As of July 2026, EastEnders Season 4 aired in 1988 with 104 episodes — streaming now on Britbox Apple TV Channel . Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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EastEnders Season 4

1988 104 Episodes Soap · Drama ⭐ 4/10

If you want a crime drama that treats its mystery as more than a puzzle, EastEnders Season 4 is available on and right now. The show says what it needs to say in a single season, no filler. Its 4/10 TMDB score, built from 228 ratings, reflects a title that consistently delivers. Watch June Brown work — the performance is a masterclass in restraint. Put it on tonight and see for yourself.

EastEnders Season 4 arrived without much fanfare and built its audience the hard way — through word of mouth. The plotting gives EastEnders Season 4 its backbone, but it is the characters you come back for. Season 4 of EastEnders includes 104 episodes. It aired from January 1988 to December 1988. This season stars June Brown, Gillian Taylforth and Anna Wing. June Brown and Gillian Taylforth lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 1988. The plot mechanics of EastEnders Season 4 never overwhelm the human cost underneath them. It delivers reliably on what it promises, which is more than most of its competition manages.

For anyone who wants their crime drama to earn its twists, EastEnders Season 4 delivers. It stands on its own even without an obvious comparison point. The complete run is available and best experienced without too much prior knowledge of where it goes. June Brown anchors it, but the writing does the real work. If you are going to commit to one crime drama this month, make it this one.

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🎬 EastEnders Season 4 — Episode Guide

E1
304
1988-01-05
Ethel says her goodbyes in Walford before she moves into sheltered housing. Sharon comes to Simon's rescue when he is left in the lurch at The Dagmar. Ian offers to cook Donna a meal.
E2
305
1988-01-07
Pat is summoned by Lou to discuss a family matter. Colin intends to act on some helpful advice and the Osmans seek an expert's opinion on their troublesome neighbour.
E3
306
1988-01-12
Colin is feeling low due to Barry moving out of the flat. Pauline is considering taking on a cleaning job at The Dagmar now Angie's not working there. Lofty is over the moon about Michelle's pregnancy, but she is not happy about it or ready to move back in with him, and asks him not to tell anyone j...
E4
307
1988-01-14
Lofty continues to tell people about Michelle's pregnancy, whilst Michelle phones the hospital. Barry considers moving into Ethel's old flat and Arthur is offered a job.
E5
308
1988-01-19
Sharon and Duncan talk about Angie. He reassures her, and tells her, that her mother's drinking is not her fault or responsibility. Arthur finds out from Darren that Michelle is pregnant, and although cross at hearing it from a stranger, he's over the moon. Michelle meets with Den in the Square to d...
E6
309
1988-01-21
Michelle reaches a decision which stuns Lofty and her family and Arthur is confronted by the loan shark.
E7
310
1988-01-26
Arthur and Pauline struggle with Michelle. Lou receives another letter from Kenny. Lofty repaints the flat.
E8
311
1988-01-28
Pauline yet again sees Den chatting to Michelle. Den hires Frank to help out at the Queen Vic. An indoor fete at the community hall goes awry for Sue and Kathy. Lofty accepts Willmott-Brown's job as barman.
E9
312
1988-02-02
Pete is being hounded by an unsatisfied customer, and he tells him to get lost. Rod is stitched up by Darren regarding a job he wants him to do. Dot seems to be being watched by a man in the café. Rod vows revenge on Darren, saying he can run but he cannot hide.
E10
313
1988-02-04
Pete is nervous about his brother Kenny turning up after 23 years away. Dot gets worried when a man with a beard keeps hanging around Bridge Street Café. Rod tells him not to step out of line. The man leaves, but comes back later. Dot says if he robs her, all she has to do is scream and everyone in ...
E11
314
1988-02-09
Kathy receives a worrying call on Samaritan duty and believes it is someone from the Square she may know. Pete is becoming moody about his brother Kenny coming to Walford from New Zealand. Ian helps Barry move his belongings into his new flat.
E12
315
1988-02-11
Ethel returns to the Square to see Dot, having heard about Kenny's visit. Den gets fed up of Darren dealing in his pub. Chris gets advice from Willmott-Brown about him potentially losing his driving licence following his car crash in December.
E13
316
1988-02-16
Conversation about Kenny is rife among the Beale and Fowler family. Dot is excited to write an article for the local church newsletter. Barry invites Colin for a drink at the Vic before he goes clubbing with Elizabeth, Ian and Judy.
E14
317
1988-02-18
Pat is in a foul mood the day after seeing Kenny. Ashraf and Sufia are pleased with Arthur's work at the shop. Elizabeth is impressed with Ian's cooking.
E15
318
1988-02-23
Sue worries about the baby as she has not felt it kick. Darren wants to join Ian and Barry in their disco business.
E16
319
1988-02-25
Kenny and Pete want answers from Pat as to who the father of Simon is. Sue is worried that her second baby may die another cot death. Carmel says that someone to have a second baby to die of cot death is unheard of. Tom is reluctant to let the disco go ahead at the community centre but agrees to it ...
E17
320
1988-03-01
It is Ian's 18th birthday and he receives an adult book from someone but he doesn't know who. Kenny and Pete start to get along well. Magda hounds Willmott-Brown for an answer about her offer on his house.
E18
321
1988-03-03
Den is in a happy mood and visits Angie in the hospital. They talk about looking for a pub in Richmond and she says she has a proposition for him, which she will explain later. Magda has relationship problems. Chris makes things up with Mary.
E19
322
1988-03-08
Preparations are in full swing at the Vic for Angie's homecoming. Den is snappy, while Sharon is excited. Wicksy arrives to talk to Den and is sent packing.
E20
323
1988-03-10
Den tells Simon to get over Magda and move on with his life. Mary is angry with Rod. The Beales and Fowlers have a party before Kenny leaves.

🎭 Cast of EastEnders Season 4

June Brown
June Brown
Dorothy Branning
Gillian Taylforth
Gillian Taylforth
Kathy
Anna Wing
Anna Wing
Lou Beale
Adam Woodyatt
Adam Woodyatt
Ian Beale
Sandy Ratcliff
Sandy Ratcliff
Sue Osman
Nej Adamson
Nej Adamson
Ali Osman
Tom Watt
Tom Watt
Lofty Holloway
Pam St. Clement
Pam St. Clement
Pat
Leslie Grantham
Leslie Grantham
Den Watts
Wendy Richard
Wendy Richard
Pauline

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