The UKTV-owned . During Grant's absence, Phil and Johnny embarked on a feud that led to Dennis and Sharon getting involved. Knowing he cannot get it, Grant threatens him unless he returns the money. [4], To cast Phil and Grant Mitchell many actors were screen-tested together. Mary also comes between couple Joe Wicks (Paul Nicholls) and Sarah Hills (Daniela Denby-Ashe), but Joe returns to Sarah after they have a one-night stand, breaking her heart. You may be able to find the same content in another format, or you may be able to find more information, at their web site. ? He puts Sharon's boss Eddie Royle (Michael Melia), the landlord of The Queen Victoria public house, in hospital after he makes a pass at Sharon; he later becomes prime suspect for Royle's murder, but is proved not guilty when the killer is revealed to be Nick Cotton (John Altman), the well established local villain who eventually owns up to the crime but is found not guilty in court. An example of this was that he was one of the few people who offered support to Mark Fowler when he was isolated by the rest of Albert Square (led ironically by Grant's mother, Peggy), because of his HIV illness. Grant telephones Courtney to ask to stay with her but she refuses. Old-school fans were excited when UKTV revealed that the early shenanigans from Albert Square would be returning to TV screens in time for summer, but audiences were left disappointed on Friday (October 12) when episode 97 was seemingly skipped. Terry is desperate to buy a classic car from Roy - with Irene's money. Follow. BBC. Births 1997wasEastEnders' thirteenthyear of production. "[4] Clark Pullen added, "I was expecting the cast to be luvvies but they were all brilliant real grafters and totally down to earth. Coming from Blackrock, near Dublin, I just didn't realise what an obsession EastEnders is over in England. The BBC was forced to issue an apology for causing offence.[2]. He then returned to the show on 24 October 2005 for a few weeks and returned again between March and June 2006. He was portrayed as a tough persona, wildly known for his fiery temper and his tendency to resort to violence. Classic Eastenders (14th January 1997) Report. Sharon then calls Grant in Portugal, leaving a voicemail saying that his family needs him. EastEnders (TV Series 1985-2023) cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. Its been 35 years since EastEnders first debuted on screens. 25:39. Episodes of Classic EastEnders which are shown weekdays on the Drama TV Channel in the UK. On the Buses S01E02 The new conductor. "[37] Kemp also received 'Most Popular Actor' nominations at the 1996, 1997, 1998 and 2006 National Television Awards,[35][38] and British Soap Award nominations for 'Villain of the Year' in 1999,[35] and 'Spectacular Scene of the Year' in 2006, for Grant's brush with death in 'Get Johnny Week'. Grant confronts Ian about keeping the secret for so long and punches him after Ian insults his parenting skills. One of EastEnders' most popular and highly rated storylines was "Sharongate", where Grant discovers that his wife Sharon Watts (Letitia Dean) has been having an affair with his brother. 27:14. This set was introduced after the demise of the Jazzy version in 1994.. Gerry McCrae is the shopkeeper in Kilmoneen, the Irish village where the Flaherty family live. He knows the Flahertys and mediates between them and the Fowlers when they get into arguments. It selected an unrepresentative range of stereotypes. This website uses cookies for functionality, analytics and advertising purposes as described in our, Ex - Eastenders ' cast members current projects, Classic EastEnders Episode Discussion 1987, Classic EastEnders episode discussion: 2002. Grant often displayed laddish, thrill-seeking behaviour; drinking, chasing women, clubbing, gambling and living off of his wits. 27:58. Browse more videos. By then, Grant and Phil have conducted a plan to cheat some gangsters by intercepting a drug deal and stealing a large amount of cash in order to take care of their debts. Ra. Playing next. DIGITAL SPY, PART OF THE HEARST UK ENTERTAINMENT NETWORK. "[7][8] His colleague, John Lahiffe, added: "I am dismayed by the mischievous nature of it. Apologies for not uploading over the last few days- every video I've tried to put up has been blocked! He initially has very few storylines, but he is chosen to be the best man at Terry Raymond (Gavin Richards)'s wedding (which is later called off).He has a crush on April Branning (Debbie Arnold) but no relationship ever develops between them.Then there is the arrival of his teenage son Matthew (Joe . The online home of EastEnders discussion since 1997. [5] Steve McFadden was given the role of Phil. NOTE: Please do not add content from the BBC iPlayer's early episodes until it has been aired on television, as it is intrusive to our readers who may not have seen the episode on iPlayer. Both actors worked well and convincingly together and both shared similar physical characteristics, such as short cropped hair and a "round, open face" facial characteristics also shared by Danniella Westbrook, who was chosen to play their sister Samantha partly because of this (Westbrook was later recast, with Kim Medcalf taking over).[5]. Good God, it's stomach-churning watching Ian smile ravenously in the chippy as he kisses Janine after she teases him about his domination tendencies. Pets Classic Eastenders (27th May 1996) MDTVS. 30 December 1997 Mary Flaherty is a fictional character from the BBC soap opera EastEnders, played by Melanie Clark Pullen, from 22 September 1997 to 23 February 1999. [1] On 26 July 2022, it was announced that Grant would feature in a flashback episode focusing on the Mitchell family in 1979. Main Characters It's been 35 years since EastEnders first debuted on screens. "[7], Various Irish entertainers and sports personalities also went public with their opinions on the episodes. [14], Later, when Pauline is at Maggie's house, and her eldest son Eamonn brings his father home, Pauline is shocked to see that Maggie was married to Sean. . Easter Monday was March 31st in 1997. After a heart to heart, Grant realizes that Mark would be better off not knowing and decides to return to Portugal after seeing Phil. 18th March - Sarah Hills and Robbie Jackson sleep together. In April 2019, Martin Fowler (James Bye) goes to Ireland to attend her funeral. Read more news, spoilers and gossip on our EastEnders homepage. EastEnders 28th August 2018 | EastEnders replay | EastEnders 28th August 2018. He mocked the episode's stunts, commenting: "There are so many post-watershed dramas on TV that do these kind of scenes properly that Phil and Grant ended up looking like two little kids playing on a building site. [12] The episodes which were watched by 25.3 million viewers[13] centred around Grant's discovery of the affair and his startling reaction. At the time of filming the Ireland episodes, Gleeson, from Thurles, County Tipperary, said, "The EastEnders cast are all really nice people", and Shanley said, "I've always been a big fan of EastEnders and to tell the truth I was a bit star struck [] But they made us all feel very much at ease. Grant took great pride in being a Mitchell, his late father had a local reputation as a boxer. Info [37] Collecting his award, he commented: "People have a go at all soaps, but the people you see on screen are giving their all 52 weeks a year. News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Phil initially insists he does not need Grant's help but then accepts it. She begs Pauline to take Mary back to Walford with her. Grant returns to the square soon after and walks in on Phil and Peggy. [7][8] Callers to Radio Ulster's Talkback programme and Gerry Ryan's morning talk show on RT radio, demanded that the scriptwriters be sacked. Sharon decides to go to the police and finds Grant outside the police station as a result of being drunk and disorderly. Classic Eastenders (18th August 1997) MDTVS. All rights reserved. Drama channel has caused confusion among fans of more vintage episodes of EastEnders. Eamonn is witness to the first kiss between his sister Colette and Martin Fowler (James Alexandrou), when they go to collect him from choir practice. Check out Roy's epic burn against Nathan here after the 5 minute mark: That's a rather good line. Mary breaks her pelvis whilst on holiday in Norfolk and then gets involved with Matthew Rose (Joe Absolom) and Robbie Jackson (Dean Gaffney), before leaving Walford with her father, Conor, and his pregnant lover, Mark's wife Ruth Fowler (Caroline Paterson). He plans to take Peggy with him back to Portugal, only for her to say that her cancer is active. The episode featured the faces of well-known characters when they were a little fresher. Log in. Ross Kemp to return to EastEnders later this year", "EastEnders: Ross Kemp to film for an extra three weeks", "Ross Kemp on Twitter: "Anyone need a car fixing? Even though he is of aware of the potential repercussions, Eamonn informs his father that his niece Mary (Melanie Clark Pullen) has been having an affair with a married man, and Sean is furious. 1392-1553 He accused them of selling out their heritage and denigrating their fellow-countrymen. Classic Eastenders (14th January 1997) MDTVS. The episodes were badly received by viewers and heavily criticised in the media. When Pauline and her family leave, taking Mary with them, she begs Maggie to leave Sean and return to Walford with her, but Maggie decides to stay and look after her vast family. It was announced in July 1997 that Pauline Fowler's (Wendy Richard) long lost family were to be introduced into EastEnders. Kemp was persuaded to return to the role for brief stints during a period of heavy media criticism aimed at EastEnders. The plot, which was slated to be aired on Christmas Day 1997, evoked high criticism from female MPs and children's groups, TV clean-up campaigners and church officials, who were all expressive in unanimous condemnation about the BBC's "cynical ploy to win the seasonal ratings war over arch-rival Coronation Street." Whilst teaming up with Phil and Sharon to prove Sam's innocence, Grant forms a rivalry with her husband Dennis Rickman (Nigel Harman) who had previously teamed up with Den to imprison Phil for robbery. 9 days ago. Sign up. Grant would not find out that the baby is his until years later. Category:1997 Episodes | EastEnders Wiki | Fandom in: 1997, Episodes by year, 1990s Episodes 1997 Episodes Category page View source Trending pages Episode 1412 (18 February 1997) Episode 1550 (25 December 1997) Episode 1553 (30 December 1997) Episode 1551 (26 December 1997) Episode 1441 (24 April 1997) Episode 1433 (7 April 1997) Despite this, however, his family is important to him particularly his relationship with his older brother Phil (Steve McFadden). 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The following is a list of characters that first appeared in the BBC soap opera EastEnders in 1997, by order of first appearance. [33], Grant's long-awaited return eventually happened in 2005, during a period of heavy media criticism aimed at EastEnders. In 2011, Kemp told Radio Times that he has no plans to return to EastEnders: "I enjoy the fact that I've far more control over my destiny than I ever had when acting. Sign up. 27:30. In light of this iconic revelation, Grant attacked Phil and exacted revenge on Sharon until she departed the programme following her betrayal. [11] Comic Brendan O'Carroll said, "Whoever wrote the script has obviously never been to Ireland. The episode in which Phil betrayed his brother with Sharon occurred in September 1992 in one of the soap's notorious three-handers. Grant rushes to Courtney's aid and assumes Mark is attacking her, but Sharon tells him he is Michelle's son. The net is starting to close in on Alistair. Send me EastEnders Classics Archive - 2007 Megapack, Part 1 (Jan-Jun) After quitting his job at the newly reopened Scarlet nightclub, currently owed by Jake following Johnny's imprisonment, Grant leaves the country again with Courtney for a new life in Portugal. Welcome to the Digital Spy forums. 25th March - Ted Hills attacks Robbie. It's a shame bastard is considered too strong for daytime TV as it seems rather tame by the standard of some words these days. Log in. Gerry is a married man, but is secretly having an affair with Mary Flaherty (Melanie Clark Pullen). Answer: Numberblocks. Their volatile relationship made headlines in July 1997 amid reports that EastEnders bosses were considering airing a highly controversial storyline that saw Tiffany brutally raped by Grant. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Browse more videos. [4], As a consequence of these changes, a large number of characters, including Marge Green (Pat Coombs), Julie Cooper (Louise Plowright), Trevor Short (Phil McDermott) and Paul Priestly (Mark Thrippleton), were axed in early 1990 as the new production machine cleared way for a new direction and new characters. Maggie fears for her safety, so she sends her to London to live with Pauline. ??????? Deaths I am an Irishman and I'm proud of it, but I'm not a drunk and I'm certainly not backward and neither are my compatriots." Irish people can laugh at themselves but, the point is, this is one of the most popular programmes on British television, and it decided to present an image of Ireland that conforms to old-fashioned negative stereotypes. Doof Doofs 27:31. Grant showed impulsive behaviour, a disregard for social rules and an indifference to the feelings of others, particularly the women in his life. [26] Later, it was announced that Kemp would film a further three weeks,[27] and he resumed filming on 6 June 2016[28] and finished on 26 June 2016. Mary is the granddaughter of Maggie Flaherty (Olivia Shanley), Pauline Fowler 's ( Wendy Richard) long-lost sister. The Classic EastEnders Thread (Part 2) . [45] Additionally, the show was criticised for turning the brothers into a comical farce by incorporating uncharacteristic humour into their dialect, which was described as "cringeworthy. MDTVS. Classic Eastenders (9th January 1997) MDTVS. The BBC have a good track record and this would seem to be a dodgy storyline that has somehow crept through. Grant manages to put behind him his differences with both Phil and Sharon, forgiving Sharon when she confesses that she aborted his child. Same. Registered in England. She grows attracted to his machismo, and soon their flirting progresses into a relationship. "[1], In November 2000, Clark Pullen revealed that becoming a celebrity sent her "spiraling into depression". After discovering that Grant vengefully had sex with his wife Kathy Mitchell, Phil went ballistic with a handgun causing the car Grant was driving to career at high speed into the River Thames. Pauline and her family try to find Maggie, and when they do, they visit her in Kilmoneen, Ireland. 1:43. Grant was originally depicted as the more spontaneous of the Mitchell double-act, suffering from a lack of self-control, often incapable of restraining himself and requiring his elder brother to do it for him. EastEnders 27th May 2021 | EastEnders 27-5-2021 | EastEnders Thursday 27th May 2021. He reunites with Tiffany to be near his daughter, but by this time his marriage has deteriorated. [1] Complaints were made by the Irish Embassy and there were fears that the episodes would have a negative effect on the Irish tourist trade. It is going to be fireworks from the start."[22]. Classic Eastenders (7th August 1997) MDTVS. When did you last see a donkey walking along our streets? Known as the "Mitchell brothers", Grant and Phil have become household names in the United Kingdom due to their association with the stereotypical black leather jacket wearing bald and brutal thug. Just watched today's episode where Nathan leaves and the Drama Channel CUT OUT THE BEST LINE! He was named 'Best Actor' at the 1999 and 2006 British Soap Awards,[35][36] as well as the 1998 TV Quick and TV Choice Awards. In 1997, EastEnders aired a storyline in which the character Pauline Fowler (Wendy Richard) discovers that she has a long-lost sister, Maggie Flaherty (Olivia Shanley). Courtney calls Grant, who is staying with Aunt Sal (Anna Karen) due to losing his villa and bar in Portugal, for help after Ben and Jay Brown (Jamie Borthwick) are kidnapped by the men who attacked Ben and killed his boyfriend Paul Coker (Jonny Labey). "[6] They were also joined by a host of other characters, including Maggie's husband Sean (Pat Laffan), second son Eamonn (Maurice O'Donoghue), Eamonn's wife Brenda (Janet Behan) and daughter Colette (Shiona Redmond). "[4], A number of Irish actors were cast as Pauline's long-lost relatives, many of whom were starring in their first prominent television role. Grant and Dennis soon put their differences aside to help Phil with their conflict against Johnny Allen (Billy Murray), the local gangland kingpin who holds a grudge against the Mitchell brothers because of their mother Peggy (Barbara Windsor). Phil and Grant rush back to Johnny's mansion to confront him once more, only to find out that he has already been arrested; Johnny surrendered to the police after his daughter, Ruby (Louisa Lytton) threatened to disown her father unless he confessed to his crimes. Despite his hot-headed tendencies, Sharon sees a different side to Grant, and when he proposes marriage to her, she accepts on the condition that he buys her childhood home, The Queen Vic, which he does. He was often portrayed as arrogant and egotistical, with an inflated opinion of his own importance. EastEnders Wiki is a FANDOM TV Community. ? Browse more videos. Actor Garret Keogh, who played an "ignorant" Irish hotel owner in the EastEnders episodes, revealed: "The streets around Cabra, where I live, are hopping. The return proved to be a ratings success. 27:31. Classic Eastenders (29th August 1997) MDTVS. However he is not completely without showing rare signs of compassion. Meanwhile, Ian locked away Dennis Mitchell below deck as revenge for him bullying his son Bobby - only to lose the keys and leave him to drown. Grant is desperate for a child, although Sharon would rather concentrate on the pub for the time being, and when he discovers Sharon is still taking contraception, he smashes up the pub and then disappears. Writer of Sharongate, Tony Jordan, has stated that of all the storylines he has penned for the soap, Sharongate is the one he is most proud of. [18], On 24 March 1999, it was reported that Kemp had decided to leave EastEnders after almost ten years of playing Grant. [2] She said "The whole thing terrified the life out of me. EastEnders scriptwriter Colin Brake has said that it was a challenging period, but "the results on-screen were a programme with a new sense of vitality, and a programme more in touch with the real world than it had been for a while". Drama channel has caused confusion among fans of more vintage episodes of EastEnders. The EastEnders production team haven't got a clue about modern Irish society; they are living in the Dark Ages. The character was reintroduced along with his brother Phil. Another was that he went to console Nigel Bates after his wife, Debbie, was killed by in a road accident. Grant tells Courtney that Phil killed Peggy. I'm disappointed the producers allowed it to be broadcast as it was." They now live in Scotland. Directors [25] His return coincided with Windsor's final appearance as Grant's mother Peggy. All I remember him for was dying in the house fire with Trevor. When the Fowlers go to Ireland to meet their relatives, Mary is a teenager in trouble. Classic Eastenders (14th August 1997) MDTVS. [1] Melanie Clark Pullen secured the role and made her first appearance on 22 September 1997. Marriages Contents 1 Main characters 2 Doof-Doof Count 3 Episodes 4 Promotional photos Main characters Doof-Doof Count Episodes [23] Although he only featured in the show for a period of three weeks initially, his contract was subsequently extended for a further three months, beginning in the spring of 2006. [7] Others were angered by the scriptwriters' decision to include various farm animals in a street scene on the outskirts of Dublin, with one viewer commenting to the Daily Mirror: "It was nothing like life in the real Ireland of today. [30] He has become one of EastEnders biggest sex-symbols described by the magazine, Women Republic, as "an ideal bit of rough the antithesis to the pretty boys who spend longer in front of the mirror than we do. Her father also follows her. Phil gives him money, and he reunites with Courtney and the pair return to Portugal. Episodes Classic Eastenders (21st August 1997) MDTVS 27:30 Classic Eastenders (19th August 1997) MDTVS 27:31 Classic Eastenders (14th August 1997) MDTVS 27:29 Classic Eastenders (12th August 1997) MDTVS 24:56 On the Buses S01E03 Olive takes a trip MDTVS 25:39 On the Buses S01E02 The new conductor MDTVS 25:44 On the Buses S01E01 The early shifts MDTVS 45:01 Grants high-profile return, which aired in October 2005, proved to be a ratings success. Tiffany attempts to snatch Courtney, but is hit by a car driven by Grant's stepfather Frank Butcher (Mike Reid); she dies seconds later as the clock struck midnight. I started to suffer panic attacks and felt increasingly isolated. Barbara is a very close friend so when I learned of the storyline, it felt right that the Mitchell brothers are reunited with their mother for the last time. Grant Mitchell is a fictional character from the British soap opera EastEnders, played by Ross Kemp. 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