Brookside

Brookside (1982-2003)

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Brookside is a British soap opera set in Liverpool, England. The series began on the launch night of Channel 4 on 2 November 1982, and ran for 21 years until 4 November 2003. Originally intended to be called 'Meadowcroft', the series was produced by Mersey Television and it was conceived by Phil Redmond who also devised Grange Hill (1978–2008) and Hollyoaks (1995–present).

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Scheduleevery Monday, Tuesday (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S70E42Closenov. 4, 2003
S70E41Destroyingnov. 4, 2003
S70E40Threateningnov. 4, 2003
S70E39Hidingoct. 28, 2003
S70E38Timingoct. 28, 2003
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did Brookside premiere?

Brookside premiered on November 2, 1982.

Who were the original families living on Brookside?

The original families living on Brookside were the Grants, the Collinses, and the Jordaches.

Who was the original creator of Brookside?

The original creator of Brookside was Phil Redmond.

What was the setting of Brookside?

The setting of Brookside was a housing estate in Liverpool, England.

Who played the role of Sheila Grant in Brookside?

The role of Sheila Grant in Brookside was played by actress Sue Johnston.

Who played the role of Tracy Corkhill in Brookside?

The role of Tracy Corkhill in Brookside was played by actress Kate Fitzgerald.

Who played the role of Damon Grant in Brookside?

The role of Damon Grant in Brookside was played by actor Simon O'Brien.

Who played the role of Max Farnham in Brookside?

The role of Max Farnham in Brookside was played by actor Steven Pinder.

Who played the role of Paul Collins in Brookside?

The role of Paul Collins in Brookside was played by actor Jim Wiggins.

Who played the role of Bobby Grant in Brookside?

The role of Bobby Grant in Brookside was played by actor Ricky Tomlinson.

Who played the role of Anna Friel's character in Brookside?

Anna Friel's character in Brookside was named Beth Jordache.

What was the controversial storyline involving the Jordache family in Brookside?

The controversial storyline involving the Jordache family in Brookside was the revelation of sexual abuse between the father, Trevor Jordache, and his daughter, Beth Jordache.

How long did Anna Friel's character, Beth Jordache, appear on Brookside?

Anna Friel's character, Beth Jordache, appeared on Brookside for two years, from 1993 to 1995.

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