November 15th 2024.
We, as humans, have always been fascinated by a good mystery. We are constantly drawn in by the suspense and the thrill of uncovering the truth. Recently, we have witnessed the end of another 'whodunnit' storyline in Coronation Street, as the identity of Joel Deering's murderer was finally revealed.
In the world of soap operas, murder mysteries are a time-honored tradition. As a fan myself, I couldn't resist ranking the most pivotal moments in each show's history – the crucial reveals that kept us on the edge of our seats. So, without further ado, here are the biggest killer unveilings in Coronation Street, EastEnders, Emmerdale, and Hollyoaks, from the weakest to the most iconic.
At number 15, we have the factory roof disaster in Coronation Street. The death of fan-favorite character Rana Habeeb was a shock to viewers, but the reveal of Gary Windass as the culprit felt underwhelming. Similarly, at number 14, we have the shooting of Robert Sugden in Emmerdale. While the overall plot was decent, the twist would have been more impactful if we had seen Ross Barton pull the trigger without any explanation.
Number 13 takes us back to Coronation Street, with the murder of Tina McIntyre. The build-up to this reveal was teased for weeks, but the motive for Rob Donovan's actions felt weak. Number 12 brings us to Hollyoaks, where the murder of Calvin Valentine was promised in a flash-forward. While the shock value was present, it didn't quite match up to the eerier offerings of the show.
At number 11, we have the death of Frank Foster in Coronation Street. While the reveal of his killer, Anne, was effective, it didn't come as a surprise to viewers. Number 10 takes us to EastEnders, with the accidental killing of Lucy Beale by her younger brother, Bobby. The live episode surrounding this reveal was well-executed, but it was overshadowed by Adam Woodyatt's powerful performance.
Number 9 brings us back to Emmerdale, with the death of Emma Barton. The flashbacks and present-day confession made for a gripping reveal, but it couldn't top what came before. At number 8, we have the strangulation of Lynsey Nolan in Hollyoaks by Dr. Paul Browning. The fact that Simon Walker witnessed the murder and ignored her cries for help made it all the more sinister.
Number 7 takes us back to Hollyoaks, with the reveal that Justin Burton pushed Clare Devine off a balcony. His motive? Revenge for her mocking the deaths of his sisters. At number 6, we have the attack on Cain Dingle in Emmerdale. The reveal of his father, Zak, as the culprit led to a powerful confrontation between the two characters.
The top five begins with the Gloved Hand Killer in Hollyoaks. The mystery surrounding this killer kept us guessing until the very end, and the reveal of Lindsey Butterfield as the culprit was chilling. At number 4, we have the death of Tom King in Emmerdale, which saw his own sons as the chief suspects. The tense showdown between the brothers and Carl's eventual confession made for a gripping reveal.
Number 3 takes us to EastEnders, with the shooting of Phil Mitchell. The reveal of his ex-girlfriend, Lisa Shaw, as the culprit was a shocking twist that kept viewers on the edge of their seats. At number 2, we have the Six – a flash-forward that gave fans 10 months to uncover the victim and killer of a Christmas Day incident. The reveal of Linda Carter as the killer, in a desperate attempt to save her friend Sharon Watts, was a genuine shocker.
And finally, at number 1, we have the murder of Archie Mitchell in EastEnders. In a live episode, Bradley Branning fell from The Queen Vic roof, and seconds later, his wife Stacey confessed to killing her rapist to her father-in-law, Max. The seamless performance from Lacey Turner in this reveal solidified it as the most impressive and impactful reveal in soap opera history.
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