Emmerdale fans will need to adjust their evening plans once again, as the ITV soap has been shifted from its usual slot tonight (Thursday, April 2).
With sport and special programming continuing to shake up the schedule, Emmerdale – along with Coronation Street – has been moved, leaving many viewers double-checking when to tune in.
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Is Emmerdale on tonight and what time does it air?
Tonight, Emmerdale will not air at its usual 8pm slot.
Instead, the episode will be shown earlier at 7.30pm, with Coronation Street following at 8pm.
For those who prefer to watch ahead, the episode is also available via the early morning drop at 7am on ITVX and YouTube.
The changes come after further disruption earlier in the week, with Tuesday’s episode pulled due to football coverage. To make up for the missed instalments, both soaps are set to air catch-up episodes on Easter Sunday.
It’s the latest in a string of schedule shake-ups, with sport repeatedly pushing the soaps around in recent weeks.
What happens in Emmerdale tonight?
In tonight’s episode, tensions rise as a letter arrives confirming Paddy and Dylan’s court date – and it’s sooner than expected.
While Paddy tries to stay strong for Dylan, it’s clear he’s struggling behind the scenes as the reality of the situation sets in. Things take a worrying turn when he arrives at the vets and looks at the bolt gun.
Elsewhere, Jacob continues to feel the pressure from his mentor after recent events involving Kim.
When he witnesses Dr Todd shouting at and manhandling a patient, he’s left deeply uncomfortable. Despite Rich warning him to stay out of it, Jacob decides to confront her – but it could come at a cost.
With the schedule continuing to shift, viewers will want to stay on top of the latest timings – especially as the drama in the village shows no signs of slowing down.
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