A Shocking Easter Egg for Soap Fans

Soap fans were left buzzing after Coronation Street dropped a chilling Easter egg in Wednesday’s episode (24th September 2025). During a scene at Weatherfield Police Station, eagle-eyed viewers spotted a wanted poster on the wall — and it wasn’t just any fugitive. It was Emmerdale’s very own killer, John Sugden (Oliver Farnworth).

The blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moment immediately sparked speculation that a major ITV soap crossover is on the horizon.

John Sugden’s Trail of Destruction

September saw John’s brutal crimes finally exposed in Emmerdale. Viewers watched in horror as his twisted double life unravelled. Not only did he nearly kill husband Aaron Dingle (Danny Miller) and best friend Mackenzie Boyd (Lawrence Robb), but he was also unmasked as the murderer of Nate Robinson (Jurell Carter).

Despite his crimes being laid bare and Robert Sugden (Ryan Hawley) finally cleared of wrongdoing, John managed to stay one step ahead of justice. In a shocking twist, he blackmailed Caleb Miligan (William Ash) into helping him flee the country — threatening to reveal Ruby Miligan’s (Beth Cordingly) long-hidden secret if Caleb refused.

Cain Dingle (Jeff Hordley) tried to stop the escape, but John slipped away, leaving his fate unresolved. Until now.

Coronation Street Connection

The sight of John’s wanted poster in Corrie suggests his crimes are not just Walford gossip but officially part of Weatherfield’s world. ITV has already confirmed a crossover event between the soaps, describing it as “self-contained, but with consequences that will ripple through both communities.”

This raises the stakes for what’s to come. Could John resurface in Weatherfield, dragging both villages into chaos?

Blockbuster Drama Ahead

The crossover is already shaping up to be explosive. ITV has teased departures of familiar faces, shock arrivals, and storylines that will permanently link both soaps. Adding to the hype, Corrie star and Celebrity Big Brother 2025 winner Jack P Shepherd confirmed he will feature in the crossover episode.

With John Sugden now wanted across both fictional worlds, the stage is set for a high-stakes manhunt that could change the future of both Coronation Street and Emmerdale.