Todd Grimshaw’s relationship with Theo Silverton in Coronation Street takes another disturbing turn this week, and things are about to get even darker for the pair. Behind closed doors, cracks in their romance continue to show. But this time, Theo’s temper takes an alarming direction that leaves Todd terrified.
Behind the Closed Doors
Todd and Theo’s relationship has been spiralling for weeks, with the charming façade giving way to something far more sinister. Recently, Theo surprised Todd with a new, expensive car but what appeared to be a generous gift has quickly become a symbol of dominance. Theo constantly reminds Todd to handle the vehicle with care, twisting what once sounded like affection into subtle control. Under mounting pressure, Todd walks on eggshells, trying to avoid anything that might set Theo off.
The tension deepens when Todd gives Sarah Barlow and her son Harry a lift. A harmless act of kindness turns sour when Harry accidentally spills milkshake on the back seat. While Theo masks his frustration in front of the guests, his true feelings surface later as he coldly orders Todd to have the car professionally cleaned. Things only get worse when Todd accidentally scrapes the car while reversing. Terrified of Theo’s reaction, he hides the truth and takes the car to Kevin Webster’s garage for repairs.
Theo’s Dark Side Fully Exposed
When Theo discovers the lie, his fury is instant and vicious. He lashes out at Todd, berating him with cutting words before his anger turns physically threatening. In a horrifying act of degradation, Theo pours milk over Todd’s head. The scene marks a grim turning point in their storyline. Gareth Pierce, who plays Todd, shared that the character is now in the full grip of gaslighting. He explained that Todd’s sense of normality has been warped by Theo’s manipulation.
Pierce revealed that Todd has entered what he called the “eggshells phase” of the relationship, a time when Todd constantly adjusts his behaviour to prevent Theo’s anger from erupting. He compared it to the earlier kebab shop scene, where Theo’s temper had already started to boil over, giving fans a glimpse of what was to come.
Producer Kate Brooks has confirmed that this storyline will continue to intensify in the coming months. Viewers will see just how deep Theo’s psychological control over Todd goes, with a special Christmas episode set to focus entirely on their relationship. Stay tuned to Soap Opera Daily for all the latest Coronation Street spoilers and updates.