Inhaltsverzeichnis für 38 - 2022 in Inside Soap UK

Scheming Janine is thrown a huge curveball in her battle for Mick this week – when she finds out that she’s expecting his baby! After she faints while caring for her poorly daughter Scarlett, Janine ends up in hospital, and is gobsmacked when the doctor reveals the news that she’s pregnant. But is a baby the trump card Janine needs to truly win Mick’s heart? Or could it send him running back into Linda’s arms? “At first glance this appears to be the next step in Janine’s wicked scheme to keep Mick all to herself!” gasps our Walford spy. “But in actual fact it comes as a complete surprise to her. Having a baby with Mick wasn’t even on her radar – so the big question is: now that she’s…

ITV WEDNESDAY DEADLY DEBT Mild-mannered Richard Hillman was drowning in debt and had even killed to protect his secret, but was too embarrassed to tell his family – so he drove them into the canal when the truth came out. That’s one way to avoid an awkward conversation. FLIES AND TIES Suave airline pilot Jon Lindsay dazzled Deirdre with his glamorous lifestyle. Turned out he was more total liar than frequent flyer, and was actually a tie salesman scamming the gullible singleton – who ended up framed for fraud by the cobbles cad. TEACHER’S THREAT Nerdy teacher John Stape lost his job after bedding a student, then stole a dead colleague’s identity so he could continue taking classes at a different school and pretend his career wasn’t over! There were…

Amelia is reunited with Noah this week, after discovering that their split only happened after her dad, Dan, warned him off! But while they are delighted to be back together, things between Amelia and Dan hit rock bottom when she can’t forgive him for interfering in her life… As the week begins, Amelia is feeling despondent about the future following her split from Noah. Her mood isn’t helped by the news that Harriet and her dad have decided to start a relationship [see p44]. While she’s happy for them, it only makes her feel more lonely, and sadder than ever about Noah choosing to suddenly end their relationship. “Amelia is furious her dad thinks he knows best” So, when she discovers that it was Dan who helped persuade Noah to…

Alfie Moon makes his presence felt this week, as he parks himself on the market and starts wheeling and dealing! Having decided to hang around in Walford following the chaotic events of Kat and Phil’s wedding, Alfie needs to make a quick buck. So he sets himself up a stall next to Billy’s and offers the residents of Walford a chance they can’t refuse. Or so he hopes… “This is very much the Alfie of old – a gaudy shirt to catch your eye and a cheeky smile to draw you in,” laughs our Walford spy. “The outcome of Kat and Phil’s big day has clearly encouraged him to stay in town, and soon the locals are in no doubt that Alfie’s back as he starts his sales pitch for…

Frankie makes a big decision about her future this week, when an unexpected opportunity comes her way that could see her leaving Walford for good. Working as a teaching assistant helping deaf schoolkids has made Frankie think she’s finally discovered her calling – then she finds out the job is in jeopardy. “Just as she’s settling into her new role, Frankie is told the girl she helps out is moving to Scotland,” says our Albert Square spy. “At first Frankie assumes this means she won’t be needed any more, so she’s stunned when the pupil’s family ask her to go with them so she can help her in the new school!” Frankie shares her news with Shirley, but with all the recent crises in the Carter clan she’s nervous of…

The patter of tiny feet can be heard in Letherbridge this week, when Scarlett finds an abandoned baby! The sulky receptionist is enjoying a day off when Karen calls asking her a work-related question. Keen to switch off she tells her boss to leave her alone – then stops in her tracks when she finds a baby left outside a church. A girl called Shona shows up and claims the child is hers, saying she just went to find nappies. Worried for both mum and baby, especially as the little’un has a temperature, Scarlett offers to take them to the Mill to get checked out… Shaky Shona fears the authorities will take her baby away and tries to do a runner – can Scarlett convince her to put her newborn’s…

Over time, the shine can gradually wear off a marriage. The way your partner loads the dishwasher can wind you up, or that little ‘mmm hmm’ they utter as they pretend to listen to you while reading their phone. However, when your hubby causes you to be kidnapped by the local bad boy and tied up in a derelict flat, then you know things are bad. Poor Mel has no idea why Dan Sullivan is holding her captive, but she learns he’s not the bad guy. Well, not the baddest. “You’re twisted!” Mel snarls. “I’m twisted?” retorts Dan, rightfully rather peeved at being framed for Phil’s shooting. “Your husband and Phil Mitchell put me in the nick for something I didn’t do and I’m the one off me nut.” As…

W hen I decided this was going to be the year I left Corrie, my mum and dad were not on board!” exclaims exiting star Millie Gibson, as she joins Inside Soap for one final chat over Zoom ahead of her departure from the cobbles. “They were like, ‘Are you sure? It’s such a secure place, and you’re getting great storylines’. But I knew I had to trust my gut instinct, and as soon as I started to go with it, I convinced them. It was one of those where I had to make the decision for myself – and hope for the best!” There’s no going back for Millie now, as her character Kelly bows out of Weatherfield in dramatic style this week after finally finding out that Gary…

With the star line-up for the 20th series of Strictly ready to rumba, Inside TV got the chance to chat with all the celeb contestants ahead of Saturday’s launch show – with pro dancer routines, a performance by reigning champ Rose Ayling-Ellis, and music from John Legend. Here, James Bye (EastEnders’ Martin Fowler), Will Mellor (Corrie’s Harvey Gaskell) and Kym Marsh (Weatherfield’s Michelle Connor) fill us in… Hi, all! Why did you want to take part in this year’s show? WILL After I lost my dad in 2020, I just thought, ‘I’ve got to do things out of my comfort zone’. Plus, my mum has had the worst year, so I wanted to give her something to look forward to, and she’s buzzing! KYM My husband’s in the military,…

Reprising his role as DCI Tom Brannick for a second series of the top cop drama, James Nesbitt is joined by Victoria Smurfit (Trial & Retribution’s DCI Roisin Connor) as enigmatic widow Olivia Foyle. As well as the riddle left by Olivia’s late husband, the pair become immersed in solving the puzzle of each other, as James reveals… “It’s like a competition between those characters,” shares the star. “It’s invigorating and thrilling, but painful at times. She bests Tom quite a bit, creating chinks in his armour and weakening him, in a sense. Victoria was brilliant at that. She played Olivia as incredibly disarming, sexy, intelligent, frightening, cold: I think she demonstrates things that exist in Tom, that he doesn’t want to admit.” In the series opener, it transpires that…

As a new series of the rebooted game show classic kicks off, host Bradley Walsh oversees more celebrities as they vie to find the missing words that match the contestants’… “It’s a brilliant show to work on,” he cheers. “I get the chance to hang out with a lovely bunch of people as we play a silly game!” The six stars in this week’s hot seats are comics Josh Widdecombe and Ed Gamble, presenters Stacey Dooley and Dion Dublin, ex-chat show host Trisha Goddard, and YouTuber Chunkz… “I think a good guest is someone who isn’t afraid to look a bit stupid on TV,” reckons Bradley. “Quite often, we laugh so much that the recording takes a lot longer than it should. There are some fantastically funny moments this series!”…

MONDAY 19 September BAD CHEFS ITV2 9PM YouTuber Chunkz is having quite the telly ride this week (he’s on Blankety Blank, too) as he fronts this brand-new cooking show with a chaotic twist. Ten takeaway addicts ditch the delivery apps and learn to cook for the first time. In tonight’s opener, Chunkz meets the bad chefs at the cookery school in which they will be both living and learning together. And unbeknownst to them, anything they cook during their time here, they’ll also have to eat. Given that one of the contestants attempts to fry milk, it’s no surprise Chunkz found some dishes (ahem) hard to swallow… “I mean, just looking at Charlotte’s chicken curry…” he despairs. “You couldn’t even serve it, it was inedible. And her mac and…

THURSDAY 22 September JOHN & JOE BISHOP: LIFE AFTER DEAF ITV 9PM Comedian John Bishop’s eldest son, Joe, has an autoimmune condition causing progressive deafness. With the family wanting to find out more about the deaf community, John has set himself the target of delivering an entire signed stand-up comedy gig to a deaf audience; mastering a new language and a whole new way of performing. This moving documentary – which follows John and Joe’s journey into the deaf community – will be fully subtitled, plus there will be a version that has been BSL (British Sign Language) interpreted, also at 9pm, on the ITV Hub. And don’t miss the extra programme featuring John’s full BSL stand-up set at 10.45pm. THAI CAVE RESCUE Netflix This new six-part drama tells…

First with the week’s HOTTEST headlines This is the horrifying moment when Gary is told to dig his own grave – after vengeful Kelly orders his murder! Upon finally learning that Gary killed her father, Rick Neelan, raging Kelly decides that Gary shall pay with his life and hires two hit men to bump him off. However, her plan backfires horribly when Kelly herself winds up in deadly danger – and then someone is shot… “All the good morals that Kelly has gained over the years are completely wiped from her memory when she finds out that Gary killed her dad,” explains actress Millie Gibson, who plays Kelly. “Her whole world was completely shattered when her mum Laura passed away, but finding this out about Gary is way worse. Kelly…

Channel 4 WEDNESDAY Sid and Juliet are held captive by escaped prisoner Victor this week – as he threatens the frightened teens to help get him out of Chester! Victor has been wearing Sid down with letters, convincing him that he’s a changed man since going to prison. In reality, Victor has a trick up his sleeve – and for the last part in his plan, asks Sid to attend his mum’s funeral with him! As someone who has also lost a parent, Sid agrees to go, but Juliet warns him that Victor hasn’t changed… “Juliet is right to be worried about Sid!” reveals our insider. “Victor made their lives hell, then tried to kill them both – and that was before their actions sent him to prison! Juliet knows…

Rocky is left stunned this week, when he discovers that Dotty has been keeping a shocking secret from him! Last Christmas we saw Dotty’s mum Sandy reveal that Rocky, not Nasty Nick Cotton, was the girl’s dad. The news has left Dotty reeling, but she chose to keep the revelation to herself. However, as she finds herself homeless this week, events reach a flashpoint which sees Rocky discover what Dotty knows… “When Sandy told Dotty about Rocky, it totally pulled the rug out from under her,” our Walford insider reminds us. “So much of Dotty’s persona comes from her dad, and his influence on her life has made her the person she is today – for better or for worse. So, Sandy’s words were a major shock to her; yet…

The youngsters of Walford are up to more mischief this week, as Tommy and Nugget continue to tease Amy. But when Denzel comes to Amy’s defence, is there a hint of teen love in the air? Recently, both Denzel and Nugget have been harassing Amy, and last week Frankie pulled the pair up on their behaviour. This has clearly given Denzel food for thought. So, when he sees Tommy and Nugget target Amy again, teasing her as she walks through the market, he asks Nugget to leave her alone… When his friend ignores the request, Denzel then apologises to Amy. But she is sceptical of his words, which is hardly surprising considering how he treated her recently! As the two talk, Nugget watches on, intrigued by what his friend is…

Last week’s shoot-out in Summer Bay left us seriously worried for the future of hunky cop Cash, after he took a bullet in the fracas and was left fighting for his life in hosptial! Thankfully, he wakes up this week, and we’re relieved to hear that he’ll live to fight another day. But as we catch up with Home and Away star Nicholas Cartwright – who plays the officer – he tells us that Cash has a long road ahead of him… “Cash’s physical recovery is tough, as his injuries are serious,” confirms the actor. “But it’s his mental state that really takes a downward turn. He gets dark on life – he doesn’t understand how trying to do the right thing has landed him with a dead criminal and…

Olivia has been a surprising addition to the McQueen clan, and it’s safe to say she’s not well-liked by her new family – but Emily assures us she’s nothing like her alter ego... “Who was the first person you met on the Hollyoaks set?” It was Malique [Thompson-Dwyer, who plays Prince], when we had an initial meeting before starting. We both got on very well and bonded as fiancés quite quickly. The next in line were my fellow teachers, Jess Fox [Nancy] and James Sutton [John Paul], who I spend a lot of time with. They showed me all the tricks of the Hollyoaks trade! “What was it like being on So Awkward ?” “What do you think Prince and Olivia’s wedding would look like?” Oh, there have been a…

SATURDAY 17 September JOHN AND LISA’S WEEKEND KITCHEN ITV 11.40AM Cookery couple John Torode and Lisa Faulkner are back with a new series, bringing us easy ideas for tasty meals with minimal washing-up required. And for that, we thank them. Among the tricky-sounding-but-made-simple recipes are chocolate souffle, choux pastry and a unique pear and brioche bake… “We decided to put things we really love together,” shares MasterChef star John. “We made hotdogs with caramelised onions and mustard inside mac and cheese with more cheese across the top, then we put it inside a bread roll with mustard and mayo. But within that recipe is how to make a white sauce, how to get a proper crust across the top, how to do the onions, and using veggie hotdogs. We…

TUESDAY 20 September MEL GIEDROYC: UNFORGIVABLE Dave 10PM Mel Giedroyc and her rascally right-hand woman Lou Sanders return for a third series tonight, joined by comedian Rhod Gilbert (not to be trusted with campervans), actor Susan Wokoma (X-rated) and presenter Dermot O’Leary (who reveals a rendezvous from his early days in television). And while the celebs are happy to share their sinful secrets, Lou reckons she’s got better at keeping things hush-hush… “I actually am: it’s something I’ve worked really hard on,” she proffers. “I learnt how to keep a secret so that I’d get told more of them. For example, and don’t tell anyone, Mel fired someone for getting her an Earl Grey instead of a lapsang souchong…” IRMA VEP Sky Atlantic 9PM As the first season of…

FRIDAY 23 September GHOSTS BBC1 8.30PM Hi, Jim! What’s your character, Scout leader Pat, up to this series? Pat’s always on an even keel and is very much the sunny gel for the group. But there are some ups and downs for him this series. There’s a trip down memory lane for him in the form of a flashback, which I can’t say too much about, but it’s quite emotional. We also get to see his mean streak a little bit. I won’t say any more than that – but all will become clear very soon! What about for the other characters? The series begins with Alison and Mike embarking on a new project, which is having guests in the gatehouse in the grounds for the first time. That…

Ashley Byam Balvinder Sopal Clair Norris Danny Dyer Delroy Atkinson Diane Parish Gillian Taylforth Gillian Wright Gurlaine Kaur Garcha James Bye James Farrar Jamie Borthwick Jessie Wallace Kellie Bright Kim Medcalf Lacey Turner Letitia Dean Linda Henry Lorraine Stanley Matthew Morrison Max Bowden Natalie Cassidy Perry Fenwick Roger Griffiths Rose Ayling-Ellis Rudolph Walker Scott Maslen Shona McGarty Steve McFadden Tameka Empson Tony Clay Zaraah Abrahams Competition rules of entry: 1. Competitions are open to all residents of Great Britain and Ireland. Employees of Hearst UK or their families are not eligible to enter. 2. The competitions in this issue open on 13 September 2022 and close on 26 September 2022. 3. The winners will be drawn the day after the closing date. Winners will be chosen at random. A list…

Theatre Dear Evan Hansen Evan Hansen is an anxious, isolated high-school student who’s aching for understanding and belonging, amid the chaos and cruelty of the social-media age. He soon embarks on a journey of self-discovery when a letter he penned for a writing exercise falls into the hands of a grieving couple. Starring Hollyoaks’ Sam Tutty (Timmy Simons). For tickets go to: dearevanhansen.com (Performances end on 22 October.) NOW UNCHARTED Treasure hunter Sully recruits street-smart Nathan to help him recover a 500-year-old lost fortune. If Sully and Nate can decipher the clues and solve one of the world’s oldest mysteries, they stand to find $5 billion in treasure – but only if they can work together. Starring Tom Holland and Mark Wahlberg. BOOK LITTLE WING by Freya North In the…

Stephen is forced to think fast this week, when his shocking plot to fleece mum Audrey starts to fall apart. As Leo’s suspicions increase, the bluffing businessman finds himself backed into a corner – and the Platt clan are soon demanding answers when they get a whiff of what he’s been up to! “Trying to nick a couple of hundred grand from your rich mum to secretly pay off the money you stole from your ex-wife is proving harder than Stephen thought!” laughs our Coronation Street insider. “Since Audrey changed her mind about having her son take charge of her finances as head of a family trust fund, he’s had to get a bit more creative in finding ways to secure the cash he needs, while maintaining his all-important image…

Determined to enjoy what little time she has left, Faith throws caution to the wind this week when she and Pollard cause havoc in the village – and end up breaking the law with an impromptu joyride! The terminally-ill woman is desperate for a distraction from her devastating cancer diagnosis, but pushes her luck when she starts stealing… “The phrase ‘Life’s too short’ may be a cliché, but for Faith it’s also a reality,” explains our Emmerdale insider. “She is deteriorating fast and wants to live each day to the fullest. If that means taking a few risks and bending some rules, so what? Faith knows the clock is ticking, and she won’t let anything stand in the way of her blowing off steam. Who cares if it’s illegal?” “Faith…

Sah is held hostage this week, when a troubled patient kidnaps the paramedic at knife point in order to see his family… Prior to the kidnapping ordeal, Sah’s day at Holby is by no means peaceful as their dad, Kevin, is brought in with a suspected stroke. Sah’s relationship with Kevin has been strained since Sah’s mum returned – and their situation doesn’t look set to improve at the ED… Meanwhile, patient Brian – desperate to see his estranged kids – looks for a bargaining chip and sets his sights on Sah. Brian kidnaps Sah at knife point and demands they drive him home to see his children! Sah does as instructed – but when they get to Brian’s house, it’s empty! Back in the ED, Sah’s dad takes a…

GETTING THE GOALS Up until James’ collapse in Coronation Street – which was horrifying – I really enjoyed watching the Rovers Return match. Although I don’t think anyone would want to be on a team with Dev, as it truly brought out his competitive spirit. A bit too much, some might say! Richard, York CURRENT AFFAIRS Naughty Mackenzie! It will be interesting to see who his mystery woman is, but I am putting my money on Kerry. Al has been enjoying his fling with Chas and has neglected Kerry, who will try to make him suffer. Dangerous times ahead if Charity finds out – and she will, as secrets rarely remain so in Emmerdale. Pearl, Suffolk Once the truth is out, the gossip will spread like wildfire! GOING BACK TO…

WINNER! This week’s prize-winning entry came on a postcard from Angela. The cash for your EastEnders caption is on its way – congrats! WANT TO BAG YOURSELF £20? Tell us what you think is being said in this Corrie scene. Post your idea to the Soapbox address, email your entry to soapbubble@insidesoap.co.uk, or put it on our Facebook page. The prize-winning entry will be announced in two weeks’ time!…

Keeley Hawes stars alongside Daniel Ryan, Josette Simon and Lee Ingleby in this terrifying three-part thriller penned by Louise Doughty (Apple Tree Yard). When Jo (Keeley Hawes) and her family jet off to a stunning Canary Islands resort with a group of their closest friends, the dream trip rapidly descends into a horrifying ordeal after gunmen force entry into the hotel and open fire. While former police officer Jo springs into action, her panicked family and friends – and their fellow holidaymakers – scatter far and wide, seeking cover. But who will make it out alive? Here, Inside TV joins Keeley for the dramatic lowdown on this heartstopper of a series… Hello, Keely – Jo doesn’t think twice about throwing herself into danger. What might you do in her shoes?…

Journeying into one of the world’s most complex countries, Sir Michael Palin is on a mission to learn what life is like for the 40 million people of Iraq: one of the very few areas he hasn’t visited in his time as a travel presenter… “The team with whom I went to North Korea wanted to regroup, and we wanted to go somewhere where we’d be breaking new ground again,” explains the much-loved star. “Iraq’s a country that’s relatively new where terrible things have gone wrong, and I wanted to see how it had coped with that.” Michael’s route follows the River Tigris, but at the border into Iraq, it’s an arduous task to get across. His first stop is Mosul, a city wrecked after ISIS invaded in 2014. Then,…

SUNDAY 18 September COLIN & JUSTIN’S HOTEL HELL Channel 5 9PM Hello, both! What was it about this hotel that appealed to you? Justin I was obsessed from the minute I saw it. It looked so cute and had such potential for growth. I’d always wanted to run a hotel, but Colin didn’t want this particular one in the back of beyond. So I had to push, scream and blackmail my way to it! Colin When someone you love and have shared all your life experiences with wrings their heart out on paper, that’s going to resonate with you. And we’d had conversations about wanting to do something different. You know, life’s not a rehearsal, so let’s get out there! You had rotten weather during the renovations… Colin We…

WEDNESDAY 21 September HIRE ME: COMPETING FOR A DREAM JOB BBC3 8PM Presented by DJ Snoochie Shy (ask the kids), this new six-parter gives young people entering the jobs market a chance to go for a dream role. Three candidates compete against each other in a tough job interview, and take on tasks set by their potential future boss… “It’s a great opportunity for them, but they do go through quite a lot,” Snoochie explains to Inside TV. “They’re shoved into the deep end straight away!” Across the series, roles up for grabs include football coach, interior designer, DJ and, in the series opener, high-end estate agent – in which they face a job interview with the no-holds-barred Robert Rinder. And all the while, Snoochie and co are watching…