Oscar Branning is returning to EastEnders

Oscar will return on screen next month!

Oscar Branning is on his way home to Albert Square this summer, and where Oscar goes, trouble is not far behind.

Oscar was last seen on screen in 2017 when he made a brief visit to Max on Father’s Day. However, just why he is returning and where he’s been is set to be revealed when Lauren receives a mysterious call.

Newcomer Pierre Moullier, who has already begun filming, will play Oscar, who is now 17, as he turns up and turns Lauren’s life upside down.

On taking on the role, Pierre Moullier said "It’s pretty surreal to join EastEnders - it keeps hitting me that I’m actually on Albert Square! When I found out I was joining the Brannings, it was so exciting as they are such an iconic family, and I love that there are so many skeletons in the closet. Oscar is so much fun to play, and the audience should be prepared for the unexpected as he’s a complex guy!"

To which EastEnders' Executive Producer Ben Wadey added "I’m very excited to bring Oscar Branning back to Walford and introduce viewers to him now that he’s all grown up. Oscar is very much a Branning which means there’s going to be plenty of drama in store this summer. We’re delighted to welcome Pierre as he takes on the role and can’t wait for viewers to see him bring Oscar to life."

EastEnders continues Mondays to Thursdays at 7.30pm on BBC One with first look episodes available from 6am on BBC iPlayer