The worlds of Coronation Street and Emmerdale will collide in ‘every soap fans dream’

ITV has unveiled a first look at the exciting Coronation Street and Emmerdale crossover episode which is set to be “unmissable”. As viewers get ready to experience one of the most anticipated moments in soap history, ITV has released two images of filming on the soap crossover episode which has been named “Corriedale”.

The filming for this one-off special, a celebration of the nation’s two most beloved soaps, has already started. Exclusive photos have since been released which reveal DS Lisa Swain and Aaron Dingle as the first two iconic characters to be confirmed as starring in the drama-filled hour long special.

Taken on the first of a series of night shoots, the photos show actors Vicky Myers and Danny Miller together in a rare behind the scenes moment before action was called.

Lisa Swain’s life on the cobbles has been thrown into chaos these last few weeks after her police wife ex wife Becky returned from the dead. As we approach this milestone episode, commissioned to launchITV’s new Soaps power hour schedule, viewers will be more convinced than ever that there’s a more sinister side to Becky lurking beneath.

Over in the Dales, Danny’s character Aaron has seen off his ex husband, killer John Sugden. But just as things were looking back on track with the love of his life, Robert Sugden, Robert’s secret prison husband, Kev, turned up. It’s safe to say things aren’t going to be straightforward for this couple anytime soon.

What leads Lisa and Aaron to find their lives intertwined on a dark and foreboding night in January? And which other Coronation Street and Emmerdale favourites will feature in the action packed and climactic episode?

While the exact plot is being kept under wraps, it has been confirmed that the one off one hour spectacular will feature explosive scenes, nail biting drama and never before seen interactions between some of the nation’s most loved soap characters.

Vicky Myers (who plays Lisa Swain) has spoken about her involvement in the episode in what’s set to be a must-see for any soap fan.

She said: “To be involved in this unique, bold, innovative, not to mention history-making episode, in Coronation Street’s 65th year, (well, when we are filming it at least), is fantastic.

“When I read the script and found out how two worlds collide, who is involved and how the characters interact, not to mention the impact the events of the night will have… Wow. It’s going to be unmissable.”

She said: “I couldn’t wait to get started actually. This has been in the pipeline for quite some time and the talented team behind the scenes at Coronation Street and Emmerdale, have worked tirelessly to make this happen.

“They’re incredible. I’m really looking forward to meeting, and working with, people I haven’t met or worked with before, both in front of and behind the camera. It’s incredibly exciting and the camaraderie is great. It’s going to be epic.“

Talking about filming getting underway, Danny Miller explained: “I am made up that Aaron is in the Corriedale episode. Originally from Manchester, Coronation Street has always been an iconic show in our house just as much as Emmerdale.

“So to cross them both over is a great idea. The night shoots have been full on with having young kids but a lot of fun and it’s been great working with the Corrie team.

“I can’t wait to see how the episode plays out with the separate storylines from both Emmerdale and Corrie. It’s going to be epic and every soap fans dream.”