 - 13/05/1993

Release Date: 1993-05-13

Alfie's family become a genuine threat and Pete takes the only course of action open to him. Phil and Grant discuss the future, Sharon and the Vic. Arthur and Mrs. Hewitt have a close shave. The burger war comes to an end.

Episode 39 - 18/05/1993

Release Date: 1993-05-18

An unexpected visitor arrives at the Taverniers, Danny buys Pauline a present and Arthur helps Aidan come to a decision about his future.

Episode 40 - 20/05/1993

Release Date: 1993-05-20

Cindy gets friendly with Tricky Dicky and hears what Gita thinks of him, Sharon tries to adjust to having Grant around and Mark helps Mandy out.

Episode 41 - 25/05/1993

Release Date: 1993-05-25

Gita gives Ian some advice, and Grant and Phil rescue Nigel from his birthday blues. Jules makes a confession to Dot, and Michelle is suspicious of a blossoming new friendship.

Episode 42 - 27/05/1993

Release Date: 1993-05-27

There is some unexpected news at the Taverniers.

Episode 43 - 01/06/1993

Release Date: 1993-06-01

Pauline has to respond to Danny's offer, but Arthur is more concerned with his interview. Richard gains the upper hand in his dirty tricks campaign against Ian. And Clyde learns more about Gidea.

Episode 44 - 03/06/1993

Release Date: 1993-06-03

Hattie's worst fears about Gidea seem to be realised.

Episode 45 - 08/06/1993

Release Date: 1993-06-08

Christine has to choose between Greg and Arthur. Michelle helps Clyde come to a decision. Nigel bumps into an old friend and Ian's behaviour is beginning to worry Cindy.

Episode 46 - 10/06/1993

Release Date: 1993-06-10

It's a bad day for Ian, Hattie and Steve. Clyde takes matters into his own hands. Nigel faces a disappointment. Meanwhile, Greg sees something he should not have.

Episode 47 - 15/06/1993

Release Date: 1993-06-15

Arthur has an unexpected visitor and Phil discovers a new drinking partner. Frank gets a hot tip and Hattie is forced to accept Ian's plans for the future.

Episode 48 - 17/06/1993

Release Date: 1993-06-17

Nigel has a dream date. Frank is out of his depth. And Greg Hewitt has news for Arthur and Christine. Good news?

Episode 49 - 22/06/1993

Release Date: 1993-06-22

Mandy is looking for another sucker, Jules tries to pour oil on troubled waters, Sharon's future is uncertain and Shelley has set her heart on Mark.

Episode 50 - 24/06/1993

Release Date: 1993-06-24

Dr. Legg becomes the latest in a long line of suckers. Mark's memories get in Shelley's way. Dot interferes with Nigel's love life. Grant is surprised at Phil's luke-warm reaction to his good news, while Hattie notices that Steve is becoming increasingly tetchy - is it just pre-wedding nerves?

Episode 51 - 29/06/1993

Release Date: 1993-06-29

Hattie has to face up to reality while Steve runs away. Phil stands by her and makes a new friend from a different world.

Episode 52 - 01/07/1993

Release Date: 1993-07-01

Hattie turns the tables on Steve but Clyde discovers there's something she hasn't told him. Clyde and Hattie are reconciled but a surprise visit makes things worse. Sharon is hostile when Phil brings a friend to the Vic.

Episode 53 - 06/07/1993

Release Date: 1993-07-06

There is tension in the Tavernier household as two secrets are unveiled, Michelle and Hattie have a heart to heart and Phil asks a favour from Clyde and Nigel.

Episode 54 - 08/07/1993

Release Date: 1993-07-08

It's a big day for Phil and Nadia, Kathy forces Mrs. Hewitt into a confession, Gidea gives Clyde an answer and Nigel and Debbie clear the air.

Episode 55 - 13/07/1993

Release Date: 1993-07-13

Nigel plans a special evening and Arthur keeps a low profile. Mark reaches boiling point and Clyde is forced to accept Gidea's plans for the future.

Episode 56 - 15/07/1993

Release Date: 1993-07-15

Sanjay takes some advice from Richard, and Mark is concerned about Aidan and Mandy. Gidea and Hattie share a problem.

Episode 57 - 20/07/1993

Release Date: 1993-07-20

Pauline wonders what's happened to Pete. The Kapoors' family loyalties are strained and Cindy is irritated by Ian's support of Hattie. Tricky Dicky takes advantage.

Episode 58 - 22/07/1993

Release Date: 1993-07-22

Shelley is ready to be more than just friends with Mark... if only they could get a moment alone. Pauline gets to the bottom of Pete's disappearance. Clyde and Gidea tie up loose ends and Gita warns Cindy about Richard.

Episode 59 - 27/07/1993

Release Date: 1993-07-27

Phil has a surprise for Mandy and Aidan, Cindy makes a date, Pauline explains her worries to Kathy and Dot gets a shock when a visitor arrives bringing news of Nick - but will she be willing to listen this time?

Episode 60 - 29/07/1993

Release Date: 1993-07-29

Tensions in the Kapoor household come to a head.

Episode 61 - 03/08/1993

Release Date: 1993-08-03

Ricky tries Frank's patience and Dot learns more about Nick's past. Aidan is offered the chance of a better life. But will he take it?

Episode 62 - 05/08/1993

Release Date: 1993-08-05

Tricky Dicky gets an unwelcome surprise. Nigel receives some bad news.

Episode 63 - 10/08/1993

Release Date: 1993-08-10

Mandy and Aidan discover they are not as streetwise as they would like to imagine. Richard and Cindy are telling different stories about their involvement. Shelley and her college friends turn out to be unsuitable babysitters.

Episode 64 - 12/08/1993

Release Date: 1993-08-12

Michelle and Sharon's past comes back to haunt them. Nigel wallows in self-pity but fails to arouse any sympathy. Dot's grandson begins to fall from grace. Gita does battle with Tricky Dicky - but who will come off worse?

Episode 65 - 17/08/1993

Release Date: 1993-08-17

Mandy has money to spend, but where is she getting it from? Phil and Nigel make an unusual purchase, and Cindy has a surprise in store for Ian.

Episode 66 - 19/08/1993

Release Date: 1993-08-19

Tensions between Hattie and Cindy come to a head with Ian caught in the middle. Arthur gets more surprises than he bargained for on his birthday.

Episode 67 - 24/08/1993

Release Date: 1993-08-24

Zoe has a startling proposition for Dot, and Pat is released from prison, but how will she react to her new freedom?

Episode 68 - 26/08/1993

Release Date: 1993-08-26

As Pauline and Arthur are drawn closer together, Christine becomes more desperate.

Episode 69 - 31/08/1993

Release Date: 1993-08-31

Mrs. Hewitt continues to put pressure on Arthur while a trip to France gives Frank the opportunity to practise his non-existent French. And romance is in the air for both the Mitchell brothers.

Episode 70 - 02/09/1993

Release Date: 1993-09-02

Frank has to face another family crisis. Pat is supportive but stubbornness seems to run in the family. Grant and Sharon resolve their differences. Meanwhile Phil and Kathy discuss past loves.

Episode 71 - 07/09/1993

Release Date: 1993-09-07

A surprise visit for Nick can only mean more trouble for Nigel. Mrs Hewitt presents Arthur with an ultimatum.

Episode 72 - 09/09/1993

Release Date: 1993-09-09

Phil hears about Tricky Dicky's latest exploits and is determined to have it out with him. There's a painful and emotional showdown at the Fowlers'. Is divorce the only answer for Arthur and Pauline or can he win her round?

Episode 73 - 14/09/1993

Release Date: 1993-09-14

Michelle and Mark struggle to pick up the pieces when they hear of their parents' trouble and Arthur tries to do the decent thing. Sanjay comes up with a plan to make money and Nigel moves house.

Episode 74 - 16/09/1993

Release Date: 1993-09-16

Kathy tries to make her peace with Pauline, Mrs. Hewitt has an unexpected visitor and Mandy is forced to come clean.

Episode 75 - 21/09/1993

Release Date: 1993-09-21

Nigel and Sanjay play musical dogs. Pauline holds her ground while Arthur's life falls apart.

Episode 76 - 23/09/1993

Release Date: 1993-09-23

Arthur neglects his work to play hero, but Pauline is not taken in. Aidan has big plans but Mandy does not share his enthusiasm for work. When temptation is put in her way will she prove that old habits die hard? Cindy is taken aback when Hattie renegotiates her status at work. Meena causes tension between her sister, Gita, and Sanjay.