The Road to Coronation Street (2010)

The Road to Coronation Street is a 2010 British film that takes viewers on a journey back in time to explore the origins of one of the most beloved and iconic television shows in British history. Premiering on September 16, 2010, the film has a runtime of 75 minutes and features a talented cast of actors bringing to life the real-life figures who played a key role in the creation of Coronation Street.

The cast includes John Thomson as Harry Kershaw, Jane Horrocks as Margaret Morris, Stephen Berkoff as Sidney Bernstein, Henry Goodman as Cecil Bernstein, Celia Imrie as Doris Speed, Linda Baron as Violet Carson, Enid Dunn as Agnes, Phoebe Nicholls as Mrs. Simpson, Anne Reid as Nita Valerie, Michelle Holmes as Brenda, and many more.

The film delves into the story of how Tony Warren, portrayed by David Dawson, came up with the concept for Coronation Street and pitched it to the executives at Granada Television, played by actors such as Stephen Berkoff and Henry Goodman. It also explores the casting process and the challenges faced in bringing the show to life.

Through the performances of the actors and the attention to detail in recreating the world of 1950s British television, The Road to Coronation Street offers viewers a behind-the-scenes look at the birth of a cultural phenomenon. Fans of Coronation Street and television history in general will appreciate this insightful and entertaining film that pays tribute to the visionaries who brought the show to the small screen.