Emmerdale has seen its fair share of villains, but none quite like John Sugden—a man whose charming façade has masked a series of chilling crimes that have shaken the village to its core. From the “accidental” murder of Nate Robinson to tampering with medicine, poisoning, and manipulating the people closest to him, John’s descent into darkness has left fans reeling. And now, with tension mounting and revenge simmering just beneath the surface, it seems the village may finally be ready to strike back.

But who will bring down the monster?

In a stunning new poll from Emmerdale Insider, fans were asked who should be the one to take down John Sugden. The result? An overwhelming call for justice—with 35% voting for a dramatic team-up reminiscent of Murder on the Orient Express, featuring Robert, Aaron, Cain, and Mack all uniting to stop the man who’s haunted them for months.

The poll reflects the public’s deep frustration—and anticipation. After everything John has done, from contaminating the water supply to smashing Liam over the head and almost killing Jacob with a spiked coffee, viewers are desperate for resolution. The village’s slow awareness of the real John Sugden has created a bubbling tension that’s ready to explode.

Let’s break down the players in this rising rebellion:

Cain Dingle, a man who has lost his own son to John’s twisted manipulations, is seething. Known for his ruthlessness when pushed, Cain has the kind of cold fury that makes him unpredictable—and deadly. With his own moral compass tested and broken by grief, Cain might not wait for a courtroom verdict. If Cain comes for John, it could end in blood.

Mackenzie Boyd (Mack), once dismissive of John, has seen the truth with growing unease. Though his rage has cooled in recent episodes, make no mistake—Mack has unfinished business. He’s watched too many friends suffer and stood by for too long. He’s a wildcard with a knack for deception and may be the perfect insider to dismantle John’s web.

And then there’s Robert Sugden—recently freed from prison, crashing John and Aaron’s wedding like a man with nothing to lose. His reappearance has already lit a fire under this twisted triangle, and fans are living for the drama. Robert’s motivation is intensely personal. Not only is John a threat to the man he loves, but Robert has seen this type of manipulator before—and he knows how to spot a killer hiding behind a smile.

Robert actor Ryan Hawley recently teased just how far Robert might go, stating: “He loves his family… and he does try to reveal John for who he is.” That protective instinct, combined with his instinctual cunning, makes Robert one of the most dangerous threats to John. He’s not impulsive like Cain or hot-headed like Mack. He plays the long game.

In fact, viewers are already anticipating a tense confrontation between John and Robert in an upcoming prison visit. The air is thick with subtext—John threatening Robert with veiled words, Robert calmly dissecting John’s weaknesses. It’s chess, not checkers. And the stakes? Aaron’s life, sanity, and safety.

Yet, despite all this, Aaron himself remains the least likely—at least according to fans—to be the one to end John’s reign. Only 10% of voters selected Aaron as John’s potential downfall. But perhaps that’s what makes him the sleeper threat. Aaron is emotionally torn. He still sees the man he married, the man he once trusted, and if he turns on John, it’ll come from a place of deep betrayal. And nothing is more dangerous than a heart that has finally broken.

Still, many fans are betting on unity: a coalition of victims and exes, brothers and friends, circling like wolves. And the show has been subtly building towards this moment—crossed paths, lingering glances, shared suspicions. It’s all leading to something big.

And then there’s the question of justice vs. revenge. Will they go through legal channels? Is there any solid evidence? Will Robert plant something? Will Cain go rogue? Will Mack finally take a side?

With Emmerdale currently leaning into darker, grittier storytelling, a dramatic confrontation seems all but certain. But will it come in the form of a plotted trap or a chaotic moment of fury? And will anyone be able to walk away from it unscathed?

One thing’s clear: John Sugden’s days are numbered. Whether by one enemy or a coalition of the damned, his reckoning is coming. Fans are ready. The village is ready. And soon, John won’t see it coming—until it’s too late.