Table of contents for 33-2025 in Inside Soap UK

Firstly, a huge thank you to those of you who have tuned in to our new podcast, Soap Scoop. We’ve had an amazing response to episode one, and there’s plenty more where that came from! Flick to p99 to find out who our next special guest star is (spoiler alert, they’re from a little village called Emmerdale and in a spot of bother this week!), and search for Soap Scoop on YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts. Don’t forget to like and subscribe so we can bring you more! Meanwhile, voting for the Inside Soap Awards continues as we chat exclusively to some of your Daytime & Drama nominees on p54. As I write, our esteemed editor Sarah is in the studio with the gang from Corrie, who are…

Give up the ghost! My jaw was on the floor watching Hollyoaks when they revealed that Robbie had been a ghost for weeks! I’m rubbish at guessing twists so I didn’t see that coming at all. I thought Jez had given him Stockholm syndrome. Freddie, now Robbie? I’m gutted for the Roscoes! Katrina, Torquay WACKY WEDDING Wasn’t the Bernie and Dev wedding in Corrie hilarious? From Debbie’s singing and mad outfit, to David making a rubbish usher, to the quads vomiting at home, to Bernie raving down the aisle. Please can we have more of this fun instead of the cop shop? I also loved the unexpected vows between Bernie and Dev at the hospital. They’re perfect together. Please don’t split them up! Bea, Dudley We couldn’t agree more, and…

“M andy set the precedent for girl power! declares Emmerdale star Lisa Riley, as we sit down for an exclusive chat to mark the anniversary of Mandy’s first appearance. “She says what women want to say, but are too frightened to say! Her one-liners are amazing.” Cast your mind back 30 years, and the whirlwind of Mandy Dingle was a vision in lime green and double denim, flirting up a storm with floppy haired Dave Glover. She was introduced at the wedding of her cousin Tina, for one episode only. That was until producers saw her potential and made her an integral part of the Dingles. And thank heavens they did! Lisa soon became a star in her own right and left to pursue other roles – she never imagined…

Bad-boy beginnings “Darren was a villain at first, with a chip on his shoulder – he’d been away in America then came back to live with his father, who he had a lot of resentment towards. Slowly it all came out about Darren’s own issues and insecurities. I started playing it as Darren thinking he was being funny when he said mean things, but was just misunderstood. He’s the guy who always says the wrong thing, and eventually you realised his heart was in the right place.” Fashion crimes “In the early days I’d get a shock every day in Darren’s wardrobe! String vests, leather pants, gold chains, a furry trench coat – it helped bring the comedy to the character, and as ridiculous as the clothes were, when you get…

EDEN FOWLER HOME AND AWAY BEST DAYTIME STAR It’s been a whirlwind year for Home and Away’s Eden. She’s reconnected with her parents and siblings, making the Fowlers one of the Bay’s strongest families, and is now planning her wedding to fiancé Cash! Stephanie Panozzo tells us what a Best Daytime Star win would mean to her… How does it feel to be up for Best Daytime Star? I just feel so honoured, and I’m so thankful to all of our incredible fans in the UK. We put so much work in, and it’s so rewarding. I need to get to the UK, because I’ve never been! Did you enjoy getting to sing when Cash proposed to Eden? I love singing just as much as acting. So to be able…

PICK OF THE DAY One Night ITV1, 9.30pm Nicole da Silva stars as would-be writer Simone, alongside Jodie Whittaker as Simone’s friend Tess, in this six-part Aussie drama. Annika BBC1, 9.10pm DI Strandhed (Nicola Walker) investigates the bizarre death of a Scottish millionaire found floating in his own shark tank. Andrew & Fergie: The Duke & Duchess Of Excess 5, 9pm A Documentary looking into some of Prince Andrew and Sarah Ferguson’s controversial connections. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 1.45pm FILM: War Horse 4.00-4.30 Our Lives: Row Hard Or Row Home: Around Ireland In 32 Days BBC2 WALES as Main BBC2 except: 5.00pm Weatherman Walking 5.30-5.45 Flog It! STV as Main ITV except: 3.55-5.05am Unwind With STV…

PICK OF THE DAY The Great British Sewing Bee BBC1, 9pm Host Sara Pascoe and judges Esme Young and Patrick Grant oversee children’s week. The Big Pound Shop Swap Channel 4, 8pm Denise Van Outen helps the Osbourne clan save cash. Sam And Billie: Sister Act ITV2, 9pm New reality series following the lives of TOWIE sisters Sam Faiers and Billie Shepherd. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 10.40pm The Crime I Can’t Forget 11.30 Billion Dollar Playground 12.25am Billion Dollar Playground 1.15-6.00 BBC News BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm Reporting Scotland/Weather 7.00-7.30 River City 12.20-12.50am Scotcast 1.20 This Country 1.50 Weather For The Week Ahead 1.55-6.00 BBC News BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm BBC Wales Today/Weather 10.40 Rewind: 60 Years Of Welsh…

BULLSEYE! From Steve slithering down a pole the night before, to Bernie slipping upstairs to ‘butter Dev’s croissant’ the morning after, the Winter-Alahan wedding was an absolute joy. Even our compulsory weekly visit to Weathy Gen was a heart-warming experience for once, as the pair exchanged their vows with their bonkers blended family around them. More please, Corrie! You should never tell others how to parent their children but… SORT THIS OUT, Ross. Before he kills someone. Trust fun sponge Nick to shun the loud dress code for Dev’s stag… At least Glenda understood the assignment. Johnny’s ChatGPT has had an absolute mare. Trend alert! Rubbish burglaries gone horribly wrong. Stay in school, kids! Kit’s in A&E so often they’re gonna start charging him rent. Now you’ve gone and done…

Lynne McGranger turned Irene Roberts into a true soap icon, and now her contribution to Home and Away has been recognised by winning Australian TV’s most prestigious award! Lynne, who is due to leave the Bay after three decades, bagged the Gold Logie for Most Popular Personality at the recent ceremony down under, equivalent to the UK’s TV BAFTAs and NTAs rolled into one. It was quite the night for the star – the longest-serving actress on an Aussie drama – as she also won the Silver Logie for Best Lead Actress. During an emotional acceptance speech, Lynne vowed to keep her award in her handbag so she can remember her big achievement wherever she goes! Congrats, Lynne!…

Roo leaves her dad concerned this week, when she annouces she plans to adopt Cohen! After Cohen is hospitalised with tonsillitis, maternal Roo goes into panic mode – so dad Alf steps in to reassure her. As he bonds with Cohen over fishing magazines, Alf is touched and tells his daughter he’s proud of her. Buoyed by her father’s support, Roo reveals that she wants to apply to adopt the youngster – but Alf shockingly objects, worried that Roo will get her heart broken! Will Roo push on with her plan against Alf’s wishes?…

Vanessa is, and has always been, Charity’s voice of reason, so it’s no wonder that she went to her when she was feeling vulnerable and scared. They still have such a strong connection, and I can’t help but hope there are plans to reunite Vanity! Rochelle Don’t get me wrong, I loved Charity and Vanessa together – but surely Ness deserves more than a drunken lunge? Charity spent the whole time banging on about Mack, so even though it feels like their marriage is doomed, I’m not convinced it’s meant to be with her and Vanessa, either! Jamilla, Warrington Am I the only one who feels a bit sorry for Mack? He’s trying his best to support Charity during an impossible situation. She pushes him away and won’t talk to…

It wasn’t long ago that Sarah was keeping vigil at Kit’s bedside after he was brutally stabbed. Since then, Sarah hasn’t had much grief to deal with – except when Brody is around, or when David fires his sarky comments at her! But Sarah’s quiet life is blown apart this week, when an Underworld client, Eli, accuses her of sexual harassment. Having had his car searched by Kit before his meeting, Eli is furious when the cop turns up at the factory – leading Sarah to lock her client in the office! As Tina tells us, Sarah lives to regret her spur-of-the-moment move… Hi, Tina! Can you talk us through Sarah’s state of mind right now? Before Eli, Sarah’s in a positive place. Work and relationship-wise, things are going well.…

Just in case you missed it the first time around, here’s another chance for you to cast your vote in the Inside Soap Awards 2025! We want YOU to tell us the characters and plots you’ve loved over the past 12 months, as our awards are 100% voted for by the people who matter the most – the Inside Soap reader… And boy, are we glad you’re the ones picking the winners, because we just couldn’t choose! It’s been a year of showstopping moments, with Emmerdale’s Robert receiving his ‘get out of jail free’ card just in time to crash his ex-hubby Aaron’s wedding to John, while in Hollyoaks, Clare Devine made her dramatic return to the village – 12 years on from her ‘death’! We’ve added a category for…

BOBBY COSTELLO HOLLYOAKS BEST NEWCOMER SCHUEY WEEVER WATERLOO ROAD BEST DRAMA STAR It looks as though Waterloo Road’s resident bad boy Schuey is turning over a new leaf, with a new foster home and a new romance in the last series. Not only is Zak Sutcliffe nominated for Best Drama Star this year, but he also has a Best Newcomer nod for playing Mercedes’ son Bobby in Hollyoaks (RIP). We caught up with Zak to celebrate making Inside Soap Awards history… Hi, Zak! What do you love most about playing Schuey on Waterloo Road? It’s the subtle changes we’ve seen in him over time. Schuey has been influenced by his dad, but you also see these moments of his true self. In the most recent series, you saw a shift…

PICK OF THE DAY Ridley ITV1, 8pm Adrian Dunbar and Elizabeth Berrington star in the crime drama series. Cooking With The Stars ITV1, 7pm Emma Willis and Tom Allen host the latest edition of the celebrity cookery contest. The Only Way Is Essex ITV2, 9pm The cast jets off to Portugal for sun, sea and drama to mark the show turning 15. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 6.10-6.15pm BBC Newsline/ Weather BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 6.10-6.15pm Reporting Scotland/Weather BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 2.45pm FILM: Ghostbusters 4.25 Wales On The One Show 4.55 Back In The Day 5.25-5.55 SOS: Extreme Rescues 6.10-6.15 BBC Wales Today/Weather BBC2 N IRELAND as Main BBC2 except: 4.30pm Weather Watchers With Barra Best 4.55 Fake Or Fortune? 5.55-6.25…

PICK OF THE DAY Destination X BBC1, 9pm A view from the X-bus windows seems to give the game away as to the players’ next location. George Clarke’s Kitchen Vs Garden Channel 4, 8pm A couple are hoping for both a dream kitchen and a Japanese-style garden. Mudtown U&Alibi, 9pm A magistrate faces turmoil while presiding over a case. New series starring Tom Cullen. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm BBC Newsline/ Weather 10.40 If Walls Could Talk 11.10 UEFA Champions League Play-Off Highlights 12.00am This Country 12.30 This Country 1.00-1.30 Scam Interceptors BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm Reporting Scotland/Weather 10.30-10.40 Reporting Scotland/Weather 11.30 Scotcast 12.00am FILM: Pirates Of The Caribbean: Salazar’s Revenge 2.00 Weather For The Week Ahead 2.05-6.00 BBC News BBC1 WALES…

PICK OF THE DAY Miriam Margolyes Discovers New Zealand BBC2, 9pm The actor explores New Zealand for the first time. Under The Bridge ITV1, 9pm As the trial unfolds, Rebecca (Riley Keough) begins to question who she should defend. Peacemaker Sky Showcase, 10pm Return of the superhero comedy, starring John Cena and Danielle Brooks. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 10.40pm Paddy & Nigel’s Tourist Trap 11.10 Reading Festival 2025 12.10am Reading Festival 2025 1.10 The Hit List 1.55-6.00 BBC News BBC1 WALES as Main BBC1 except: 10.40-11.40pm Green Man 2025 12.40am Reading Festival 2025 1.40-6.00 BBC News STV as Main ITV except: 1.30-4.30pm STV Racing: Live From York 6.00-6.30 STV News/Weather 7.00-7.30 What’s On Scotland 3.50-5.05am Unwind With STV UTV as Main ITV except: 7.00-7.30pm UTV…

Laura-Jayne snoops behind the soap headlines… Corrie viewers can expect big changes at the Rovers, when Eva Price returns to take charge of the iconic pub! Cheering news of former star Catherine Tyldesley’s cobbles comeback reaches us as Sally Ann Matthews – who’s played ex-landlady Jenny on and off since 1986 – confirms that she’s set to leave the Street… “I was supposed to stay for five months but ended up doing an extra 10 years because I loved it so much!” explains Sally Ann. “It’s time, however, to play those parts I always hoped I would when I’d ‘grown up’. Thanks to Trafford Wharf Road [where Coronation Street’s studios are based] for the memories and endless laughter.” While we’re super-sad to be losing Jenny, what a twist that Eva…

Hi, Lawrence. How is Mack coping with Charity’s surrogacy? He’s a bit like a yo-yo when it comes to the surrogacy. And in my opinion, rightly so, given how they nearly broke up two years ago. It’s a lovely thing that Charity is doing for Sarah, but I do think that he is right to be concerned and worried given their past history. Charity has recently kissed Vanessa. How do you think Mack would react if he found out? This is a hard one. I’d like to say he’d be upset, but we can’t forget how his son Reuben came into this world. I’d also like to think that they’d be strong enough to get through it, but it would upset Mack, especially as he’s out on his ear. He…

Dee-Dee mixes business with pleasure this week when she shares a passionate kiss with Ollie – despite the fact he’s one of her law-firm clients! The single mum is ready to mingle, but will she live to regret crossing this line? And is she ready for love again after evil Joel broke her? “Just as Dee-Dee thinks she’s met a nice guy, things immediately get complicated,” begins our Corrie source. “She can’t help how she feels about Ollie – though is he worth risking her career for?” Ollie is in the office for a meeting and the spark between him and Dee-Dee is obvious. Once he’s left, giddy Dee-Dee confides in Alya she’s smitten, but is concerned a romance would be viewed as a conflict of interest. When Dee-Dee runs…

FAIR CITY • In revenge against Melanie, Hughie is encouraged by Zoe to fake a relapse! Concerned Melanie skips work to support him, and when Zoe blames her for his relapse, Melanie confesses the truth about the car theft. Can Hughie ever forgive her? RIVER CITY • While on a date with Madonna, Drew’s risky drug use finally catches up with him and he suffers a heart attack! Finding her son unconscious in the road, Caitlin is horrified when the severity of Drew’s addiction is revealed. Will this be the wakeup call he needs? THE ARCHERS • Brad is forced to referee when a row between Amber and Chelsea gets heated, as bullying allegations come to light. Fallon is thrown when she receives shocking news about an old friend. And…

Guilty Emily prays for forgiveness this week after she tries to plant an unholy smacker on the Reverend Ashley! The vicar has been a big support to Emily in recent times, and she’s chuffed when he encourages her to go for a job as a nursery nurse, boosting her confidence with his wise words. Later, Sam confides in Emily about marking the anniversary of Alice’s death, so she speaks to Ashley – who suggests a memorial service. However, when Ashley mentions this to emotional Sam, he rages at Emily for discussing it without asking. Fleeing into Ashley’s arms, upset Emily misreads the vicar’s comforting hug and heads in for a smooch... Elsewhere, it’s a real case of kissing cousins as Eli cheats on cousin Chas with cousin Debbie! Dingles, eh?…

BEST BUDDY “I love working with Ali King [Carla]. We spend a lot of time together and share a dressing room. We get on really well, and we’re very lucky when we get to work with each other. Ali’s character is very fast-spoken so she usually has a lot to learn and do, but we have fun!” BUMPY RIDE “My most recent scene was out on Rosamund Street in a car with Gareth [Todd], James [Theo] and Josh, who plays Harry. I say, ‘I’m really sorry, I shouldn’t have given him that milkshake!’” ALL CHANGE “My favourite set was the Platts’. I do love the new set, but it hasn’t got that nostalgia of Gail and Audrey any more. Now my favourite is Sarah’s flat. I’d happily live in there…

HOLLY HOYLAND NEIGHBOURS BEST DAYTIME STAR HOW TO VOTE Voting for the Inside Soap Awards is open now, giving you the chance to show your appreciation for all your soapie favourites; insidesoap.co.uk/awards is the address you need – that will take you to a page on Digital Spy with all the instructions. Now go and choose your winners! This week, it’s the turn of our favourite Daytime and Drama stars to tell us why they deserve your votes this year! It’s been an emotional 12 months for our Aussie soaps with the news that Neighbours is due to end again in December, but at least we can take heart that Home and Away is still going strong. Meanwhile in the dramas, Casualty is gearing up to mark its 40th…

RIDA AMAAN CASUALTY BEST DRAMA STAR Rida’s move to the surgical team and her harrowing ordeal at the hands of Russell has been one of the highlights of Casualty’s very eventful year. Sarah Seggari’s emotional performance captivated viewers – and has earned her a nomination for Best Drama Star! With Rida now back in the ED as a Band 6 nurse, Sarah chats to us about what’s to come for her character… Hi, Sarah! How does it feel to be nominated for Best Drama Star? It’s amazing, surprising, shocking and really nice! You don’t expect to get nominated for things in this job, so when you do, it’s a really pleasant surprise. Plus, because we film so far ahead, I’m like, “What did I do to deserve this?” How do…

Matthew Perry: A Hollywood Tragedy Monday, 9pm ITV1 Known to millions as Friends’ Chandler Bing, actor Matthew Perry died in October 2023, aged just 54. Five people were charged in connection with helping Perry to obtain lethal doses of ketamine, including his doctor and PA. This documentary’s UK airing has been updated to include some of the most recent developments in this heartbreaking story (while four of the five charged have now pleaded guilty, Jasveen Sangha, allegedly known as the ‘Ketamine Queen’, is set to face trial). The film also hears from Perry’s on-screen mum Morgan Fairchild, aka Nora Tyler Bing, as well as Hollywood insiders, journalists, lawyers and medical professionals. Confessions Of A Brain Surgeon Monday, 9pm BBC2 This new documentary sees British neurosurgeon Henry Marsh – who pioneered…

PICK OF THE DAY The Great Ticket Rip-Off: Scams & Scandals BBC2, 7pm Steffan Powell delves into the murky world of ticket touts. Celebrity SAS: Who Dares Wins Channel 4, 9pm Chief Instructor Billy Billingham tests the recruits’ ability to put others before themselves. Michael Mosley: Secrets Of The Superagers Channel 4, 8pm Last in the series in which the late journalist meets folk who seem to defy the rules of ageing. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm BBC Newsline/ Weather 10.40 True North: Pets Saving Lives 11.10 Have I Got News For You 11.40 Mayfair Witches 12.25am Mayfair Witches 1.05-6.00 BBC News BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 1.35-1.45pm Reporting Scotland/Weather 11.10 Sportscene: SWPL Highlights 11.40 Scotcast 12.10am Mayfair Witches 12.55 Mayfair Witches 1.35 Weather…

PICK OF THE DAY The Fortune Hotel ITV1, 9pm With only five pairs remaining, things turn frosty with an exceptional Hotel Game. In Flight Channel 4, 9pm In the last of the series, Jo (Katherine Kelly) uncovers the truth in Sonny’s case, as she and Cormac execute their escape plan. Football’s Financial Shame: The Story Of The V11 BBC2, 9pm A look at the scandal from inside the Premier League. REGIONAL VARIATIONS BBC1 N IRELAND as Main BBC1 except: 10.40pm A City Dreaming 11.40 Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury 12.10am Tommy: The Good. The Bad. The Fury 12.40-1.25 Pointless Celebrities BBC1 SCOTLAND as Main BBC1 except: 7.00-7.30pm River City 11.40 Scotcast 12.10am FILM: The Adventures Of Priscilla, Queen Of The Desert 1.50 Weather For The Week Ahead 1.55-6.00…

ACROSS 3 Rebecca ___, actress behind Dales character 6D & 43A(6)7& 36D Emmerdale newcomer who wanted to rent some fields from fellow farmer Moira (5,7)8See 24D9___ al-Fitr, the end of Ramadan, as celebrated by the Maaliks in Hollyoaks (3)11 Twenty ___, the year that Corrie teen Joseph was born to parents Chesney Brown and Katy Armstrong (6) 13 One-time Hollyoaks family whose members included Les, Sally, Dan, Lisa and Lee (6)16 She reluctantly agreed to help 48A keep her condition secret from her mother (3) 17 Unit for measuring area of land, for example Annie’s Field, which Robert Sugden wants to farm in Emmerdale (4)18 ___ Brocklebank, has announced he will be leaving Coronation Street this year (6)21 Picture clue: She plays Paddy Dingle’s wife – for the second time –…

Casualty Rida Amaan........................................... Sarah SeggariFlynn Byron................................................................ Olly RixSunny Callahan.......................Jamie Marie LearyFaith Dean................................................Kirsty MitchellIain Dean..................................... Michael StevensonTeddy Gowan .................................................Milo ClarkeIndie Jankowski ...........................Naomi WakszlakJan Jenning ..................................................... Di BotcherDylan Keogh ..............................................William BeckJacob Masters ........................................ Charles VennRash Masum...............................................Neet MohanSiobhan McKenzie .................................Melanie HillCam Mickelthwaite ...........................Barney WalshStevie Nash.............................................Elinor LawlessNgozi Okoye..............................................Adesuwa OniNicole Piper...................................Sammy T DobsonJodie Whyte ......................................................Anna Chell Coronation Street Aadi Alahan..............................................Adam HussainAsha Alahan.............................................Tanisha GoreyDev Alahan...........................................Jimmi HarkishinIzzy Armstrong ...........................Cherylee HoustonDee-Dee Bailey ...Channique Sterling-Brown Ed Bailey ..........................Trevor Michael GeorgesJames Bailey......................................Jason CallenderMichael Bailey............................................Ryan RussellRonnie Bailey...........................................Vinta MorganAdam Barlow............................. Samuel RobertsonAmy Barlow...............................................Elle MulvaneyKen Barlow ............................................William RoacheLeanne Battersby...................................Jane DansonSam Blakeman........................................ Jude RiordanLauren Bolton...................................................Cait FittonJoseph Brown ...............................William FlanaganCarla Connor....................................................Alison KingJenny Connor .........................Sally Ann MatthewsLiam Connor ..................................Charlie WrenshallMaria Connor.....................Samia LongchambonRyan Connor............................................Ryan PrescottRoy Cropper..............................................David NeilsonFiz Dobbs..............................................Jennie McAlpineHope Dobbs ..................................Isabella FlanaganRuby Dobbs ...................................................Billie NaylorTyrone Dobbs.................................................Alan HalsallKit Green.................................................... Jacob RobertsTodd Grimshaw..................................... Gareth PierceToyah Habeeb......................................Georgia TaylorNoah Hedley........................................Richard WinsorNina…