Emmerdale set for 'explosive' scenes as twisted feuds spark danger and betrayal

There's bound to be hectic, drama-filled and some potentially devastating scenes on Emmerdale in the coming weeks.

Three big families on the show are all at warwith each other, and two of those families have feuds rumbling between relatives too. It's nothing new seeing loved ones clash, betrayals spark horror and relationships tested.

But in upcoming scenes there's somewhat of a battle triangle going on. Arguably three of soap's most well known families, the Tates, the Dingles and the Sugdens, are about to feature in an almighty clash.

Tate duo Kim and Joe might have the last laugh though, as it's the other two clans who are at war within their families as well as with other village households. It's certainly a messy time ahead, but how far will they all go?

We can guarantee eventful episodes ahead with tense scenes, probably some humour too while things may even take a dark turn. After all, one resident is causing "mayhem" with more than one villain, while one couple face losing everything if another duo get their own way.

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Our soap source teased: "The Dingles, Sugdens and the Tates are three iconic soap families. To be against each other is one thing and will lead to explosive scenes - but for those within the clans to be at war too could lead to all kinds of upset.

"They may band together when times get tough, but they're also quick to turn on one another if they need to. Family code is quickly thrown out of the window where ultimatums and betrayals are concerned."

Robert Sugden in particular could have a tough battle on his hands after his vow to cause carnage recently. Our insider explained: "Robert may need to watch his back. He's crossed both his killer brother John Sugden and iconic village 'villain' Kim Tate. Robert has proven time and time again he's not one to be messed with though, so it's anyone's guess how this latest backstabbing will turn out.

"Robert could find himself the unlucky next victim of John, as he continues desperately in his attempt to expose his brother's dark lies unaware of just who he's messing with. As for Kim, she's got the unpredictable and rather villainous Joe Tate on her side, so perhaps Robert should watch out before creating an enemy of them."

It seems the Tates, for now, could finally have each other's backs with them busy targeting other families. "Kim and Joe have become this dynamic duo, and while they do question each other's loyalties every now and again, they often get a plan in motion and are determined to see it through," our soap expert said. "With Moira Dingle their next target, it's not long before the two families are at war.

"But it sets off a chain of events that cause an implosion of sorts amid the Dingle clan, and some rather close siblings are suddenly locked in a feud. Loyalties are tested, ultimatums are issued and someone gets arrested."

Fans will be used to seeing the Dingles rowing, but might things be irreversible this time? Our soap insider went on: "We've seen the Dingles fall out before, it's nothing new. Their claims of sticking together seem to be selective. But this time, with Sam and wife Lydia possibly choosing the Tates, a known Dingle enemy, over their own family, it could lead to their most explosive family feud yet.

"We know Cain finds it difficult to forgive and forget, and he and Sam can be as stubborn as each other. But if Sam and Lydia form an alliance with Kim despite her and Joe's plans to get Moira's farm, risking her livelihood and her home, we can't imagine Cain letting his go so easily."

It's not just the Dingles turning on each other though, with Victoria Sugden caught in the middle of her brothers John and Robert. Our insider said: "The Sugdens are at war with each other, well Robert and John are. Robert's also risking war with the Tates, who are locked in for battle with the Dingles. So adding the Dingle's feuding with each other into the mix, and we've got ourselves some no doubt fiery, tense and high drama scenes on the way in the coming weeks and months."

Emmerdale airs weeknights at 7:30pm on ITV1 and ITVX, with an hour-long episode on Thursdays. * Follow Mirror Celebs and TV on TikTok , Snapchat , Instagram , Twitter , Facebook , and Threads.