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STV News
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- STV News
STV to air first-ever Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover episode
STV is to air its first-ever crossover between Coronation Street and Emmerdale, with fans able to vote for the characters they would like to see meet and interact. The hour-long crossover episode will air in January 2026 as STV announces a new hour of soap schedule, which will see half hour Emmerdale episodes air at 8pm, followed by 30-minute episodes of Coronation Street at 8.30pm. Producers of the two soaps say the special episode will have 'everlasting consequences for everyone involved', saying the two shows' universes in Manchester and Yorkshire had been linked in an 'ingenious way'. They say the episode will be self-contained, but its events will have 'repercussions for both communities and see them linked forever as familiar faces depart and exciting new characters arrive into both soaps'. PA Media The characters of Coronation Street will meet those of Emmerdale in a new crossover episode (Dave Thompson/PA). PA Media From next month, fans will be able to vote on the soaps' Instagram, Facebook and TikTok accounts for the two characters they want to see interact. The new scheduling comes after STV said its research showed that 30-minute episodes attracted higher audiences in 2024. Coronation Street currently airs for three hour-long episodes a week, while Emmerdale's weekly schedule is made up of four 30-minute episodes plus one hour-long instalment, but from next year both soaps will only air 30-minute episodes. Episodes will continue to drop at 7am on STV Player, before they air in the evening. PA Media Producers say the two universes will be linked in an 'ingenious way' (Tim Whitby/PA). PA Media Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
Irish Examiner
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Irish Examiner
ITV to air first ever Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover episode
ITV is to air its first ever crossover between Coronation Street and Emmerdale, with fans able to vote for the characters they would like to see meet and interact. The hour-long crossover episode will air in January 2026 as ITV and STV announce a new hour of soap schedule, which will see half hour Emmerdale episodes air at 8pm, followed by 30-minute episodes of Coronation Street at 8.30pm. Producers of the two soaps say the special episode will have 'everlasting consequences for everyone involved', saying the two shows' universes in Manchester and Yorkshire had been linked in an 'ingenious way'. Producers say the two universes will be linked in an 'ingenious way' (Tim Whitby/PA) They say the episode will be self-contained, but its events will have 'repercussions for both communities and see them linked forever as familiar faces depart and exciting new characters arrive into both soaps'. From next month fans will be able to vote on the soaps' Instagram, Facebook and TikTok accounts for the two characters they want to see interact. The new scheduling comes after ITV said its research showed that 30-minute episodes attracted higher audiences in 2024. Coronation Street currently airs for three hour-long episodes a week, while Emmerdale's weekly schedule is made up of four 30-minute episodes plus one hour-long instalment, but from next year both soaps will only air 30-minute episodes. Speaking about the changes, ITV's managing director of media and entertainment, Kevin Lygo said: 'The new commissioning pattern is viewer-led. 'We already give more choice than ever to viewers on how they watch us through ITVX and we want to present their favourite soap to them in the most digestible way. 'In a world where there is so much competition for viewers' time and attention, and viewing habits continue to change, we believe this is the right amount of episodes that fans can fit into their viewing schedule, to keep up to date with the shows.' Episodes will continue to drop at 7am on ITVX and STV Player, before they air in the evening.
Glasgow Times
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
ITV to air first ever Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover episode
The hour-long crossover episode will air in January 2026 as ITV and STV announce a new hour of soap schedule, which will see half hour Emmerdale episodes air at 8pm, followed by 30-minute episodes of Coronation Street at 8.30pm. Producers of the two soaps say the special episode will have 'everlasting consequences for everyone involved', saying the two shows' universes in Manchester and Yorkshire had been linked in an 'ingenious way'. Producers say the two universes will be linked in an 'ingenious way' (Tim Whitby/PA) They say the episode will be self-contained, but its events will have 'repercussions for both communities and see them linked forever as familiar faces depart and exciting new characters arrive into both soaps'. From next month fans will be able to vote on the soaps' Instagram, Facebook and TikTok accounts for the two characters they want to see interact. The new scheduling comes after ITV said its research showed that 30-minute episodes attracted higher audiences in 2024. Coronation Street currently airs for three hour-long episodes a week, while Emmerdale's weekly schedule is made up of four 30-minute episodes plus one hour-long instalment, but from next year both soaps will only air 30-minute episodes. Speaking about the changes, ITV's managing director of media and entertainment, Kevin Lygo said: 'The new commissioning pattern is viewer-led. 'We already give more choice than ever to viewers on how they watch us through ITVX and we want to present their favourite soap to them in the most digestible way. 'In a world where there is so much competition for viewers' time and attention, and viewing habits continue to change, we believe this is the right amount of episodes that fans can fit into their viewing schedule, to keep up to date with the shows.' Episodes will continue to drop at 7am on ITVX and STV Player, before they air in the evening.
Western Telegraph
13-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
ITV to air first ever Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover episode
The hour-long crossover episode will air in January 2026 as ITV and STV announce a new hour of soap schedule, which will see half hour Emmerdale episodes air at 8pm, followed by 30-minute episodes of Coronation Street at 8.30pm. Producers of the two soaps say the special episode will have 'everlasting consequences for everyone involved', saying the two shows' universes in Manchester and Yorkshire had been linked in an 'ingenious way'. Producers say the two universes will be linked in an 'ingenious way' (Tim Whitby/PA) They say the episode will be self-contained, but its events will have 'repercussions for both communities and see them linked forever as familiar faces depart and exciting new characters arrive into both soaps'. From next month fans will be able to vote on the soaps' Instagram, Facebook and TikTok accounts for the two characters they want to see interact. The new scheduling comes after ITV said its research showed that 30-minute episodes attracted higher audiences in 2024. Coronation Street currently airs for three hour-long episodes a week, while Emmerdale's weekly schedule is made up of four 30-minute episodes plus one hour-long instalment, but from next year both soaps will only air 30-minute episodes. Speaking about the changes, ITV's managing director of media and entertainment, Kevin Lygo said: 'The new commissioning pattern is viewer-led. 'We already give more choice than ever to viewers on how they watch us through ITVX and we want to present their favourite soap to them in the most digestible way. 'In a world where there is so much competition for viewers' time and attention, and viewing habits continue to change, we believe this is the right amount of episodes that fans can fit into their viewing schedule, to keep up to date with the shows.' Episodes will continue to drop at 7am on ITVX and STV Player, before they air in the evening.
Extra.ie
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Extra.ie
In pics: The Irish steal the show on BAFTAs red carpet
The Irish stole the show on the BAFTAs red carpet on Sunday night with the likes of Nicola Coughlan and Maura Higgins pulling out all the stops. The ceremony, which is being presented by Scottish actor Alan Cumming at London's Royal Festival Hall, will see ITV recognised with the BAFTA TV special award for commissioning post office drama Mr Bates. The drama helped focus attention on the subpostmasters who were wrongly prosecuted during the Horizon IT scandal, has six nominations and is also nominated in the memorable moment category. Maura Higgins. Pic: Scott Garfitt/BAFTA via Getty Images Leading the pack with eight nominations this year is stalking drama Baby Reindeer, created by Scottish comedian Richard Gadd, who has already won a slew of awards, including the best limited series Emmy. The ceremony is taking place, following US president Donald Trump proposing a 100% tariff on international films. BAFTA chief executive Jane Millichip called for more 'meaningful conversations' around Mr Trump's tariffs. Nicola Coughlan. Pic: Jeff Spicer/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA 'I think the most important thing is, if you look at the history of film and television, the UK and the US have been in lockstep for decades, almost a whole century across film and TV,' she said. 'Culturally, we're so tied, and there is so much co-production happening, I think to unpick that will be like making eggs out of an omelette to be honest.' Una Healy. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Nicola Coughlan is nominated as best female performance in a comedy for her role as Maggie in Channel 4's Big Mood. She is also up for a 'memorable moment' award for her unforgettable carriage scene in Netlfix hit Bridgerton. Check out all the glam from the BAFTA's red carpet below. Siobhan McSweeney. Pic: Jeff Spicer/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Joe Swash and Stacey Solomon. Pic: Jeff Spicer/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA James Corden and Ruth Jones. Pic: Alan Chapman/Siobhan McSweeney. Pic: Jeff Spicer/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Angela Scanlon. Pic: Tim Whitby/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Dee Koppang, Dermot O'Leary and Laura Whitmore. Pic: Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images for P&O Cruises Dermot O'Leary and Dee Koppang. Pic: Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images for P&O Cruises Graham Norton. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Graham Norton. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Sunnie Jo Dyer, Danny Dyer and Dani Dyer. Pic: Tim Whitby/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Angela Scanlon and Vicky Pattison. Pic: Jeff Spicer/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Angela Scanlon and Vicky Pattison. Pic: Jeff Spicer/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Gabby Allen. Pic: Kate Green/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Ella Morgan. Pic: Kate Green/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Jamie Laing and Sophie Habboo. Pic: Eamonn M. McCormack/Getty Images for P&O Cruises Tasha Ghouri. Pic: Kate Green/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Kimberly Wyatt. Pic: Tim Whitby/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Pic: Tim Whitby/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Lola Petticrew and Hazel Doupe. Pic: Tim Whitby/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Annabel Scholey. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Kimberley Walsh. Pic: Mike Marsland/WireImage Nikki Sanderson. Pic: Kate Green/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Katie McGlynn. Pic: Kate Green/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Chloe Kelly. Pic: Kate Green/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Anthony Boyle. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Ekin-Su Cülcüloğlu. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Lola Petticrew. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Hazel Doupe. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Binky Felstead. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Una Healy. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Una Healy. Pic: Kate Green/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Maddie Grace Jepson. Pic: Samir Hussein/WireImage Christine McGuinness. Pic: Stuart C. Wilson/Getty Images Marisa Abela. Pic: Jeff Spicer/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Katie Piper. Pic: Tim Whitby/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Maura Higgins. Pic: Jeff Spicer/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Maura Higgins. Pic: Jeff Spicer/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Maura Higgins. Pic: Jeff Spicer/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Maura Higgins. Pic: Jeff Spicer/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Maura Higgins. Pic: Tim Whitby/BAFTA/Getty Images for BAFTA Maura Higgins. Pic: Alan Chapman/Maura Higgins. Pic: Scott Garfitt/BAFTA via Getty Images Maura Higgins. Pic: Scott Garfitt/BAFTA via Getty Images
