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EastEnders flashforward: all the biggest fan theories, from Max’s mystery bride to pregnant lover

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A game-changing flashforward aired on EastEnders this month, offering a shocking look at the future of Max and the Branning family. Set on New Year’s Day 2027, this very special episode saw Max preparing to tie the knot to a mystery bride.

Matters were complicated when the police came calling, arresting Max for allegedly attempting to have someone murdered. Meanwhile, across the street, a faceless gunman confronted Lauren and Oscar, taking them both hostage as the episode ended.

And then there was the matter of Max’s pregnant lover…

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Max Branning in his wedding suit in an EastEnders flashforward

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Lauren looks down the barrel of a gun in EastEnders flashforward

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A pregnancy test box and baby scan on a bedside table
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Joel Harley
EastEnders Insider Editor

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