Coronation Street spoilers — fans slam show for ‘constant misery’ amid Ryan acid attack storyline – plus EastEnders news

CORONATION Street fans are struggling to handle to show's barrage of "miserable" storylines.

This comes as Paul Foreman - who is played by actor Peter Ash in the ITV soap - will soon discover he has motor neurone disease (MND) and the storyline will follow the terminal life-shortening illness.

The hit ITV show is also set to see Ryan come to terms with his life-long injuries after protecting Daisy Midgley from an acid attack and delve deeper into Amy's tragic rape storyline.

It all became too much for viewers who have hit out at the endless misery in Weatherfield as one wrote: "Literally can't deal with all this misery on Corrie, it's all negative."

A second said: "Tired of the constant depressing stuff." While another said: "I'm switching off. It's all just bad stuff."

Read our Coronation Street blog below for the latest gossip...

  • Is Weatherfield a real place?

    As much as ITV viewers may enjoy it, Weatherfield is a fictional town.

    Known on screens as the cobbled haven for drama, heartbreak, betrayal and even murder, Weatherfield is actually based on Salford, located in Greater Manchester.

    The town has always been chosen to host Coronation Street’s plotlines since the programme’s inception in 1960.

  • Meet Walford’s newest family

    Actor Colin Salmon will join the soap as father of two George Knight alongside Absolutely Fabulous star Harriet Thorpe who will play the recast role of Linda Carter’s mum Elaine Peacock.

    The Sun exclusively revealed how EastEnders bosses were looking for big name stars for the newcomers and they found it with the pair joined by Strictly Come Dancing finalist Molly Rainford and actress Francesca Henry as George’s daughters.

    British actor Colin is best known for his role as MI6 deputy chief of staff Charles Robinson in three Bond films and will play “tough-talking and fiercely protective” father-of-two George.

    The 60-year-old said: “I’m thrilled to be joining the cast of EastEnders to take on the role of George Knight. 

    “I’m excited to explore the character of George, a true East End gentleman, having been born in the East End myself.”

  • Strictly star arrives in Walford

    Molly Rainford, who won hearts across the nation during her stint on Strictly Come Dancing, will be joining the cast of EastEnders.

    She will be part of the Knight family, who take over the Queen Vic pub.

  • How to get your daily fix of soap spoilers

    Keep up to date with Britain’s favourite soap dramas right here on thesun.co.uk.

  • Hollyoaks’ Jessica Fox shares rare pic of newborn baby

    Jessica Fox has shared a rare photo of her newborn baby after giving birth to a baby boy.

    The actress, who is best known for playing Nancy Hayton on the Channel 4 series, took to her Instagram with the sweet photo.

  • Ofcom complaints for Corrie

    There has been 72 complaints to the broadcast watchdog after the shocking acid attack scenes were aired on Monday night.

    It comes after the episode was slammed by fans who accused bosses of going “too far”.

    It saw Daisy Midgeley’s stalker Justin throw acid at her but ended up dousing Ryan Connor in disturbing and upsetting scenes.

  • Pictured: Ruthie Henshall in Coronation Street

    Glenda Shuttleworth will be getting a shock blast from the past in the cobbles.

    West End star Ruthie Henshall rocks up Coronation Street for the first time in scenes due to air next week.

  • Coronation Street worked hard to make sure acid attack story was accurate

    Coronation Street has worked closely with Loose Women star Katie Piper and her charitable foundation in order to tell the story with sensitivity and care.

    Acid Survivors Trust International (ASTI) have also been assisting in the show’s portrayal of the shocking act.

  • Coronation Street fans can’t cope with the endless misery on the cobbles

    Coronation Street fans are struggling to cope with the tragedy and devastation recent storylines have brought to the cobbles.

    The famous street has been beset with misery in recent months but tonight proved too much for fans.

    With Ryan Connor struggling in hospital with the realisation at what the acid attack did to him, ex-girlfriend Alya Nazir tried to comfort him but he pushed her away.

    Outside Daisy Midgeley, whose own stalking ordeal led to the acid attack, was consumed with guilt about what happened.

    Also on the soap, Amy Barlow opened up to her parents about how Aaron raped her earlier this month.

    And on top of that Paul Foreman was continuing to struggle with his mystery illness that viewers know will be diagnosed as MND and see him tragically die.

    Also at the factory serial killer Stephen Reid continued to plot his next heinous crime after Michael Bailey discovered he had lied about the American deal being tanked

    And it was all too much for those watching at home - with many hitting out at the endless misery in Weatherfield.

    One wrote: "Literally can't deal with all this misery on Corrie, it's all negative."

    While a second said: "I'm switching off. It's all just bad stuff."

  • Molly Rainford and Tyler West are dating

    Strictly Come Dancing star Tyler West confirmed he is dating Molly Rainford as he told Lorraine Kelly: “I’m so proud of my girlfriend”.

    The radio DJ, 26, paid tribute to Molly in a post on Instagram earlier and again on ITV’s Lorraine following her huge career news.

    It comes after The Sun revealed Tyler and his fellow Strictly star Molly, 21, were spotted flirting backstage in October, and they were inseparable on the tour this year after the series wrapped.

    Today, Tyler presented a showbiz news round-up for Lorraine Kelly and told the presenter that he had some happy news about his girlfriend.

    He said: “I’m a very proud boyfriend, Lorraine.

    “They’ve announced there is a new family joining Albert Square, and I am very fond of one of them!

    “I will be on the square like an ultimate fan boy over there.”

  • First look at Ruthie Henshall in Coronation Street

    Glenda Shuttleworth will be getting a shock blast from the past in the cobbles.

    West End star Ruthie Henshall rocks up Coronation Street for the first time in scenes due to air next week. 

    The Bromley actress was cast for a guest stint in the ITV soap as Estelle, a fellow cruise singer and friend of Glenda Shuttleworth.

    Take a look here.

  • Paul's exit storyline begins as acid attack aftermath shown tonight

    A Coronation Street soap star will wave goodbye to the cobbles in a devastating exit storyline.

    Paul Foreman - who is played by actor Peter Ash in the ITV soap - will soon discover he has motor neurone disease (MND) and the storyline will follow the terminal life-shortening illness.

    Coronation Street has been working on the storyline with the Motor Neurone Disease (MND) Association whose experts have been advising the soap's researchers, scriptwriters and actors since last autumn to ensure it is an "accurate portrayal".

    The hit ITV show is also set to see Ryan come to terms with his life-long injuries after protecting Daisy Midgley from an acid attack.

  • Freddie Slater has a difficult time ahead

    Coming up, Freddie finds himself double booked with two dates for the same evening and panics whether he can pull it off.

    Stacey Slater (Lacey Turner) convinces him to go for it but his other family members are far from trusting he can manage both dates.

    Freddie gives it his best try later on in The Vic as Jean (Gillian Wright), her partner Harvey Monroe (Ross Boatman) and Stacey watch him while he attempts to navigate both dates.

    Unfortunately for him, things go from bad to worse when Freddie muddles up his dates.

    The Slaters watch the drama unfold but Jean upsets Freddie when she questions his intelligence.

    This prompts Freddie to make a devastating confession about what his childhood was like – what will he reveal?

  • How to get your daily fix of soap spoilers

    Keep up to date with Britain’s favourite soap dramas right here on thesun.co.uk.

  • What has Molly Rainford said about her new role?

    TV presenter, singer and actress Molly Rainford, known for playing Nova Jones on CBBC, said: “I’m super-excited to be joining the cast of EastEnders.”

    The Sun exclusively revealed her EastEnders casting last month.

    The 22-year-old added: “It’s such an iconic show which myself and my family love, so it’s an honour to bring the character Anna Knight to life who is set to stir up drama upon her arrival.

    “I’ve already met a few familiar faces from my time on Strictly and I can’t wait to meet and be a part of the EastEnders family.”

  • This Morning star grovels to fans after major soap blunder

    This Morning star Sharon Marshall has grovelled to fans after making a major soap blunder.

    Joining Holly Willoughby and Joel Dommett to talk about all the latest goings on in soapland - the soap expert informed viewers that Jodie Prenger was leaving her role as Glenda Shuttleworth in Coronation Street.

    However, Sharon had made a rare blunder and quickly took to Twitter to correct herself and apologise.

    She tweeted: "I am the biggest idiot! The iconic Jodie Prenger is NOT leaving Corrie.

    "Glenda is staying. I am so so sorry, I got my wires crossed. She is staying. She is fabulous! @thismorning."

  • Is Weatherfield a real place?

    As much as ITV viewers may enjoy it, Weatherfield is a fictional town.

    Known on screens as the cobbled haven for drama, heartbreak, betrayal and even murder, Weatherfield is actually based on Salford, located in Greater Manchester.

    The town has always been chosen to host Coronation Street’s plotlines since the programme’s inception in 1960.

  • Can you visit the set of Coronation Street?

    Fans can have a wander around the Corrie set if they so wish.

    Visits last for 90 minutes and take place in Coronation Street, Rosamund Street and the newly extended Victoria Street.

    The tour was re-opened in early 2022 and is only available on selected dates to avoid any interferences with filming.

    Visits can be booked online right here.

  • Corrie's upcoming scenes will see Ryan come to terms with his life-long injuries

    Coronation Street's upcoming scenes will see Ryan come to terms with his life-long injuries after protecting Daisy Midgley from an acid attack.

    Speaking on This Morning, actor Ryan Prescott said the ITV soap would be focusing on Ryan's recovery long into the future.

    He explained: ''Acid attack survivors go through hundreds of operations, multiple skin grafts and quite often a lifetime of post-traumatic stress disorder. We want to show the different stages of his recovery."

  • Ryan’s shocking injuries revealed after brutal acid attack

    The horrifying extent of Ryan’s injuries has been revealed after Justin’s vicious acid attack on Monday night.

    Following the shocking acid attack, it was revealed that the Corrie favourite would have to undergo surgery.

    A behind-the-scenes snap has now revealed the results.

  • Meet Walford’s newest family

    Actor Colin Salmon will join the soap as father of two George Knight alongside Absolutely Fabulous star Harriet Thorpe who will play the recast role of Linda Carter’s mum Elaine Peacock.

    The Sun exclusively revealed how EastEnders bosses were looking for big name stars for the newcomers and they found it with the pair joined by Strictly Come Dancing finalist Molly Rainford and actress Francesca Henry as George’s daughters.

    British actor Colin is best known for his role as MI6 deputy chief of staff Charles Robinson in three Bond films and will play “tough-talking and fiercely protective” father-of-two George.

    The 60-year-old said: “I’m thrilled to be joining the cast of EastEnders to take on the role of George Knight. 

    “I’m excited to explore the character of George, a true East End gentleman, having been born in the East End myself.”

  • Strictly star arrives in Walford

    Molly Rainford, who won hearts across the nation during her stint on Strictly Come Dancing, will be joining the cast of EastEnders.

    She will be part of the Knight family, who take over the Queen Vic pub.


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