EastEnders has shown one of its most disturbing plots to date. Joel Marshall’s misogyny is making things difficult for his family. And Vicki Foweler is caught in the middle. The drama hasn’t started yet, but fans are already excited. Keep scrolling to learn more.
EastEnders’ Vicki’s Struggle Against Joel’s Behaviour
Alice Haig, played by Vicki Fowler, is at her breaking point. She has been tired of Joel’s actions. His attitude has become impossible to ignore. Instead of changing his attitude, he has fallen into dangerous online spaces. They glorify toxic masculinity and shock their family with how they treat women. It is heartbreaking for the fans as well.
Joel’s father, Ross, has made things worse. Instead of confronting his son, he starts defending him. Instead of holding his son accountable, he covers up his crimes. This has created an even bigger rift in the family. His constant cover-up makes Vicki feel isolated. She can’t stop what’s happening, and it’s hurting her relationship with Ross. She fears what crime Joel will plan.
Haig admitted in a recent interview that the storyline is dark and gets even darker. She said playing Vicki has pushed her emotionally because the character is forced to live in fear every day. Viewers can also feel the pressure through her performances. The desperation of someone trying to save their family now seems blurred. However, this is not just a soap opera. Many people actually go through these things in the real world.
Joel’s Crimes Come To Light
Joel’s actions have already crossed lines. The moment he secretly filmed an intimate moment without consent, his decision to share it has left fans enraged. But this is not it. The real shock came when Ross made a chilling discovery. Joel’s laptop contained explicit footage and upskirting images. Ross was shocked by this, and for any parent, it was the worst nightmare.
Instead of apologising, Joel’s reaction stunned viewers. He dismissed the discovery. He claimed he had done far worse things. At that moment, everybody realised how sick Joel had become. Ross smashed his laptop in anger, but it was too late. Joel’s true self was already out, and Vicki is also aware of his mindset now.
But things didn’t cool down. Joel threatened Vicki. He told her she needed a slap. Vicki was shocked and left heartbroken. She couldn’t believe Joel’s words. Fans could feel the weight of her silence. She is trapped between protecting her family and surviving the threat inside her own house.
This story highlights how toxic online communities can distort children’s thinking. It could destroy trust within families. EastEnders shows how hate against women can grow into violence, and this is just the start of the fallout. For more EastEnders spoilers and updates, keep following Soap Opera Daily.