Hollyoaks delivered a devastating blow to Maxine Minniver as the truth about Mark “Dodger” Savage’s secret life was finally uncovered.
The latest episode, which aired on Tuesday, February 25, saw Maxine forced to confront the reality of Dodger’s deception, leaving her reeling from the shocking revelations.
Dodger’s Return Sparks Suspicion
After a decade away, Dodger made an unexpected return to the village last month.
However, his comeback was not just a nostalgic homecoming—he had a hidden agenda.
His return was tied to an undercover police investigation into the criminal dealings of Grace Black and Rex, who had been operating under a veil of secrecy.
While working on his covert mission, Dodger also reignited a romance with Maxine. But in an effort to protect her, he chose to conceal the true nature of his work. Instead, he fed her a fabricated story about working in construction in France, using their long-distance arrangement as a way to maintain his cover.
Maxine’s Doubts Begin to Surface
Tuesday’s episode kicked off with Liberty picking up on Maxine’s change in demeanor. Noticing a newfound spark in her friend’s eyes, she assumed Maxine had developed feelings for Robbie. Though her guess was off the mark, Maxine did confirm that she was seeing someone—albeit under “complicated” circumstances.
As the day unfolded, Maxine met up with Dodger, expressing her struggles with their arrangement. She admitted that she found his explanations about his work unconvincing, particularly his supposed job in France. Suspicion gnawed at her, and when he stepped out of the car to take a phone call, she seized the opportunity to search for answers herself.
The Shocking Truth Uncovered
Maxine’s instincts proved correct. While rummaging through the glove compartment, she stumbled upon a passport bearing the name ‘Ben Phillips’—a clear indicator that Dodger was not who he claimed to be. But the discovery that truly rattled her was the presence of a handgun, forcing her to demand an immediate explanation.
With no way to continue his charade, Dodger finally came clean. He revealed that he was now working undercover as part of a police operation, having left behind a life of crime. His assignment? To infiltrate a dangerous gang operating within the village. But the most painful confession came when he admitted that his return was not purely a coincidence—he needed information about Maxine’s late father.
Maxine’s Devastation and Betrayal
Although Dodger insisted that he had genuinely fallen back in love with her, his words failed to mend the deep wound caused by his lies. Feeling betrayed and used, Maxine stormed off, unable to process the overwhelming truth.
Still reeling from the discovery, she later confided in Liberty, revealing everything that had transpired and explaining why she had no choice but to end things with Dodger. What she didn’t realize, however, was that their conversation had been overheard by DI Banks—a corrupt officer with ties to the gang. Wasting no time, Banks immediately tipped off Grace about the situation.
Grace Black’s Ruthless Move
As always, Grace was quick to act when it came to protecting her criminal empire. Wasting no time, she sought out Maxine, pretending to offer her a luxury handbag as a thoughtful gift. But her motives were far from innocent—Grace was fishing for information about Maxine’s mystery man.
Meanwhile, Rex questioned Grace about her next move, prompting her to reveal her sinister intentions. Without hesitation, she declared that it was time to root out the mole in her operation—setting the stage for an explosive showdown in the episodes to come.
What Lies Ahead for Maxine and Dodger?
With Maxine feeling deceived and Grace on high alert, the fallout from Dodger’s revelation is sure to send shockwaves through the village. Will Maxine find herself caught in the crossfire of the dangerous game unfolding around her? And with Grace closing in, will Dodger be able to maintain his cover, or is he in more danger than ever before?
As tensions rise, Hollyoaks promises even more gripping drama, keeping viewers on the edge of their seats.
Hollyoaks airs on Mondays-Wednesdays, with episodes premiering on Channel 4 streaming at 7am before airing on E4 at 7pm. Full episodes are also available on YouTube a week after their Channel 4 release.
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