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EastEnders: Episode 1, 19/02/1985

19/02/1985

16/02/2015

Episode 1, 19/02/1985

BBC One - EastEnders, Episode 1, 19/02/1985

As EastEnders celebrates its 30th anniversary, relive the first episode.

30 years ago, the fate of missing Albert Square resident Reg Cox was revealed to the nation. Step back in time to Walford, 1985 - where it all began.

In the first visit to Albert Square, the fate of missing resident Reg Cox is revealed to Den, Arthur and Ali when they break into his flat. Dr Legg is quickly called to the scene.

Meanwhile, Pauline and Arthur reveal a secret to Lou and Nick Cotton causes trouble in the Queen Vic.

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