Coronation Street’s Christmas episode is set for a major change, and fans are not going to be happy about it. The popular British soap opera, which is celebrating its 64th anniversary this year, is known for delivering explosive storylines during the festive season. Viewers have come to expect unexpected deaths, shocking revelations, and dramatic twists during the annual Christmas special. The show’s new head, Kate Brook, has hinted that this year’s festive episode will not disappoint in terms of excitement.
In a recent interview with Plymouth Live, Kate revealed that the upcoming Christmas episode will be “very fun” and “really lively,” with plenty of bombshells being dropped. One of the focal points of the episode is the possible wedding between Gail Platt (played by Helen Worth) and Jesse Chadwick (portrayed by John Thomson). However, Kate remained tight-lipped about whether the wedding will actually take place, teasing, “Whether she goes through with that or not, I cannot tell anything.”
Fans of the show will also be in for a treat as Helen Worth, who has been part of the cast for five decades, is set to make her final appearance on the show during the Christmas period. Kate hinted at even more drama to come, including betrayals and shocking revelations. However, there is one unexpected change that fans may not be too thrilled about.
Typically, fans have had the opportunity to watch episodes of both Coronation Street and Emmerdale as early as 7am on ITVX, before their traditional evening airing on ITV1. However, for this year’s Christmas special, viewers hoping to catch the episode at 7am on Christmas Day will be disappointed. The festive episode will stick to its prime-time evening slot instead.
Kate also shared that the Christmas special will have a “classic Corrie” feel with a twist, aiming to tap into the dynamics of the Platt family and provide viewers with some much-needed escapism. As the Christmas season approaches, fans can look forward to a rollercoaster of emotions and surprises on the cobbles of Weatherfield.
In conclusion, Coronation Street fans can expect an action-packed Christmas episode filled with drama, revelations, and unexpected twists. Despite the change in airing time, the show’s producers are promising a classic Corrie experience with a modern touch, ensuring that viewers will be in for a festive treat this holiday season.