SOAPS COLLIDE Corriedale line-up – which Coronation Street and Emmerdale stars have been confirmed for huge crossover

THE television landscape is preparing for one of its most ambitious crossover events in history when Corriedale takes place.

There has been growing speculation about a soap episode of this nature for some time, with fans eagerly looking forward to seeing both sets of characters interact.

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NINTCHDBPICT001044591883 — It has been revealed that a multi-vehicle pile-up is at the centre of the drama that sees the worlds of Coronation Street and Emmerdale collide for one night onlyCredit: ITV

The last time a crossover such as this occurred was in 2010, when Eastenders and Coronation Street merged for the Children in Need special ‘East Street’.

This special episode is entitled Corriedale and represents a massive milestone in British soap history.

It serves as both a high-stakes standalone story as well as an innovative way of propelling the stories currently taking place in the respective soaps.

Corriedale premiere - Bradford — Danny Miller, Sydney Martin, Emma Atkins, Ryan Hawley, Tina O’Brien, Jack P Shepherd arrive for the premiere of Corriedale, a combined episode of Coronation Street and Emmerdale which airs in JanuaryCredit: PA

When is Corriedale on?

The hour-long special is officially scheduled to air on Monday, January 5, 2026, at 8:00 PM on ITV1.

It marks the beginning of a permanent schedule shift where both soaps will now air back-to-back every weeknight.

Viewers can also stream the episode live or on-demand via the ITVX platform immediately after the broadcast.

The event is designed to celebrate the legacy of both shows while launching a new era for ITV’s evening drama block.

Which characters have been confirmed for Corriedale?

The crossover features a massive cast of over 40 characters, including fan favorites like David Platt, Cain Dingle, and Carla Connor.

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Medical professionals Liam Cavanagh and Asha Alahan will be shown working together to treat victims at the crash site.

The plot involves a multi-car pileup near Hotten, forcing characters from both shows to cooperate for survival.

Corriedale — The teaser for the crossover episode between Coronation Street and Emmerdale, which shows characters calling for help at the scene of a car crashCredit: PA

Expect tense scenes at Hotten General, where DS Lisa Swain will lead the investigation into the cause of the accident.

Full Confirmed Cast List

NINTCHDBPICT001029580062 — This one off special looks set to be very specialCredit: ITV

According to recent official releases from ITV, here is the full list of residents involved in the historic event:

Coronation Street

Abi Webster, Asha Alahan, Becky Swain, Betsy Swain, Billy Mayhew, Carl Webster, Carla Connor, Cassie Plummer, David Platt, Debbie Webster, James Bailey, Jodie, Ken Barlow, Kevin Webster, Kit Green, Lisa Swain, Ronnie Bailey, Sarah Platt, Shona Platt, Steve McDonald, Summer Spellman, Theo Silverton, Tim Metcalfe, Todd Grimshaw, and Tracy Barlow.

Emmerdale

Aaron Dingle, Cain Dingle, Charity Dingle, Chas Dingle, Eric Pollard, Jacob Gallagher, Jai Sharma, Joe Tate, John Sugden, Liam Cavanagh, Mackenzie Boyd, Moira Dingle, Ray Walters, Robert Sugden, Sarah Sugden, and Victoria Sugden.