Episode 10184 (2nd December 2020)

## Plot

Elaine confides in Tim that she's convinced Geoff has been spying on her in the hospital, even though he doesn't know where to find her. Saying how much he hates his dad, Tim promises to keep her safe. Geoff plays to the jury, saying how sorry he is that he hurt Yasmeen by using escorts and them telling them how she lunged at him with the broken bottle in a vicious and unprovoked attack. Clearly enjoying Shona's company, Simon offers to make her a playlist. Before he says goodbye, Tim implores Elaine to reconsider as she's Yasmeen's only real hope. Adam advises Abi, David and Sarah that Ray will probably get his planning permission. They realise they don't know Gary's intentions regarding the factory. Imran cross-examines Geoff about his use of escorts. He's also forced to admit that his first wife may not be dead after all and Elaine might well be Tim's mother. Gary receives a deputation and tells them that he's already sold the factory to Ray, even though it's putting people out of work. David realises the part he played in persuading him to sell No.8. The first day in court over, Elaine agrees to come in to give evidence. Geoff gains access to the psychiatric wing and a terrified Elaine's room. She realises she has seen him watching her as she cowers away from him in tears. He taunts her about being seen as an absent useless mother in the eyes of the jury as she breaks down in hysterical tears. Audrey breaks the news to David and Sarah that she's sold the salon flat to Ray while Claudia and Maria have similarly sold the salon itself. Nick promises Leanne she won't be on her own tomorrow but she's unresponsive to his overtures. Simon spends more time with Shona. Roy points out to the neighbours that Ray doesn't own all the properties yet. Elaine rings Tim and tells him that she can't go through the ordeal of being a witness. He and Sally wonder what could have changed her mind.

## Cast

### Regular cast

* Yasmeen Metcalfe - Shelley King
* Geoff Metcalfe - Ian Bartholomew
* Abi Franklin - Sally Carman
* Sally Metcalfe - Sally Dynevor
* Tim Metcalfe - Joe Duttine
* Leanne Battersby - Jane Danson
* Tracy McDonald - Kate Ford
* Shona Platt - Julia Goulding
* Simon Barlow - Alex Bain
* Roy Cropper - David Neilson
* David Platt - Jack P. Shepherd
* Brian Packham - Peter Gunn
* Nick Tilsley - Ben Price
* Imran Habeeb - Charlie De Melo
* Dev Alahan - Jimmi Harkishin
* Ryan Connor - Ryan Prescott
* Elaine Jones - Paula Wilcox
* Adam Barlow - Samuel Robertson
* Sarah Barlow - Tina O'Brien
* Gary Windass - Mikey North
* Mary Taylor - Patti Clare
* Audrey Roberts - Sue Nicholls

### Guest cast

* Prosecution Barrister - Amelia Curtis
* Judge - Andrew Readman

## Places

* Coronation Street
* 4 Coronation Street - *Downstairs rooms*
* 8 Coronation Street - *Downstairs rooms*
* Rosamund Street
* Victoria Street
* 19a Victoria Street - *Living room/kitchen*
* 5 Victoria Court - *Living room/kitchen*
* 12 Victoria Court - *Living room/kitchen*
* Weatherfield Crown Court - *Courtroom and jury room*
* Weatherfield General - *Elaine's room and corridor*

## Notes

* First appearance of Audrey Roberts since 24th June 2020.
* Audrey Roberts talks about subsidence at 5 Grasmere Drive, referencing the events of Episode 5997 (4th April 2005).
* Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this episode was made with social distancing rules being observed by both cast and production crew, even when they were playing family members or people who shared residences.
* *TV Times* synopsis: Imran challenges Geoff's lies during cross-examination; and Simon enjoys Shona's company.
* Viewing Figures: First UK broadcast: 6,454,780 viewers (13th place).