This actor caused shockwaves in Weatherfield, left devastation in his wake, and went down in one of Coronation Street most explosive confrontations. Seven years after his character’s dramatic death, a one-time Corrie baddie returns for a shock appearance—this time on a completely different soap.
A Familiar Face Is Returning to Screens – But Not in Weatherfield
Connor McIntyre, best known for his role as the sinister Pat Phelan, will appear on the BBC’s Casualty. The show will be broadcast this Saturday, April 12th, at 9:10 p.m. on BBC One and iPlayer. Although the nature of his appearance is being kept quiet, he’ll play a character named Kenny Sanders in a riveting plot.
The official summary of the episode promises some heavy-duty tension: “Stevie steps into danger when her stalker is revealed, Ngozi is tense when her secret is outed, and Flynn solves the department’s fiscal dilemma.” McIntyre’s appearance adds to the tension, particularly for viewers who remember him bringing gravity with a quietly menacing presence. While it’s too early to say exactly how pivotal his appearance will be, his comeback is already making waves.
Coronation Street: From Car Salesman to Soapland Psycho
Connor McIntyre didn’t go the usual route to TV stardom. Before acting, he worked as a car salesman, lifeguard, and boxing coach. It wasn’t until he was 30 that he turned to acting.
His Coronation Street stint began modestly. McIntyre has been quoted as saying he was initially scheduled to appear in three episodes. However, producers and viewers alike were so taken by his work that his character’s role was soon expanded.
As Pat Phelan, he terrorized Weatherfield for five years. His history involved various murders, framing Anna Windass for attempted murder, and ultimately getting his comeuppance when Anna stabbed him in a histrionic sequence of events.
Beyond acting, McIntyre is also a skilled artist. He received a First Class Honours degree in Fine Art and has continued to pursue his passion through his screen work. His return to drama after a few years’ absence reflects both his adaptability and the lasting influence of his time on Coronation Street.
This new job on Casualty may be a break from the cobbles. But for those who recall the calculated mayhem of Pat Phelan, it’s a homecoming worth watching. We will keep you posted on this on Soap Opera Daily. Stay tuned!
