Emmerdale actors Ryan Hawley and Chris Coghill have revealed major plot twists in an upcoming special episode of the ITV soap, which even surprised them as they were unaware of some developments before receiving their scripts.
The standalone episode will focus on their characters Robert Sugden and Chris Coghill, exploring a crucial period during Robert's six years in prison, mainly from 2021 onwards. This will shed light on events only previously hinted at, particularly the trauma Robert experienced behind bars.
Recent episodes showed turmoil in Robert’s marriage with his soulmate Aaron Dingle, leading to another breakup. The upcoming episode promises to delve deeply into Robert and Chris’s relationship during imprisonment, revealing the full story of how they reconnected.
“It’s kind of interesting to not know. It’s obviously a scripted, kind of dramatisation of what happened during that time.” – Ryan Hawley
Both actors suggested the episode includes unexpected twists and could end with a “dramatic climax.” Ryan noted similarities to a previous special episode he was involved in, hinting at familiar themes.
This special episode aims to finally explain the complexities behind Robert's time in prison and the reasons his marriage with Aaron ultimately fractured.
This episode promises to reveal crucial backstory and dramatic twists about Robert’s prison years, deepening the emotional stakes in Emmerdale's ongoing storyline.