Classic Coronation Street #3 Save the cobbles residents are whining, whilst Deirdre and Dev are 69ing!

[Rockin' Robin]

So can we expect Bet soon?
When I started watching these afternoon repeats Bet and Alec were running the pub. It moves so fast.

I think someone else on this thread, mentioned that she would appear in June. So it might be a few weeks away now.

 

[IngressUK]

We are now only 18 episodes from Bet Lynch's brief 2002 comeback. Today's second episode was 10th May 2002. Bet returns on 10th June 2002 for 8 episodes.

The original plan was for a permanent comeback. Bet was planned to become the new Rovers manageress, under the current ownership of Fred Eliott. Although we actually see Bet decline Fred's request to come back to the Rovers, she would have eventually accepted - had she remained.

Although the 2002 return didn't work out, Bet returns in 2003 for a further 7 episodes in November 2003 set in Blackpool. In a storyline involving Cecil Newton and Jim and Liz McDonald.

I still think there is one final story left in Bet. She should return for a month or so, to finally patch things up with Rita before it is too late. Barbara Knox, nor Julie Goodyear are getting any younger. It would be fitting to see Rita and Bet finally make amends.

 

[LennyBriscoe]

Can anyone remember, was Corrie flagging a bit ratings wise and that’s why they brought Bet back? It’s just after some really heavy storylines - Toyah’s rape, Dennis’ death, Dougie’s death/introduction of Richard Hillman and the Ashley/Maxime/Matt saga - or was she such a big hit with the viewers, any time would be good for her to return?

 

[Cupid_Stunt]

Can anyone remember, was Corrie flagging a bit ratings wise and that’s why they brought Bet back? It’s just after some really heavy storylines - Toyah’s rape, Dennis’ death, Dougie’s death/introduction of Richard Hillman and the Ashley/Maxime/Matt saga - or was she such a big hit with the viewers, any time would be good for her to return?

Taken from Wikipedia:

“In the years following Bet's departure, ratings for Coronation Street started to become overtaken by rival soap EastEnders, with long-term viewers complaining that storylines in Weatherfield were becoming increasingly depressing. In 2002, producer Kieran Roberts was keen to help the show return to its original roots and bring back a character from the 'golden era' of the show. Julie Goodyear was offered a one year contract to reprise the character and Bet returned to Weatherfield in June 2002 for Betty's retirement party at the Rovers. Offscreen, Goodyear struggled with the increased shooting schedule of the show and, amidst unconfirmed reports of 'diva' like behaviour, quit after 17 days of filming on the advice of her doctor who diagnosed her with stress and exhaustion. Goodyear's abrupt departure meant that Bet's storylines had to be concluded off-screen. In November 2003, Bet made her last appearance to date in the show, with a storyline that reunited her with old friend Liz MacDonald in Brighton.”

Bet Lynch - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

 

[LennyBriscoe]

Taken from Wikipedia:

“In the years following Bet's departure, ratings for Coronation Street started to become overtaken by rival soap EastEnders, with long-term viewers complaining that storylines in Weatherfield were becoming increasingly depressing. In 2002, producer Kieran Roberts was keen to help the show return to its original roots and bring back a character from the 'golden era' of the show. Julie Goodyear was offered a one year contract to reprise the character and Bet returned to Weatherfield in June 2002 for Betty's retirement party at the Rovers. Offscreen, Goodyear struggled with the increased shooting schedule of the show and, amidst unconfirmed reports of 'diva' like behaviour, quit after 17 days of filming on the advice of her doctor who diagnosed her with stress and exhaustion. Goodyear's abrupt departure meant that Bet's storylines had to be concluded off-screen. In November 2003, Bet made her last appearance to date in the show, with a storyline that reunited her with old friend Liz MacDonald in Brighton.”

Bet Lynch - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

Thanks Cupid, sounds like a complete disaster .

They should have asked Reg Holdsworth back instead…

 

[Sprezza]

Taken from Wikipedia:

“In the years following Bet's departure, ratings for Coronation Street started to become overtaken by rival soap EastEnders, with long-term viewers complaining that storylines in Weatherfield were becoming increasingly depressing. In 2002, producer Kieran Roberts was keen to help the show return to its original roots and bring back a character from the 'golden era' of the show. Julie Goodyear was offered a one year contract to reprise the character and Bet returned to Weatherfield in June 2002 for Betty's retirement party at the Rovers. Offscreen, Goodyear struggled with the increased shooting schedule of the show and, amidst unconfirmed reports of 'diva' like behaviour, quit after 17 days of filming on the advice of her doctor who diagnosed her with stress and exhaustion. Goodyear's abrupt departure meant that Bet's storylines had to be concluded off-screen. In November 2003, Bet made her last appearance to date in the show, with a storyline that reunited her with old friend Liz MacDonald in Brighton.”

Bet Lynch - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

Wow so they actually used to listen to what viewers wanted- that doesn't happen anymore!

 

[Maid22]

Wow so they actually used to listen to what viewers wanted- that doesn't happen anymore!

Ha ha, if they'd listen to us now, Sean would have been sacked years ago

 

[Libbylulu]

Ha ha, if they'd listen to us now, Sean would have been sacked years ago

How long until we can expect Sean? Please make it years

 

[Cupid_Stunt]

How long until we can expect Sean? Please make it years

Not long I’m afraid. I think we’re currently in May 2002. Sean’s first appearance is July 2003. It won’t take long to get through over a year’s worth of episodes so in a few short months he will flounce into view

Edit: I think he makes a one off appearance in July 2003. Then another appearance in April 2004. Then he becomes permanent when he starts lodging with Eileen from August 2004

 

[Maid22]

Not long I’m afraid. I think we’re currently in May 2002. Sean’s first appearance is July 2003. It won’t take long to get through over a year’s worth of episodes so in a few short months he will flounce into view

Edit: I think he makes a one off appearance in July 2003. Then another appearance in April 2004. Then he becomes permanent when he starts lodging with Eileen from August 2004

Noooooooooooo it's too soon!!!

 

[LennyBriscoe]

I’m a few days behind but I’m struggling to care about Shelley’s jacket or Steve’s bet

 

[LennyBriscoe]

Molly to Gail: “you have to accept Richard had a life before you, you know”

Ah ha ha ha ha ha ha ha ha she was annoyed when Kevin even spoke to Sally, and they’ve got two kids together!

 

[IngressUK]

The scene with Patricia and Richard was edited.

In the original cut, Patricia was seen spitting in Richard's face before he picked up the spade.

 

[Libbylulu]

Anyone find the Jubilee celebration plans tedious. This is when Roy is peak nerd… considering he was nothing like this when he lived in the flats with Deirdre and Trisha Armstrong

 

[minnieminx88]

Anyone find the Jubilee celebration plans tedious. This is when Roy is peak nerd… considering he was nothing like this when he lived in the flats with Deirdre and Trisha Armstrong

I have thought this too. He was stalker ish when he lived at the flats. Then he moves to the cafe and becomes nerdy

 

[Ktb]

The fella Toyah has met sounds like Borat

 

[minnieminx88]

The fella Toyah has met sounds like Borat

I missed some of this. Was the caravan a rocking??

 

[Ktb]

I missed some of this. Was the caravan a rocking??

 

[LennyBriscoe]

Moody Molly
Tantrum Toyah
Simpering Sally
Nosy Norris
Foghorn Fred
Miserable Maxime

 

[twinkleunicorn]

Did richards ex wife jump into that trench?