Hollyoaks actor Oscar Curtis has opened up about the dramatic future facing his character Lucas Hay, following the explosive hostage storyline that saw the troubled teen jailed after taking his father Ste hostage.
Lucas Hay's Dramatic Downfall and Jail Time
Lucas Hay, portrayed by Oscar Curtis, finds himself behind bars after a dramatic confrontation with his father Ste, played by Kieron Richardson. The intense storyline reached its peak when Lucas discovered that Ste was having an affair with his ex-boyfriend Dillon Ray, portrayed by Nathaniel Dass.
This shocking revelation sent Lucas spiraling, culminating in him taking Ste hostage in a tense showdown that Oscar Curtis describes as his 'biggest' scene yet in the soap. 'I just wanted to do the whole story justice,' Curtis revealed, explaining how he prepared extensively for the emotional demands of the scene.
The Aftermath and Legal Decisions
With Lucas now incarcerated, the focus shifts to his legal future and how he will plead. Oscar Curtis confirmed that his character will 'want to change his environment' quickly, setting the stage for more dramatic developments.
Dillon Ray has visited Lucas in prison, urging him to plead guilty and accept responsibility for his actions. 'He tends to always do what Dillon wants,' noted Curtis about his character's dynamic with his ex. 'Lucas is a bit of a lover boy really and anything Dillon says he'll pretty much do!'
Unexpected Twists and Character Returns
The situation becomes more complicated with the unexpected return of James Nightingale, played by Gregory Finnegan, who was presumed dead after a car explosion. James urges Lucas to plead not guilty, creating a moral dilemma for the imprisoned teen.
'It's pretty mad!' said Oscar about this development. 'It's his stepdad who he didn't have a great relationship with, who he thinks died in a car explosion, and before he knows it he could be his saving grace in prison!'
The Dillon Reunion Question
Fans are eagerly wondering whether Lucas and Dillon could reunite following the devastating affair revelation. While the betrayal seems insurmountable, Oscar Curtis suggests there might still be hope for 'HayRay'.
'I mean, it's Hollyoaks!' he said when asked about reconciliation possibilities. 'There's always a way back somehow. Dillon and Lucas have such a strong connection, it's almost flammable at times!'
Future Storyline Potential
Oscar Curtis has portrayed Lucas Hay for three years, taking the character through significant storylines including conversion therapy, coming out scenes, and a brain tumour diagnosis. Despite Lucas's current bleak situation, Curtis sees plenty of dramatic potential ahead.
Regarding the fractured relationship between Lucas and Ste, Curtis doesn't foresee immediate reconciliation but believes there's compelling material for future episodes. 'I think there could be such an amazing future storyline there,' he pondered. 'It is unacceptable to sleep with your son's soulmate.'
Exploring Lucas's Psychology
The actor expressed interest in exploring Lucas's mental state more deeply in future storylines. 'I think it would be important to understand why Lucas is acting the way he's acting,' Curtis explained. 'Because on the surface it seems like he's acting out, but if you take back some of the layers... his actions aren't just but they do make sense.'
He suggested that a storyline examining Lucas's internal thought processes could provide valuable insight into his character's motivations and attachment patterns.
As Lucas Hay faces his legal future and contemplates his relationships with both Dillon and Ste, viewers can expect more dramatic twists in the coming episodes. Oscar Curtis's powerful performance continues to captivate audiences, with the actor receiving significant praise for his portrayal of the complex teen's emotional journey.
