Anthony’s Secret Phone Call Shocks Walford | EastEnders

Tension grips EastEnders as Anthony Truman’s return to Walford takes a darker turn than anyone expected. What began as a simple visit to celebrate his father Patrick’s wedding to Yolande has now spiraled into a mystery filled with suspicion, secrets, and fear — all centering around one fateful phone call that could expose everything Anthony has been hiding.

When Anthony reappeared in Albert Square back in August, many fans thought he was back to rebuild bridges and start fresh. But as the weeks have passed, his calm and professional façade has started to crack, revealing glimpses of a man burdened by secrets. Anthony recently accepted a new job at the Albert Square Surgery — or at least that’s what he claims — but whispers around Walford suggest this new position might be little more than a cover story for something far more sinister.

The trouble truly begins when Anthony crosses paths with his ex-fiancée, Zoe Slater. Their reunion is anything but romantic. Old wounds reopen, and Zoe quickly becomes convinced that someone is following her. Strange noises, missing belongings, and eerie late-night encounters push her to the brink. Unable to shake the feeling that Anthony is involved, Zoe publicly accuses him of stalking her. Though her claims are dismissed at first, the residents of Walford soon begin to wonder if Zoe might be right after all.

During the Thursday, October 30th episode, viewers will see Anthony confiding in Kat, suggesting that Zoe’s behavior might be the result of psychological trauma. Kat, still haunted by her own painful past, agrees to help him reach out to Zoe. But their good intentions quickly backfire. Zoe, terrified and defensive, pushes them away, insisting that someone is deliberately tormenting her. The more Anthony tries to convince others of Zoe’s instability, the more suspicious his behavior becomes — especially when Patrick and Kim catch him making a strange, secretive phone call late at night.

When confronted, Anthony brushes off their concerns, claiming he’s simply handling new responsibilities at his job. Yet his nervous demeanor tells a different story. Who was on the other end of that call? And why did he seem so desperate to keep it quiet?

Meanwhile, Zoe’s world unravels in terrifying fashion. Haunted by the ghosts of her past, she finds herself trapped in a web of fear and paranoia. The Slaters’ disastrous Halloween party only adds to her distress when she discovers an old VHS tape labeled “Slaters’ Halloween 1988.” Watching it dredges up horrific memories of her late uncle Harry — and the revelation that he was her biological father. The trauma sends Zoe spiraling. Her paranoia peaks when she discovers a broken picture frame mysteriously reappearing in her room, as if someone is taunting her.

Cat’s own emotional wounds resurface as she replays the tape, reliving years of buried pain. Meanwhile, Alfie’s dismissive attitude toward Zoe’s fears only isolates her further. “Someone’s trying to scare me!” she pleads — but her cries fall on deaf ears. Then, just as the tension reaches breaking point, Anthony steps out of the bathroom. Zoe’s immediate reaction is pure panic — she lashes out, accusing him of sneaking around the Vic and watching her every move.

Later, Anthony confides in Cat once again, claiming Zoe’s mental health is deteriorating. But to the audience, his words feel manipulative. Is he genuinely concerned, or trying to discredit Zoe before she uncovers the truth?

As the week continues, Zoe’s nightmare deepens. She watches the VHS again — this time with Tommy by her side — and together, they uncover the devastating truth about their family’s past. Cat finally admits that Zoe’s biological father was Uncle Harry, a revelation that shatters the family once more. The confession leaves Tommy questioning his own identity, terrified that he might inherit Harry’s darkness. Cat reassures him tenderly, but the cracks in the family’s stability are clear.

That night, the Queen Vic descends into darkness — literally. The power cuts out, and Zoe wakes alone in the pitch black. Hearing strange noises coming from the cellar, she grabs her phone and bravely ventures downstairs. What happens next sends chills down viewers’ spines. A sudden movement, a shadow in the dark — then a bloodcurdling scream echoes through the pub. Cat and Alfie race to the scene, finding Zoe trembling, blood on her hands, insisting that someone pushed her. But when Alfie searches the cellar, no one is there.

The episode ends in haunting silence — Zoe shaking uncontrollably in Cat’s arms, Alfie staring into the shadows below, and the question hanging heavy over the Vic: who’s tormenting Zoe?

Could Anthony be the culprit, hiding behind his mask of professionalism and concern? That mysterious phone call certainly raises suspicions. Patrick and Kim sense there’s more to the story, but Anthony remains evasive. He’s seen once again outside the pub, phone in hand, whispering to someone about “keeping things quiet until it’s over.” Fans can’t help but wonder — what exactly is “it,” and who’s helping him hide it?

To make matters worse, other Walford residents start emerging as potential suspects. Jean Slater, still harboring resentment toward Zoe for her daughter Stacey’s departure, makes a chilling remark: “What goes around comes around. Maybe now it’s her turn.” Could Jean have taken revenge into her own hands? Or is she simply voicing what others are secretly thinking?

As the tension mounts, EastEnders weaves an intricate web of psychological drama, leaving viewers torn between sympathy and suspicion. Anthony’s every move is now under scrutiny. His supposed “new job” looks increasingly like a smokescreen, and his connection to Zoe’s torment grows harder to dismiss. Is he manipulating everyone around him, or could he be trying to protect someone else — perhaps even himself — from a dangerous truth?

Adding even more intrigue, the crossover buzz between EastEnders and Coronation Street takes center stage, with former EastEnders actor Aiden O’Colligan joining Corrie in a major flashback storyline. His new role as Alan promises emotional revelations that mirror the dark, psychological tension currently playing out in Walford — a subtle nod to the shared themes of guilt, secrecy, and redemption across British soaps this season.

Back in EastEnders, Zoe’s fragile mental state, Anthony’s evasive actions, and Cat’s resurfacing trauma are set to collide in explosive fashion. The chilling Halloween cellar attack might only be the beginning. And that secret phone call — the one Anthony made when he thought no one was listening — could soon reveal everything.

Who was he talking to? What is he hiding? And most importantly — is Zoe truly losing her grip on reality, or has Anthony been gaslighting her all along?

Fans won’t have to wait long to find out. EastEnders continues to deliver one shocking twist after another, and with Anthony Truman at the heart of the storm, Walford may never be the same again.

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