ITV Emmerdale star Sam Hall has teased a potential exit for his character, Samson Dingle, following a series of dramatic events in the village. In a recent interview with The Mirror and other media outlets, Hall expressed his desire to stay on Emmerdale after nearly two decades but hinted at a possible heart-wrenching departure due to significant plot twists. He also suggested a timeframe for how long Samson might be absent and whether audiences can anticipate his return.
Earlier this year, reports speculated that Samson might face a grim fate in an intense storyline. However, Hall quickly dispelled these death rumors, though he did not rule out the possibility of an exit. It was later revealed that Samson would be involved in a chilling stabbing narrative, surviving the attack only to frame Matty Barton. As the truth unravels in upcoming episodes, Samson finds himself in deep trouble, potentially setting the stage for his departure, whether that means imprisonment or fleeing.
Hall discussed the emotional impact on his character, revealing, “There’s the emotional side of dealing with the fact that for a couple of years he won’t be seeing his dad or his stepmom, who is like his real mom, and that has an effect on him.” This statement casts doubt over Samson’s fate in the series. Matty’s family and several Dingles have turned against him and Samson’s father, Sam, due to the lie about the stabbing. Even Lydia Dingle, his stepmother, is in conflict with the pair over the truth, hinting at a potential split between her and Sam.
Spoilers for the upcoming weeks suggest that after a brief escape, Samson might end up running away permanently as his lies become a police issue. Samson admits at the station what he did, but the question remains whether he will be punished for his role in the cover-up and the real events at the Hop that day.
Meanwhile, James Hutton, who plays Sam, revealed his character’s fury as he attempts to help his son escape, only to discover Samson has confessed. Hutton shared that Sam initially feels betrayed by Lydia for making Samson do the right thing, but eventually realizes she has helped Samson make the correct choice in the long run. Sam is only thinking short-term, wanting to prevent his son from ending up in jail. Reflecting on his own past, Sam understands running away from responsibilities is not the answer, and he sees Lydia’s influence as ultimately beneficial.
Karen Blick, who plays Lydia, also spoke about Samson’s potential departure. She shared, “I don’t think Lydia fully understands what that will mean if it means a prison sentence. Will it be a relatively short prison sentence? He’s a clever lad; he’ll be able to come back out and put his life back together.”
As Emmerdale viewers brace for these dramatic developments, the future of Samson Dingle remains uncertain. Fans are left wondering if he will return to the village and how his departure will impact the beloved characters of Emmerdale.
