Christmas is almost here on Coronation Street, but things are already getting messy behind the scenes. What should be a cozy holiday is quickly turning into a whirlwind of secrets, tension, and drama and it looks like several families are heading for a Christmas they won’t forget anytime soon.
Maggie’s Snooping Sets Off a Nightmare
Eva is trying to keep a big secret to herself, and little Susie is completely focused on wanting a baby brother or sister for Christmas. Maggie starts getting suspicious when she finds a hidden letter, and later spots a sweet moment between Eva and Adam. That’s enough for her to decide she’s going to expose everything during the family’s Christmas dinner.
The meal gets even more awkward when Adam and Alya show up, along with Daniel and his new girlfriend Megan. Will can’t handle seeing Megan and Daniel acting close, especially after sneaking around with his personal trainer and things quickly boil over. One of the Driscolls ends up being pushed out of the Rovers, and not long after, a brutal attack happens in the ginnel that leaves everyone stunned.
Coronation Street: Becky Takes Over While Swarla Falls Apart
With Carla pushed out after the split, Becky wastes no time stepping into the family like she belongs there. Costello is still in hospital and starting to improve, which makes Becky panic and do whatever she can to keep him quiet.
Carla is posting fancy holiday photos from Lanzarote, but it’s starting to look like things might not be as perfect as she’s making out. Becky keeps Lisa and Betsy close and tries to pull off the “perfect Christmas,” but her lies are slipping fast. Kit senses something is off and becomes determined to figure out what Becky is hiding.
A Devastating Loss for the Websters
Debbie is getting ready for her wedding, but everything falls apart when her hen-do ends in a shocking death. Carl is completely heartbroken, while Debbie is hiding a secret that could ruin everything for her going forward.
He heads to the pub to drown his feelings, and that leads to another risky moment with James, putting their affair at serious risk of coming out. Meanwhile, Abi has no idea what’s unfolding right under her nose, but she’s closer than ever to uncovering the truth.
Coronation Street: Todd Hits Rock Bottom This Christmas
Todd ends up having a miserable Christmas as Theo’s controlling behaviour gets worse and pushes him away from everyone. He reaches his lowest point when he gets stranded outside, freezing and completely alone after a birthday party.
Billy starts picking up on the fact that something is very wrong and slowly moves toward uncovering what Todd is actually dealing with. As midnight gets closer and Big Ben is about to strike, something shocking happens that could finally expose Theo’s true colours.
Sally Brings Some Hope for Joanie and Shanice
Sally and Tim try their best to give Joanie and Shanice Michaelis a proper Christmas. They know their life with Mick and Lou was anything but stable. The girls are upset that they can’t visit their mum in prison, and it really dampens their spirits.
Sally refuses to let the day be ruined and comes up with a heartfelt plan to make sure the girls still have something to smile about. It becomes one of the few genuinely warm moments on the street this year.
Coronation Street: Gail Pops Back for a Christmas Cameo
Fans get a lovely surprise when Helen Worth pops back as Gail Chadwick after a full year away. Gail is still living in France with Jesse. But she joins the Platts over video call on Christmas Day to spread some festive cheer.
She shares warm wishes and lifts everyone’s mood. And the family even jokes that they don’t need the King’s speech when Gail is back in their lives, even if only through a screen.
So between a brutal attack, a heartbreaking loss, and an unexpected return, Christmas in Weatherfield is going to hit just about every emotion possible. Some families will find tiny moments of joy, while others are heading into the New Year with a lot more trouble ahead. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for all the latest Coronation Street updates.