Coronation Street spoilers: Michael Bailey in DEAD BODY shock!

Michael Bailey is told that Rufus is dead
Michael Bailey is told that Rufus is dead (Image credit: ITV)

Michael Bailey wants to know if Rufus was murdered in tonight’s episode of Coronation Street at 8.00pm (see our TV Guide for full listings).

Having failed to meet up with Rufus, Michael Bailey goes cap in hand to Stephen and asks if he can remain at Underworld. Stephen snaps that he’s too late and Nina is his new Head of Design. Elaine’s shocked whilst Nina wonders what she’s let herself in for. 

Ronnie advises Michael to go back to Rufus’ house and do his best to smooth things over. But when they turn up at the house they find it swarming with police! 

When the housekeeper reveals that Rufus is dead and she found his body in the swimming pool, Michael reels in shock. He’s further stunned when Stephen takes him back on as Junior manager and promises to teach him everything he knows.

After a night of passion, Adam’s loved up whilst Sarah’s consumed with guilt. Later, Damon tells Sarah of his plan to turn the bistro into a late-night music venue to attract local students. He also tells Nick and Leanne that he’s happy to work the late nights and it’s an opportunity to make loads of money. Despite their reservations, the pair agree to apply for a late licence.

Will Nick and Leanne regret their decision?

Will Nick and Leanne regret their decision? (Image credit: ITV)

George returns home to find Estelle giving Glenda some last-minute tips about her new stage school but Eileen reckons it’s doomed from the off. 

In the community centre, a nervous Glenda psyches herself up for her first class. When it comes to an end, George smiles over at Glenda, pleased that it was such a success.

Glenda proves Eileen wrong.

Glenda proves Eileen wrong. (Image credit: ITV)

Roy confides in a chuffed Evelyn and Shona that after a change of heart, Freddie will be returning to live with him on a permanent basis. Will he regret his decision?

In the hospital, Ryan confides in Alya that they won’t discharge him until he’s seen his own injuries and she gently points out that he’s been putting it off. Later, Ryan admits to Carla that he couldn’t manage without Alya.

Coronation Street continues on Monday at 8pm.

Ellen Markwardt
Listings Editor at TV Times

I've always had a passion for TV and movies, and got my dream job as TV Times Listings Editor over a decade ago. previously I was interviewing celebrities on a freelance basis for What's On TV, TV Easy and TV & Satellite Week magazines. There's nothing better than going behind-the-scenes of TV shows to bring our readers on set secrets and gossip! As well as my main role at TV Times, I also write Coronation Street spoilers for WhattoWatch.com and write daily On Demand reviews.