Coronation Street Pulled from ITV Tonight in Schedule Change
The popular ITV soap opera, Coronation Street, will not be airing tonight due to a scheduling adjustment. Originally, the show is set to entertain viewers on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8 PM. However, tonight’s episode has been replaced by coverage of the Carabao Cup match between Newcastle United and Tottenham Hotspur.
Schedule Change Due to Carabao Cup Coverage
The coverage of the Carabao Cup clash begins at 7:30 PM, just in time for the 8 PM kickoff. This match will be broadcasted on ITV1, featuring commentary by Mark Pougatch, alongside analysts Les Ferdinand and Andrew Cole. The game is set to take place at St James’ Park in Newcastle.
When Will Coronation Street Return?
- Coronation Street will resume tomorrow night, October 30, at 8 PM.
- Fans can also look forward to another episode on Friday at the same time.
It’s an exciting time for the residents of Weatherfield. Recently, actress Catherine Tyldesley returned to reprise her role as Eva Price after a seven-year hiatus. Her original departure from the show occurred in August 2018, but now she is back filming in Weatherfield.
New Developments in Weatherfield
Alongside Tyldesley, actors Aaron McCusker and Pauline McLynn joined the cast as Eva’s partner, Ben Driscoll, and his mother, Maggie, respectively. The couple shares three children: Eva’s daughter Susie and Ben’s two sons. In a recent episode, Ben surprised Eva by revealing he bought the Rovers Return as a gift.
Upcoming Changes to Broadcasting Schedule
In addition to tonight’s schedule adjustment, ITV has announced a revamp of its soap broadcasting schedule starting next year. Coronation Street and Emmerdale will both adopt a new format, featuring 30-minute episodes every night. This change aims to create a “soaps power hour,” enhancing viewer engagement.
- Current schedule: Hour-long episodes on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 8 PM.
- New format: 30-minute episodes airing nightly.
ITV executive Kevin Lygo emphasized that this shift is in response to viewer preferences. The new structure aims to provide a more digestible viewing experience, aligning with the audience’s desire for rapid storytelling and resolution.
As the demand for compelling content grows, this strategy positions ITV to meet evolving viewer habits while maintaining the beloved traditions of its flagship shows.
