When it comes to British soap operas, Coronation Street reigns supreme - and the most shocking storylines and plot twists make it easy to see why. First hitting screens in 1960, this beloved British soap has been running for over six decades and remains one of the UK’s most-watched shows. Set in the fictional Weatherfield, Corrie might revolve around everyday working-class lives, but don't be fooled - beneath the cobbled streets and corner shop drama lies a history packed with explosive secrets, devastating betrayals, and jaw-dropping twists that have left viewers gasping for air.