How many seasons does Emmerdale have?

Emmerdale has 55 seasons and 7923 episodes.

Is Emmerdale renewed or canceled?

Emmerdale is currently returning. The next episode airs May 1, 2026.

Where can I watch Emmerdale?

Emmerdale is available on ITV1. You can stream it on Britbox Apple TV Channel , BritBox, BritBox Amazon Channel.

When is the next episode of Emmerdale?

The next episode of Emmerdale (S55 E84) airs on May 1, 2026.

Emmerdale

Name: Emmerdale
Genre: Soap, Drama
Released: 1972-10-16
Rating: 4.3

RETURNING55 Seasons7923 Episodes★ 4.3

NetworkITV1

First AiredOct 16, 1972

Last AiredApr 29, 2026

GenreSoap, Drama

Created ByKevin Laffan

The lives of several families in the Yorkshire Dales revolve around a farm and the nearby village. With murders, affairs, lies, deceit, laughter and tears, it's all there in the village.

NEXT EPISODE

S55 E84Fri 01 May 2026May 1, 20261d

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Seasons & Episodes55 seasons · 7923 episodes

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E1Thur 1 Jan 2026

Jan 1, 202644m

There is a sinister start to the new year, while a happy surprise has a dangerous undercurrent and Ray hopes his dream can come true.

E2Fri 2 Jan 2026

Jan 2, 202622m

There is a fight to the death, while a secret explodes and the truth is delivered.

E3Mon 5 Jan 2026 (I)

Jan 5, 202622m

A beautiful day quickly turns ominous, a lifeless body is dragged away by an unseen assailant, and vehicles speed frantically into the night. The crossover continues on Coronation Street S67E4 Corriedale, Monday 5th January 2026 (II).

E4Corriedale, Mon 5 Jan 2026 (II)

Jan 5, 202644m

Two worlds collide as the residents of Emmerdale and Weatherfield are brought together by a catastrophic and life-changing encounter. The crossover starts on Coronation Street S67E3 Monday, 5th January 2026 (I).

E5Tue 6 Jan 2026

Jan 6, 202622m

There is complete carnage after the previous night's catastrophic events, with the local hospital busy and the revelations keep coming over what happened and why.

E6Wed 7 Jan 2026

Jan 7, 202622m

A deal is struck and a mission given, April stands her ground, and Sarah has questions.

E7Thur 8 Jan 2026

Jan 8, 202622m

A betrayal unfolds, Paddy gets bad news, and Moira is left in utter shock.

E8Fri 9 Jan 2026

Jan 9, 202622m

Someone has to think on their feet, Paddy's news gets worse, and a body lies undiscovered.

E9Mon 12 Jan 2026

Jan 12, 202622m

A convoy of police vehicles head into the village and the officers want answers, while Ray's body is found.

E10Wed 14 Jan 2026

Jan 14, 202622m

Evidence is found and an arrest is made, while Laurel is struggling and the search for Bear continues.

E11Thur 15 Jan 2026

Jan 15, 202622m

Paddy is feeling desperately sad, while Jai is left worried and Joe is behaving furtively.

E12Fri 16 Jan 2026

Jan 16, 202622m

It is clear that many people are keeping secrets, while Jai is the subject of conversation and April is consoled by her family.

E13Mon 19 Jan 2026 - Laurel

Jan 19, 202622m

The first of three episodes offering different perspectives on the dramatic events that led to Ray's death, with each one focusing on a different suspect, beginning with Laurel. As Ray stands over his mother's dead body, Laurel is left reeling by the truth about him and rushes home, refusing to listen to the man she once loved and the monster he has been revealed to be.

E14Tue 20 Jan 2026 - Rhona

Jan 20, 202622m

The next episode focusing on the suspects in Ray's murder features a compilation of scenes reflecting Rhona's journey over the past two weeks. It shows her in despair over April's disappearance, while Marlon continues to spiral and she is home alone when a shadowy figure looms behind her.

E15Wed 21 Jan 2026 - Marlon

Jan 21, 202622m

The next episode focusing on the suspects in Ray's murder features a compilation of scenes reflecting Marlon's journey over the past two weeks. A despairing Marlon is convinced that Ray has April and is determined to get answers. Armed with a knife and murderous intent, he sets out to find him.

E16Thur 22 Jan 2026

Jan 22, 202622m

Ray prepares to dispose of the body and is left utterly broken, but his despair does not stop him from threatening Eve to ensure Paddy's silence.

E17Fri 23 Jan 2026

Jan 23, 202622m

In the shocking aftermath of Ray's death, the corpse has to be moved, but a slip-up means the body is driven away by an oblivious Jai.

E18Mon 26 Jan 2026

Jan 26, 202622m

Paddy receives news that gives him some hope, while Victoria is struggling and Arthur is hiding something.

E19Tue 27 Jan 2026

Jan 27, 202622m

Rhona has a surprise visitor, while Kim and Joe are floored and April shatters Arthur's illusions.

E20Wed 28 Jan 2026

Jan 28, 202622m

Joe is utterly overwhelmed, while Kim remains defiant and the police are called.

E21Thur 29 Jan 2026

Jan 29, 202622m

Marlon is stunned, while Ruby is shocked and Dawn makes a suggestion.

E22Fri 30 Jan 2026

Jan 30, 202622m

Rhona makes a heartfelt plea, while Kim is angry and Joe is frustrated.

E23Mon 2 Feb 2026

Feb 2, 202622m

Moira and Cain are arrested, while Caleb reveals some devastating information and Ruby is overwhelmed with guilt.

E24Wed 4 Feb 2026

Feb 4, 202622m

Cain is feeling nervous and is consumed by intrusive thoughts, while Moira makes a call.

E25Fri 6 Feb 2026

Feb 6, 202622m

Paddy tries to control the situation, while Cain visits Moira, and Gabby and Lydia are shocked.

E26Mon 9 Feb 2026

Feb 9, 202622m

Dylan confesses to April, while Victoria is overcome with guilt and Joe puts pressure on Robert.

E27Tue 10 Feb 2026

Feb 10, 202622m

Joe threatens Victoria, while April makes a suggestion and Sarah supports Cain.

E28Wed 11 Feb 2026

Feb 11, 202622m

Joe delivers an ultimatum, while Victoria visits Moira in prison and April tries to appeal to Bear.

E29Thur 12 Feb 2026

Feb 12, 202622m

Victoria is left mortified, while Cain warns Joe to stay away and Paddy tries to coach Bear.

E30Fri 13 Feb 2026

Feb 13, 202622m

Bear suffers from severe guilt, while Dylan is distressed and April struggles.

E31Mon 16 Feb 2026

Feb 16, 202622m

Bear confesses, while Cain has a bit of hope and Laurel is feeling guilty

E32Tue 17 Feb 2026

Feb 17, 202622m

Paddy is feeling stressed, while Laurel makes a decision and Cain is short-tempered.

E33Wed 18 Feb 2026

Feb 18, 202622m

Ruby confesses to Cain, while Bear is changed and Dawn has an announcement.

E34Thur 19 Feb 2026

Feb 19, 202622m

Sarah urges Cain to listen to reason, while Bear is determined and Joe encourages Graham.

E35Fri 20 Feb 2026

Feb 20, 202622m

Marlon is furious, while Paddy is determined to help his dad and Kammy and Ross play Cupid.

E36Mon 23 Feb 2026

Feb 23, 202622m

Joe wants to seek revenge on Cain, while Aaron reaches out to Bear, and Ross reckons he has a foolproof plan.

E37Tue 24 Feb 2026

Feb 24, 202622m

Kim persuades Joe to test Graham's loyalty, while a farm emergency worries Cain.

E38Wed 25 Feb 2026

Feb 25, 202622m

Ray's funeral causes concerns, while Vinny is worried about his love life and Kim orders Graham to leave.

E39Thur 26 Feb 2026

Feb 26, 202622m

Bear goes into a downward spiral due to his grief, while Arthur pushes Laurel too far.

E40Fri 27 Feb 2026

Feb 27, 202622m

There is a warning at work for Jacob, while Bear is in need of some help and Arthur is panicked.

E41Mon 02 Mar 2026

Mar 2, 202622m

Bear finds himself getting into further trouble, while Cain feels he is at the end of his tether and Arthur is fearful.

E42Tue 03 Mar 2026

Mar 3, 202622m

Sarah betrays Jacob's trust, while Jai and Kerry enjoy working together and the truth about Laurel's fall might finally be revealed.

E43Wed 04 Mar 2026

Mar 4, 202622m

Sarah accuses Cain of being a coward, while Gabby has her suspicions raised and Kerry taunts Jai in public.

E44Thu 05 Mar 2026

Mar 5, 202622m

Cain comes under severe pressure, while Graham advises him to sell up. There is a near miss for Jai and Kerry.

E45Mon 09 Mar 2026

Mar 9, 202622m

Sarah sets Cain straight, while Liam urges Cain to inform Moira, who then struggles with the news.

E46Tues 10 Mar 2026

Mar 10, 202622m

Cain needs to face up to what his future might hold, while Joe feels unappreciated and Kim is surprised when she pays a visit to Moira.

E47Wed 11 Mar 2026

Mar 11, 202622m

Rhona expresses her gratitude, but is spotted by Lydia, while Laurel confides in her friend Nicola.

E48Thu 12 Mar 2026

Mar 12, 202622m

Graham gives Rhona one last chance, while Arthur rejects Jai's offer of a job and Nicola is suspicious.

E49Fri 13 Mar 2026

Mar 13, 202622m

Paddy receives a bit of encouraging news, while Gabby gives Arthur a fresh strategy to try out.

E50Mon 16 Mar 2026

Mar 16, 202622m

Bear makes a huge revelation, while Graham works hard to keep Joe on side and Jacob is struggling at work.

E51Tue 17 Mar 2026

Mar 17, 202622m

Paddy and Dylan make a big confession, while the Dingles are suspicious of Joe Tate and Pollard plays detective.

E52Wed 18 Mar 2026

Mar 18, 202622m

Paddy and Dylan's nightmare deepens, while Laurel is asked for a favour and Kim is suspicious of Joe.

E53Thu 19 Mar 2026

Mar 19, 202622m

Dylan is struggling as his impending court date approaches, while Graham confronts Joe, and Mary gives Pollard some advice.

E54Fri 20 Mar 2026

Mar 20, 202622m

Isaac is upset that his dad has cancer, while Cain is preoccupied in his search for farmland and Pollard tests Kerry's loyalty.

E55Mon 23 Mar 2026

Mar 23, 202622m

Joe blackmails Robert and Aaron, Kim hires Ross, and Kerry is shocked.

E56Tue 24 Mar 2026

Mar 24, 202622m

Cain explodes with suppressed rage, Tracy is guilty, and Dawn questions Kim.

E57Wed 25 Mar 2026

Mar 25, 202622m

Charity is concerned, and when Cain has a fit of rage, she tries to reassure him.

E58Thu 26 Mar 2026

Mar 26, 202622m

Robert is accused, Joe is stunned, while Chas and Kim form an unlikely bond.

E59Sun 29 Mar 2026

Mar 29, 202622m

Cain is determined, while Matty delivers devastating news and Tracy is feeling heartbroken.

E60Mon 30 Mar 2026

Mar 30, 202622m

Kim may have been poisoned, while Paddy makes a mess of things and Graham's suspicions are aroused.

E61Wed 01 Apr 2026

Apr 1, 202622m

Cain feels he has been betrayed, while Joe is annoyed and Marlon is put out.

E62Thu 02 Apr 2026

Apr 2, 202622m

Paddy reaches his breaking point, while Jacob is determined and Marlon helps one of his friends.

E63Fri 03 Apr 2026

Apr 3, 202622m

Paddy goes into a downward spiral, while Marlon has an idea and also makes a discovery.

E64Sun 05 Apr 2026

Apr 5, 202622m

Marlon is devastated, while Cain is rocked and Kerry is riddled with guilt.

E65Mon 06 Apr 2026

Apr 6, 202622m

Rhona has a big decision to make, while Cain confides in Moira and Kerry is furious.

E66Tue 07 Apr 2026

Apr 7, 202622m

Cain is involved in an accident, while Jacob is left humiliated and Kerry confides in Jai.

E67Wed 08 Apr 2026

Apr 8, 202622m

Kyle finds Cain lying unconscious, while Kerry starts to have suspicions and Moira is concerned.

E68Thu 09 Apr 2026

Apr 9, 202622m

Kerry wades in, while Robert gets an idea and Pollard is left with food for thought.

E69Fri 10 Apr 2026

Apr 10, 202622m

Robert decides it is time to come clean, while Dawn is shocked and Kerry apologises.

E70Sun 12 April 2026

Apr 12, 202622m

Robert feels like he has been left with only one option, while Jacob is relieved, and Kyle goes missing.

E71Mon 13 Apr 2026

Apr 13, 202622m

Cain tries to convince Moira, while Sarah tries to comfort him, and new evidence is found.

E72Wed 15 April 2026

Apr 15, 202622m

Bear makes a careless admission, while Jacob is uncomfortable and Lewis is intrigued.

E73Thu 16 Apr 2026

Apr 16, 202622m

Todd manipulates Manpreet, while April is struggling and Paddy is left reeling.

E74Fri 17 Apr 2026

Apr 17, 202622m

Jacob is being manipulated, while Marlon supports April, and Lewis hatches a plan.

E75Sun 19 Apr 2026

Apr 19, 202622m

Lydia offers Moira time alone in the house and she looks forward to spending quality time with Cain, while Jacob tells Ross about being bullied by Dr Todd, and Belle is excited ahead of her date with Kammy.

E76Mon 20 Apr 2026

Apr 20, 202622m

It is the day of Sarah's baby shower, but Charity goes into labour and Jacob has a secret meeting with HR at the hospital.

E77Tue 21 Apr 2026

Apr 21, 202622m

Mack and Ross are trapped in the lift with Charity, whose panic mounts as her pain, contractions and desperation increase, while the villagers await news from the hospital.

E78Wed 22 Apr 2026

Apr 22, 202622m

Charity is at risk despite giving birth successfully, while Sarah and Jacob meet their baby and Dr Todd learns a secret.

E79Thu 23 Apr 2026

Apr 23, 202622m

Dylan plans to end things with April in the event that he gets sent down, while Moira struggles without her role on the farm and Robert is left feeling guilty about her situation.

E80Mon 27 Apr 2026

Apr 27, 202622m

Moira is aghast at Robert's confession, while Sarah and Jacob welcome their baby home and Paddy is forced to face his fears.

E81Tue 28 Apr 2026

Apr 28, 202622m

Moira takes action, while Aaron sticks his neck out and Mandy upsets Paddy.

E82Wed 29 Apr 2026

Apr 29, 202622m

Cain has to face his fears, while Moira opens up to Chas and Pollard has a word with Cain.

E83Thu 30 Apr 2026

Apr 30, 202622m

Dawn finds herself questioning everything, while Todd plays manipulative games and Paddy hopes Simo can help.

E84Fri 01 May 2026UPCOMING

May 1, 202622m

Paddy contemplates his future, while Dawn finds herself blindsided and Todd continues to be manipulative.

E85Mon 04 May 2026UPCOMING

May 4, 202622m

It is the day of the court hearing and Marlon encourages April to be brave, while Zara suggests putting Bear on the stand.

E86Tue 05 May 2026UPCOMING

May 5, 202622m

The court case continues with Bear giving his testimony, while Paddy is apprehensive.

E87Wed 06 May 2026UPCOMING

May 6, 202622m

Jacob finally comes clean to Sarah, while Dawn makes a confession to Moira, and Paddy is feeling anxious.

E88Thu 07 May 2026UPCOMING

May 7, 202622m

Sarah urges Jacob to stand up to his bully, while Joe makes a promise and Mandy is heartbroken over the closure of the salon.

E89Fri 08 May 2026UPCOMING

May 8, 202622m

Moira is still keeping the secret to herself, while Cain has worries and Vanessa comes to a realisation.

About Emmerdale

Emmerdale is a soap, drama series on ITV1. The show first aired on Oct 16, 1972 and currently has 55 seasons and 7923 episodes. Emmerdale has been renewed and is returning for more episodes. The next episode airs on May 1, 2026. It has a rating of 4.3/10 based on 100 votes. Created by Kevin Laffan.