Coronation Street 25–29 August: 14 Explosive Spoilers Rock the Cobbles

Life in Weatherfield is never quiet—but next week, the drama reaches boiling point as long-buried secrets, emotional goodbyes, and dangerous lies spiral out of control. From Addy’s heartbreaking departure to Asha’s collapse under the weight of trauma, from Theo’s manipulative games to Tracy’s shocking betrayal, the cobbles are set to deliver one of their most gripping weeks yet.

Here are 14 unmissable spoilers from 25–29 August that promise to keep fans on the edge of their seats.

1. Dev and Steve plot to keep Addy in Weatherfield

Steve and Mary rope Dev into playing matchmaker between Addy and Amy in a desperate bid to stop him leaving. But when Addy and Amy agree they’re better as friends, Dev is crushed. At his leaving party, Addy admits he’s excited for his fresh start in India. The revelation devastates Asha, who flees in tears, unable to face losing her twin.

2. Asha’s traumatic ambulance shift revealed

In a harrowing flashback episode, viewers finally see what led to Asha’s panic attack. From the chaos of a patient’s death to an elderly woman’s horrific injury, the final straw comes when Asha is subjected to vile racist abuse. The sequence lays bare the emotional scars she’s been hiding—and why her brother’s departure is pushing her over the edge.

3. Asha records an emotional plea for Addy

Struggling to hold it together, Asha begins recording a voice note telling Addy how much she’ll miss him and begging him not to go. But when Dev interrupts just as she starts to open up, she clams up again. Addy offers to delay leaving for her sake, but Asha insists she’s fine. Will she ever send the heartfelt message she’s recorded—or will her silence drive the twins further apart?

4. A shocking accident

Just when Asha tries to steel herself for Addy’s departure, fate plays a cruel trick. Called to the scene of a car accident, she instantly recognises Addy’s vehicle. Has her worst fear come true? The image of Asha staring at the wreck is set to be one of the week’s most unforgettable moments.

5. Lisa Swain urges Asha to take a stand

Overwhelmed, Asha lashes out at Brody in the Bistro, forcing her supervisor Sienna to warn that she’ll be reported if she can’t control herself. After drowning her sorrows, she finally breaks down to Lisa Swain, who listens with empathy as Asha admits to the abuse she suffered on shift. Lisa tells her to report it formally—but will Asha find the courage to seek justice?

6. Asha caught in a devastating lie

Hungover and fragile, Asha pretends she’s sick to avoid work, but when Dev confronts her, she snaps. Things unravel further when Sienna catches her at the Rovers and calls out her dishonesty. Forced to admit she lied, Asha risks destroying the trust of those around her at the very moment she needs support most.

7. Theo manipulates Todd with emotional blackmail

Still consumed by jealousy of Billy, Theo resorts to dangerous tactics. When Todd prepares to attend Paul’s memorial drinks, Theo suddenly claims he’s in distress over his kids, guilt-tripping Todd into staying. His ploy sets the stage for even darker manipulation.

8. Theo delivers Todd a brutal ultimatum

The web of lies tightens when Billy intervenes after spotting Theo’s son Miles being used by Noah to spread hateful leaflets. Though Billy warns Miles he’s being brainwashed, Theo turns the moment into a weapon. Later, he forces Todd to choose: end things with Billy forever or lose him. The ultimatum could shatter Todd’s already fragile stability.

9. Maria suspects Gary of violence

After thwarting Gary’s earlier plan to confront Noah, Maria is alarmed when she notices his black eye. Though Gary brushes off her suspicions, Maria fears he’s hiding something—and that his anger could drag them all into danger once again.

10. Abby dreams of escape with Carl

Longing for freedom, Abby suggests a radical fresh start with Carl in Germany. Later, she confides in Tracy that she never intended to fall for Carl, nor to hurt Kevin. But will Tracy—never one to pass up a chance to stir trouble—keep her confidence, or twist it to her own advantage?

11. Tracy makes her move on Carl

In true Tracy style, she refuses to let matters lie. After taunting Abby by boasting she kissed Carl, she later turns up at his hotel room with her phone recording, boldly suggesting they spend the afternoon in bed. Is Carl about to betray Abby—or will Tracy’s scheming backfire spectacularly?

12. Carl lures Brody into a dangerous scam

Rejected by Tyrone for shifts at the garage, Carl spots opportunity in Brody’s vulnerability. After scaring off two thugs demanding money, Carl offers him a place in his latest scam: cutting out middlemen and stealing cars directly. As Brody becomes entangled, the question is whether he’s Carl’s protégé—or his next victim.

13. Jenny accuses Christina of a scam

When Christina arrives asking for George’s undertaker services, Jenny is convinced she’s part of an elaborate con. Christina insists her partner Dom has died, but Jenny suspects foul play and takes drastic action—lifting the lid on Dom’s coffin. The chilling cliffhanger leaves viewers questioning: has Jenny uncovered the truth, or has grief clouded her judgment?

14. Brody spirals further out of control

Caught stealing drinks with Dylan, Brody is thrown out of the Rovers by Dev. Later, Sally and Tim break devastating news: Joanie will be moving in with her aunt after an incident between the girls. Feeling abandoned, Brody spirals deeper into recklessness. But with Carl circling and manipulating him, is Brody on the path to ruin?

Final Thoughts

This explosive week on Coronation Street balances high-stakes drama with powerful emotional storytelling. Asha’s struggle with trauma delivers some of the soap’s rawest scenes in years, while Theo’s manipulative campaign against Todd and Billy brings dangerous new energy to the cobbles. Elsewhere, Abby, Carl, and Tracy form a combustible triangle that threatens to tear families apart.

With farewells, betrayals, and shocking revelations all colliding, Weatherfield braces itself for a week that will change lives forever.