Eastenders - | Season 33

: Several characters left or were written out, including Ronnie Mitchell (Samantha Womack) and Roxy Mitchell (Rita Simons), whose deaths in the season premiere marked a dark start to 2017.

: This season featured the significant return of Michelle Fowler (played by Jenna Russell), who had been off-screen for 21 years. Her return brought new complications, including a scandalous affair with a younger man, Preston. EastEnders - Season 33

The season featured a mix of longtime series regulars and significant guest appearances. : Several characters left or were written out,