Emmerdale actors Ryan Hawley and Chris Coghill have revealed unexpected plot twists in an upcoming special episode, which they only discovered upon receiving their scripts. The duo play Robert Sugden and Chris Coghill, whose complex relationship is central to the event.
Recent episodes have shown tension in Robert and Aaron Dingle's marriage, hinting at a breakup. The new standalone episode promises to explore Robert and Chris's connection further, particularly their marriage and shared prison time.
Speaking to The Mirror, Hawley and Coghill noted the episode will include flashbacks covering six years of Robert's imprisonment, focusing mostly on the period starting in 2021. This story arc aims to clarify the events and trauma Robert experienced behind bars, which had only been subtly suggested before.
"It's kind of interesting to not know. It's obviously a scripted, kind of dramatisation of what happened during that time," said Ryan Hawley.
The actors also hinted at a "dramatic climax" in their storyline and mentioned that the episode's themes resemble a previous special Hawley participated in.
This special episode is set to deepen viewers' understanding of Robert Sugden’s backstory and relationships with dramatic new insights.
"We finally find out just what went on while Robert was locked up, with his trauma only hinted at so far."
Author’s summary: The special episode of Emmerdale promises to uncover untold stories of Robert's prison experience and complex relationships, culminating in a dramatic and revealing climax.