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Hollyoaks reveals special flashback scenes in 21 new spoiler pictures
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Next week on Hollyoaks, key events from the soap's "missing year" are shown on screen in full for the first time in a special flashback episode.
Joel Dexter's mysterious backstory with Tommy Odenkirk is explained, Warren Fox returns for a cameo and we see how Mercedes McQueen's emotional storyline got started.
Our 21-picture gallery offers a sneak peek at what's in store.
Monday, April 7: A special flashback episode airs
Jamie Lomas reprises his role as Warren for these scenes.
Monday, April 7: Joel gets a surprise
While trying to buy drugs, he comes face-to-face with Warren.
Monday, April 7: Joel has hit rock bottom again
He's facing problems in his marriage to Leela.
Monday, April 7: Warren isn't impressed
Will he give Joel some home truths?
Monday, April 7: The flashbacks continue
Tommy is central to the story as his backstory is explored for the first time.
Monday, April 7: In the flashback, Tommy faces a tough time
He's being bullied by his brother Billy.
Monday, April 7: Joel is nearby
He's at the club.
Monday, April 7: Joel witnesses the commotion unfold
He spots Tommy, a stranger, in trouble.
Monday, April 7: Joel tries to intervene
He confronts Billy.
Monday, April 7: The altercation escalates
In the present day, Billy is in a coma. What exactly happened and what role did Joel play?
Monday, April 7: Freddie also faces a tough time in the flashback
The scenes show the moment that Lexi was taken to hospital after being left alone with Curtis.
Monday, April 7: Freddie gets a surprise
He spots Warren outside the hospital.
Monday, April 7: Freddie isn't pleased to see Warren
Tensions rise.
Monday, April 7: Warren and Freddie continue to clash
Old hostilities continue.
Monday, April 7: Arlo plays a role in the flashback too
He crosses paths with Warren outside the hospital.
Monday, April 7: Warren asks for help
He wants Arlo to give Mercedes a letter.
Monday, April 7: The start of Mercedes' storyline is seen in the flashback
We see her arrange an important medical appointment after noticing some concerning bowel changes.
Monday, April 7: Mercedes is worried
But Misbah is on hand to offer support.
Monday, April 7: Leela and Mercedes confide in each other
Mercedes explains about her health concerns, while Leela reveals that she was sexually assaulted.
Tuesday, April 8: Returning to the present day, there are dramatic times for the Blakes
Dodger's return throws them all into a spin.
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