Coronation Street is set to be a whirlwind of drama in 2025.
In 2024, the focus was on troubled teen Lauren Bolton (Cait Fitton), who tragically ended up murdering her abuser Joel Deering (Calum Lill). Additionally, viewers bid a tearful farewell to Paul Doreman (Pete Ash) following his battle with MND.
However, the upcoming year promises a plethora of shocking moments, including the unexpected return of a villain, a soap legend's cancer diagnosis, numerous romantic entanglements and much more.
Corrie's new boss Kate Brooks gave a sneak peek into what's in store on the cobbles in 2025.
'Massive stunt'
The Platts are set for a tumultuous 2025 on the cobbles. Kate hinted at a significant escalation for the beloved family, so much so that the soap will feature a "massive stunt."
She confirmed the thrilling stunt, adding: "It comes to a massive head in early February when we play a massive stunt which has massive consequences for David [Platt]. In trying to protect everyone, he ends up losing quite a few things that he holds dear."
The new boss also disclosed that "somebody does get embroiled in David's downfall which is quite unexpected".
Kevin Webster's cancer news
Soap icon Kevin Webster (Michael Le Vell) is set for a heart-wrenching storyline. Kate revealed: "As we go into the new year, Kevin will discover he has got testicular cancer which causes a massive strain on his relationship. Abi is a really strong character, but she is going through her own turmoil at the same time. We want to tell this really truthfully, we've been working closely with MacMillan to make sure that we tell the story right."
The plot thickens for Kevin and Abi's romance, as Kate disclosed: "But ultimately it's about his relationship with Abi and that is going to truly tested."
Kate also teased additional turmoil in Weatherfield: "Abi is going through her own situation as she struggles in the aftermath of a big event that happens in January. She loves Kevin and he loves her, but the temptation comes Abi's way let's put it that way.."
New romances
Touching on upcoming romantic entanglements, she revealed more love stories on the horizon for 2025 in Corrie.
"There might be a new man for Todd [Grimshaw] - which will come with its own tests and trials and tribulations shall we say," Kate hinted. "He's been single for donkey's years and he's fantastic".
Intriguingly, Kate touched on another potential couple: "Adam [Barlow] and Alya [Nazir] are kind of another romance. It's a bit of a slow burn, I think they are really interesting to have in the solicitor's office."
A villain returns
And finally, Kate confirmed the return of a familiar face to the cobbles, Marc Baylis as Rob Donovan. Kate teased: "We last left Rob languishing in prison. But he comes back to the show, and we think he might be a reformed character. We think he's seen the error of his ways, whether that's the case or not, I don't know."
Kate disclosed: "But Rob definitely comes back and causes a lot of trouble for Carla and Lisa. Just when Carla and Lisa think it's safe for them to sit down and watch Netflix, Rob Donovan comes along and kind of scuppers all of that."
Cassie's plan for Ken
The soap's stalwart Ken Barlow (William Roache) is also set for a tumultuous 2025, as Kate confirmed Cassie Plummer (Claire Sweeney), who previously poisoned him, will continue her machinations.
"Cassie is great to have in the Barlows, she causes so much fun and I love her relationship with Kenny. There will be a lot more of that," Kate remarked. "The friendship is genuine and real, but Cassie has had a bad life and a terrible upbringing. She's made mistakes in the past and sometimes it's hard to shake off that persona and that's what we'll see with Cassie.
"She'll be struggling with the kind of the good angel and bad angel on her shoulder and which way is she gonna go? But ultimately she does stir up a lot of trouble and a lot of bother. So, Cassie and Ken keep your eyes on them two because it's gonna get good! ".
