It seems unlikely Max Branning will return to the Square anytime soon (Picture: Rex/ Metro.co.uk)

The actor, 49, on leaving EastEnders, hunting ghosts and taking to the stage in a new spine-chilling play.

Your play, 2.22 A Ghost Story, is getting great reviews…

It’s an incredible show. Danny Robins has written an amazing play and we’re getting standing ovations every night.