Coronation Street Website

Paying a visit to the Coronation Street website is a great way to initiate yourself with the hit soap opera or get a quick update on an episode you've missed. It's more than just a resource for episode information. The site is packed with useful information on all things related to the show!

Read up on all things Corrie.

Recognized as one of the United Kingdom's longest running soap operas, Coronation Street first hit the television airwaves in 1960. It is also known as Corrie and is set in the fictional city of Weatherfield, located in Greater Manchester. The program is a typical example of "kitchen sink" drama, in which domestic lives of working class individuals takes center stage. In Corrie, the events focus on the street's many residents and their trials and tribulations.

Even if you've never watched the program before, you can learn quite a bit just by clicking over to the official Coronation Street website. As one would expect from a program with such a long and storied history, its site is full of information sure to please the most die-hard fans. Among the many areas to explore are:

• Cast and Characters

Meet the dramatic cast and the actors who play them. Here you'll learn about each character's arrival date, a brief rundown of his or her past and love life, a memorable scene each has been involved in, what's coming up next for the character and a bit about the actor, too.

• News and Gossip

No soap opera is without its fair share of news, and Coronation Street is certainly no exception. This area focuses on stories about the actors (all true, of course) and often features inside information on upcoming characters.

• Galleries

If you're fond of perusing photo galleries, you'll be thrilled with the ample Corrie images on the site. There are several albums, ranging from hunks to weddings.

• Video Specials

Even better than images are videos. In this category, you'll find everything from cast interviews to behind the scenes footage of some of the program's most memorable scenes.

• Departures Lounge

All characters leave a memorable mark on the program in some way or another. The Lounge is a place to revisit some of those old favorites, relive their classic moments through numerous videos and even share your thoughts with fellow fans.

• Catch Up

Missed the latest episode? Thanks to this section, you can get a quick rundown of the past month and even watch the full episode on the ITV Player if you are located in the UK.

• Previews

Take a peek into the future! If you can't get enough of soap spoilers, you'll be intrigued by the teasers posted in this area – there is usually at least two weeks' worth of inside information here, so don't say we didn't warn you!

• Community

Chat with fellow fans about your favorite characters, the current storylines, special memories, program news and answer a few polls while you're at it!

• Best of Corrie

It doesn't get better than this, particularly for longtime fans of the show. Here you can watch classic episodes and relive some of the greatest moments of Coronation Street.

• Corrie Bingo

Get interactive and play with fellow bingo fans and Corrie lovers! This is a fun game that connects you with others and earns you the chance to win a prize.

• Corrie Quiz

This animated quiz is an ideal way to pass the time. Test your knowledge of the show and brush up on those tricky little tidbits you never actually knew!

• Corrie Widget

Show a little Corrie love by employing a widget for the program on your Facebook, MySpace, personal website or blog. Your widget features a brief preview of upcoming episodes.

• Weatherfield Gazette

Never miss a moment of the happenings in Weatherfield! Sign up here for the Gazette and you'll be privy to all the latest news, sent by email each week.

• Helplines

It's not uncommon for individuals to be personally affected in some way by a particular storyline. This section lists a lengthy catalog of organizations that may be of use, including those for missing persons, bereavement, domestic abuse, stillbirth, alcoholism, smoking, cancer and more.

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