Is Casualty on tonight? When it’s back and next on TV confirmed

| Soaps Reporter Published September 3, 2026 1:20pm Updated September 3, 2026 2:12pm Bad news for Casualty fans – but there’s something big to look forward to (Picture: BBC Studios/Alistair Heap/Matt Burlem) For fans of Casualty, the wait continues for their usual Saturday night trip to Holby City Hospital. Last month, the BBC One medical drama aired the final instalment in the latest boxset Lethal Legacy. The mini-series primarily focused on exploring Flynn Byron’s (Olly Rix) army past, as well as the relationships Dylan Keogh (William Beck) has with son Matty Linlaker (Aron Julius) and friend Stevie Nash (Elinor Lawless). Also, Rash Masum (Neet Mohan) received some really positive news, as he learnt that he had finally become a consultant! To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video Elsewhere in the ED, this boxset saw Rida Amaan (Sarah Seggari) come to terms with her alopecia diagnosis. She was supported by friend and colleague Jodie Whyte (Anna Chell), who helped pick Rida back up whenever her confidence was low. A new era awaits (Picture: BBC/Metro) Speaking of Jodie, the character turned into a bit of a detective this mini-series, as she became passionate about exposing the truth surrounding a local housing development Wyvern Hill. Here’s everything you need to know on why Casualty is not on TV and when it’s back. Why is Casualty not on tonight and when is it back? Casualty has finished its Lethal Legacy boxset, and thus it is currently off air – but it is returning to our screens this week! The doctors of the ED will face their biggest challenge yet upon Casualty’s return (Picture: BBC) The show will stage its TV comeback this Saturday, September 5 with a special double-bill to celebrate 40 years on our screens. Ask Metro Use AI to go deeper into the stories you care about – powered by Metro and trusted publications. And it’s safe to say this particular trip to Holby hospital will change everything. Fans can expect Casualty to come back with a bang, as a huge explosion tears through neighbouring St James ‘ Hospital and leaves Holby dealing with the devastating fallout. Paramedics will be forced to search through the rubble for survivors, while the ED is overwhelmed by a sudden influx of casualties. Things get even more personal for Dylan, who suffers a tragedy of his own while desperately trying to keep his team together. Meanwhile, Stevie and Flynn face a terrifying fight for survival when their ambulance plunges into a flooded quarry, leaving them trapped underwater as the anniversary drama reaches its climax. Deals of the Day An Instagram mattress left me with back pain – this one completely changed my mind Book Val d'Isère, Val Thorens and Tignes for less in Club Med's ski sale Save 25% on red light therapy masks, sauna blankets and sleep gadgets in Bon Charge sale The viral LED face mask with over 350 lights that's currently discounted by £100 A friend said I looked 'snatched' – I credit this new Charlotte Tilbury powder Elsewhere in Casualty news, it’s been reported that Kirsty Mitchell and Sammy T Dobson will leave their roles as Faith Cadogan and Nicole Piper at some point after the anniversary. If you’ve got a soap or TV story, video or pictures get in touch by emailing us soaps@metro.co.uk – we’d love to hear from you. Join the community by leaving a comment below and stay updated on all things soaps on our homepage. Arrow MORE: Race Across The World winner reveals he no longer talks to family after feud ‘boiled over’ Arrow MORE: Casualty star confirms Dylan tragedy that changes him forever Arrow MORE: Casualty’s Melanie Hill and Neet Mohan on ‘apocalyptic’ event in 40th anniversary episodes The Soaps Newsletter – Weekly Sign up for exclusive spoilers and interviews, handpicked by our Soaps Editor.