Season 28

1987

Episode 1 Jan 5 1987 January 5, 1987, 24 min Terry covers his tracks upon realising that he broke into the Corner Shop. Rita suspects Jenny of hiding facts about the crash. Hilda takes offence at Alf's questioning.
Episode 2 Jan 7 1987 January 7, 1987, 24 min Hilda fails to discover the Corner Shop robber's identity. Rita forbids Jenny from seeing Martin again. Audrey pressures Alf to contact the police.
Episode 3 Jan 12 1987 January 12, 1987, 24 min Alan lands back in the UK and demands the truth about Martin and Jenny's crash. Vera pleads with Alf on Terry's behalf. Audrey urges Gail to get in touch with…
Episode 4 Jan 14 1987 January 14, 1987, 24 min Alan marches Jenny and Martin to the police station. Gail insists to Audrey that her baby is nothing to do with Ian. Alf reaches a decision regarding Terry's fate.
Episode 5 Jan 19 1987 January 19, 1987, 24 min Alan has plans for his future with Rita. Gail gets upset when her decree nisi arrives in the post. Susan asks Ken for a special family discount.
Episode 6 Jan 21 1987 January 21, 1987, 24 min Rita feels taken for granted by Alan. Betty attempts to restore peace between Jack and Terry. Susan tries alternative methods to win round Ken.
Episode 7 Jan 26 1987 January 26, 1987, 24 min Gail makes it clear to Ian that she wants nothing from him. Sally calls on her uncle Tom to cheer up Hilda. Ken agrees to print Susan's scoop in the…
Episode 8 Jan 28 1987 January 28, 1987, 24 min Ian hopes to see Brian before he returns to Australia. Hilda accuses Tom of speaking out of turn. Susan celebrates the success of her publicity stunt.
Episode 9 Feb 2 1987 February 2, 1987, 24 min Gail goes into labour a month early and gives birth to a girl. Ian, Audrey and Ivy wait at the hospital for news. Susan apologises to Ken for not telling…
Episode 10 Feb 4 1987 February 4, 1987, 24 min Ian does some detective work at the hospital. Percy offers a swift response to Martin's staff shortage at the cafe. The Baldwins entertain the Barlows to dinner.
Episode 11 Feb 9 1987 February 9, 1987, 24 min Curly. Tom gains Hilda's forgiveness.
Episode 12 Feb 11 1987 February 11, 1987, 24 min Rita puts an end to the speculation about her and Alan. Terry urges Curly to adopt some of his selling techniques. Tom invites Hilda to join him on a trip…
Episode 13 Feb 16 1987 February 16, 1987, 24 min Gail brings Sarah Louise home from hospital. Mavis fears that Alan's input into the Kabin will sideline her. Terry's sales patter earns him an unexpected bonus.
Episode 14 Feb 18 1987 February 18, 1987, 24 min Terry has a narrow escape from Dulcie's husband. Mavis asks Derek to speak to Alan on her behalf. Brian lays eyes on Gail's baby for the first time.
Episode 15 Feb 23 1987 February 23, 1987, 24 min Jack implores Terry to get him off the hook with Vera. Derek claims a victory over Alan on Mavis's behalf. A brewery representative calls to check the pub's books.
Episode 16 Feb 25 1987 February 25, 1987, 24 min Vera makes an unwelcome discovery when she confronts Dulcie. Alan's treatment of Derek riles Mavis. Bet enquires about buying the tenancy of the Rovers.
Episode 17 Mar 2 1987 March 2, 1987, 24 min Rita despairs of Mavis's decision to resign from The Kabin. Ken points a spotlight on the council's shortcomings. Jenny asks Curly's permission to throw a birthday party at the yard.
Episode 18 Mar 4 1987 March 4, 1987, 24 min Rita and Mavis attempt to resolve their row. Jenny craves Martin's attention at her sixteenth birthday party. Deirdre feels caught between Alf and Ken.
Episode 19 Mar 9 1987 March 9, 1987, 24 min Ken notifies Alf of his decision to run for the council. Bet hopes to secure a loan from her bank manager. Brian's new relationship upsets Ivy.
Episode 20 Mar 11 1987 March 11, 1987, 24 min Ivy tries desperately to dissuade Brian from moving in with Liz. Alf anticipates a good clean election fight with Ken. Bet awaits her bank manager's verdict.
Episode 21 Mar 16 1987 March 16, 1987, 24 min Alf writes a letter answering his critics for Ken to publish in the Recorder. Bet agonises over the tenancy decision. Audrey informs Gail of Brian's change of address.
Episode 22 Mar 18 1987 March 18, 1987, 24 min Bet faces the prospect of being forced out of the Rovers. Alf is outraged when Ken edits his letter in the Recorder. Ivy worries about Gail distancing herself from her.
Episode 23 Mar 23 1987 March 23, 1987, 24 min Alf's vengeful tactics land Ken in hot water. Brian brings Liz to Coronation Street. Percy advertises the Community Centre's first over-60s' tea dance.
Episode 24 Mar 25 1987 March 25, 1987, 24 min Deirdre takes a stand as Ken and Alf's feud turns unpleasant. Gail refuses to back down over Brian's access to Nicky. Jack assists Percy at the Centre's tea dance.
Episode 25 Mar 30 1987 March 30, 1987, 24 min Tom Hopwood is puzzled when Hilda refuses to go dancing again. Ken realises that he can't give up his job but badly wants to be a Councillor. Hilda accuses Tom…
Episode 26 Apr 1 1987 April 1, 1987, 24 min Hilda feels that her sharp tongue has ruined her relationship with Tom Hopwood. Alf is interested to learn Ken has had to drop out of the election. Deirdre is annoyed…
Episode 27 Apr 6 1987 April 6, 1987, 24 min Ken urges Deirdre to act on her idea to stand in the council elections. Audrey gears up to confess her gaffe to Gail. Bet informs Gloria that she cannot re-employ…
Episode 28 Apr 8 1987 April 8, 1987, 24 min Gail explains to Ivy why she kept her baby's paternity a secret. Alec suggests Bet replaces Betty with Gloria. Deirdre is daunted by the challenge of fighting the election.
Episode 29 Apr 13 1987 April 13, 1987, 24 min Gail tells Brian that he is the father of Sarah Louise. Deirdre and her supporters set off on the campaign trail. Percy seeks entrants for a dance competition.
Episode 30 Apr 15 1987 April 15, 1987, 24 min Deirdre gives a radio interview to publicise her election campaign. Percy scouts talent among the over-60s dancers. Ivy begs Brian to rethink his attitude towards Gail.
Episode 31 Apr 21 1987 April 21, 1987, 24 min Gail's return to work upsets Alf and Ivy. Deirdre shows Ken how seriously she intends to take the election. Percy assembles his dance troupe for a first rehearsal.
Episode 32 Apr 22 1987 April 22, 1987, 24 min Alf struggles with his campaigning while running the shop solo. Martin pleads with Gail to keep Edwina at the cafe. Sally's loyalty to Deirdre is tested.
Episode 33 Apr 27 1987 April 27, 1987, 24 min Sally settles into her new job and sets her sights on a new home. Terry meets an old army pal, Pete Jackson. Gloria objects to Alec's high-handed behaviour.
Episode 34 Apr 29 1987 April 29, 1987, 24 min Sally cooks up a plan to persuade Alf to let the shop flat to her and Kevin. Pete's wife Linda makes clear her dislike of Terry. Bet puts Alec in…
Episode 35 May 4 1987 May 4, 1987, 24 min Deirdre and Alf head out canvassing on the streets of Weatherfield. Sally and Kevin move into their flat. Terry whisks the Jacksons away to Blackpool for the day.
Episode 36 May 6 1987 May 6, 1987, 24 min Ken provides Deirdre with positive publicity in the Recorder. Linda blames Terry when Pete returns home drunk. Tom offers Hilda company following the Websters' departure.
Episode 37 May 11 1987 May 11, 1987, 24 min Alf and Deirdre anxiously await the results as polling day dawns. Terry senses Linda's unhappiness in her marriage. Percy's officiousness scales new heights.
Episode 38 May 13 1987 May 13, 1987, 24 min Deirdre's supporters throw her a victory party in the Rovers. Terry declares his feelings to Linda. Alf licks his wounds following his election defeat.
Episode 39 May 18 1987 May 18, 1987, 24 min Alf is admitted to hospital with a suspected heart attack. Audrey turns on Deirdre when she offers her help. Hilda is keen to keep the gossips at bay.
Episode 40 May 20 1987 May 20, 1987, 24 min Linda desperately tries to resist Terry's persistent advances. Audrey brings Alf home from hospital. Sam riles Percy about his formation dance team.
Episode 41 May 25 1987 May 25, 1987, 24 min Curly disapproves of Terry carrying on with his best mate's wife. Betty and Gloria are puzzled by Bet's vanishing act. Alf adjusts to a slower pace of life.
Episode 42 May 27 1987 May 27, 1987, 24 min Pete becomes concerned about Linda's low mood. Alec, Betty and Gloria learn the reason for Bet's flit. Alf struggles to relax at home away from the shop.
Episode 43 Jun 1 1987 June 1, 1987, 24 min Pete implores Linda to choose their marriage over Terry. The brewery place Betty in charge of the Rovers. Percy's attentions impede Alf's recovery.
Episode 44 Jun 3 1987 June 3, 1987, 24 min Terry informs Curly that he has decided to leave Weatherfield behind. Alec takes his grievance to Cecil Newton. Alf finds that taking things easy causes him more stress.
Episode 45 Jun 8 1987 June 8, 1987, 24 min Vera badgers Curly for information of Terry's whereabouts. Temporary manager Alec takes up residence at the Rovers. Kevin feels overworked by Brian.
Episode 46 Jun 10 1987 June 10, 1987, 24 min Gail agrees to go out with Jeff Singleton. The Rovers' workforc
Episode 47 Jun 15 1987 June 15, 1987, 24 min Curly seizes an opportunity to get his show on the road. Sally urges Kevin to ask about buying the garage from Brian. Gail makes a confession to Jeff.
Episode 48 Jun 17 1987 June 17, 1987, 24 min Sally pushes Kevin to pursue buying the garage from Brian. Percy creates dissent among the ranks of his dance team. Emily shows Curly how to get justice.
Episode 49 Jun 22 1987 June 22, 1987, 24 min Liz accuses Brian of reluctance to move away from Weatherfield. Alan seeks Rita's investment in a new business proposition. Curly feels despondent about his future.
Episode 50 Jun 24 1987 June 24, 1987, 24 min Brian starts to have strong doubts about his fresh start with Liz. Curly does not share Emily's enthusiasm for his job interview. Alan makes an offer for the garage.
Episode 51 Jun 29 1987 June 29, 1987, 24 min Brian takes Nicky on a long drive as Gail fears for her missing son. The Baldwins plan to open a shop for their childrenswear. Vera and Shirley nag Ivy to…
Episode 52 Jul 1 1987 July 1, 1987, 24 min Brian phones Alan with a proposition. Gail and Ivy are sick with worry about their sons. Alec battles with Betty and Gloria to call the shots at the Rovers.
Episode 53 Jul 6 1987 July 6, 1987, 24 min Gail is determined to see Brian and get Nicky back without involving the police. Alec watches over Betty and Gloria each time they go near the till. Percy takes it…
Episode 54 Jul 8 1987 July 8, 1987, 24 min Brian sells his van as his plan to flee with Nicky gathers steam. Percy presses Deirdre to take action regarding Mike's shop. Alec alienates Hilda with his demands.
Episode 55 Jul 13 1987 July 13, 1987, 24 min Brian begins to have doubts about taking Nicky to Ireland. Mike is confident of Deirdre's support with the council. Hilda makes Alec woo her back to the Rovers.
Episode 56 Jul 15 1987 July 15, 1987, 24 min Gail sees a chance to get her family back together. Gloria fails to engineer a reconciliation between Alec and Betty. Deirdre's impartial stance shocks Mike.
Episode 57 Jul 20 1987 July 20, 1987, 24 min The Tilsleys get used to living together again. Susan's staffing decision causes unrest in the factory. Alan turns forty-eight and feels that life is passing him by.
Episode 58 Jul 22 1987 July 22, 1987, 24 min Susan refuses to accept Mike laying down the law without a fight. Gail makes it clear to Brian that remarrying is not on her agenda. Alan arranges a secret wedding.
Episode 59 Jul 27 1987 July 27, 1987, 24 min Mike falls out with Susan over her refusal to start a family. Alan and Jenny let in Mavis on the surprise wedding plans. Sally fancies throwing a flat-warming party.
Episode 60 Jul 29 1987 July 29, 1987, 24 min Susan takes charge of the factory after Mike stays out all night. Sally sets her heart on a new settee for the flat. Mavis feels the strain of keeping secrets…
Episode 61 Aug 3 1987 August 3, 1987, 24 min Susan fails to see any positives in being sacked by Mike. Sally and Kevin get more than they bargained for. Rita remains oblivious to the scheming all around her.
Episode 62 Aug 5 1987 August 5, 1987, 24 min Alan nervously prepares himself to reveal his big surprise for Rita as they set off for the registry office. Susan is astonished when Ken refuses to let her stay and…
Episode 63 Aug 10 1987 August 10, 1987, 24 min Cecil informs Alec of Bet's whereabouts. Mike and Susan reach stalemate over the future of their marriage. Sally faces a moral dilemma over the soiled armchair.
Episode 64 Aug 12 1987 August 12, 1987, 24 min Alec scours the bars of Torremolinos in search of Bet. Sally and Kevin face the music over the damaged chair. Mike expects Susan to choose a career over their marriage.
Episode 65 Aug 17 1987 August 17, 1987, 24 min Alec brings Bet home to the Rovers with news of their engagement. Emily seeks Deirdre's help in fund-raising for a poorly toddler. Martin enjoys a stroke of good fortune.
Episode 66 Aug 19 1987 August 19, 1987, 24 min Alec instructs Bet to let him smooth-talk Cecil Newton. Alan is on tenterhooks awaiting Jenny's O-Level results. Deirdre and Emily agree to join forces.
Episode 67 Aug 24 1987 August 24, 1987, 24 min Bet shows Margo who's boss at the Rovers. Emily takes out her fund-raising frustrations on Alf. Martin plans a foreign adventure.
Episode 68 Aug 26 1987 August 26, 1987, 24 min Bet drags a reluctant Alec to meet the vicar at All Saints' Church. Jenny seizes a chance to escape school and her father. Support grows for Emily's charity appeal.
Episode 69 Aug 31 1987 August 31, 1987, 24 min Percy takes charge of proceedings at the street fete fundraiser. Alec frets about how much Bet is spending on the wedding. Alan longs for Jenny to make contact.
Episode 70 Sep 2 1987 September 2, 1987, 24 min Emily investigates the missing sum of money raised at the fete. Alec manipulates Bet in order to cut wedding costs. Vera defends the Duckworths' reputation.
Episode 71 Sep 7 1987 September 7, 1987, 24 min Alec is unnerved by Bet's downbeat mood on the eve of their wedding. Ivy takes Vera on a night out to lift her spirits. Tom reveals his future plans to…
Episode 72 Sep 9 1987 September 9, 1987, 24 min Bet experiences pre-wedding nerves, while a remark from Jack causes Alec to wonder if he is doing the right thing. Ivy is pleased when Don turns up and asks her…
Episode 73 Sep 14 1987 September 14, 1987, 24 min Hilda accompanies Tom to view a bungalow in Formby. Bet and Alec countermand each other's instructions at the Rovers. Vera teases Ivy about her date with Don.
Episode 74 Sep 16 1987 September 16, 1987, 24 min The Rovers' staff demand to know exactly who is their boss. Hilda reaches a decision about Tom's proposal. Ivy is relieved when Don asks her out again.
Episode 75 Sep 21 1987 September 21, 1987, 24 min Jack dreads the hard work ahead when Vera insists he re-decorates Number 9. Bet intends to become the perfect housewife. Tracy suffers for Deirdre's error of judgement.
Episode 104 Wed Dec 30 1987 December 30, 1987, 24 min