It’s all change for EastEnders and Doctors viewers as both shows are moving in the schedules to make Monday to Thursday the time to watch them in their new broadcast slots live on BBC One and BBC Two.

From Monday 7 March, EastEnders will TX at 7.30pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday nights on BBC One. Doctors will continue to air in its usual lunchtime slot at 1.45pm on BBC One but viewers will get another opportunity to watch in peak time when the drama gets its evening debut at 7pm on BBC Two, making it available to a whole new audience.

Both dramas will continue to be available to watch on BBC iPlayer as they premiere in their new slots giving viewers the choice to watch when and where they desire. EastEnders remains one of BBC iPlayer’s most popular shows with over 285 million streams during 2021.

Kate Oates, Head of Continuing Drama, BBC Studios says: “We’re delighted that, from 7th March, there will be new regular time slots for EastEnders on BBC One, and Doctors on BBC Two. Both shows have a loyal following; and this new simplified schedule means it’s even easier for viewers to get their fix, as well as being able to watch whenever and wherever they choose on iPlayer. A 7pm time slot gives a whole new audience chance to enjoy the drama in Leatherbridge; while EastEnders‘ new 7.30pm slot begins with a hugely exciting week, as killer Gray Atkins is finally exposed…

The new schedule starts on Monday 7 March with a huge week in Walford as viewers will see the brand-new EastEnders set for the first time on air in an extremely dramatic week when the truth about Gray Atkins is finally exposed. Gray has desperately tried to bury the truth about his crimes but since Christmas the walls have been closing in on him but just what happens when the truth comes out remains to be seen…

Over in Doctors Jimmi is faced with an urgent crisis with one of his patients, whilst the pressure mounts for Zara who has not only introduced new Trainee GP Princess, but also realises the extent that one of her colleagues has gone to in their bid to divide and conquer but who will remain victorious?