Brookside Is Back! Classic Soap Free to Stream from February 1
Fans of Britain’s boldest soap can rejoice! Brookside, the iconic drama set on the famous cul-de-sac, is available to stream from the very start — for free — on STV Player from February 1.
20 Years Since Brookside’s Curtain Call
It’s been two decades since the 13 houses on Brookside Close were boarded up for good and legendary families like the Corkhills, Dixons, and Grants said their tearful goodbyes. Now, for the first time ever, the entire series is ready to binge, bringing back all the gripping twists that made the soap a cult classic.
From Channel 4 Debut to Streaming Sensation
Brookside launched with a bang on Channel 4’s very first night, November 2, 1982, created by TV legend Phil Redmond (the genius behind Grange Hill and Hollyoaks). At its peak, the series pulled in a staggering 9 million viewers.
Thanks to a fresh deal between STV Player and All3Media International, the entire back catalogue is now at your fingertips. Whether you’re a die-hard fan or a curious newbie, you can relive classic moments like the jaw-dropping murder of the abusive Trevor Jordache, a storyline that shocked the nation in 1995.
Where Are They Now? Star Power From Brookside
Many cast members have gone on to big things: Hollywood’s Anna Friel, TV stalwarts Sue Johnston and Ricky Tomlinson, plus Amanda Burton, Alex Fletcher, Claire Sweeney, and Sunetra Sarker, all launched their careers here.
How to Watch Brookside
STV Player is free across the UK and offers a treasure trove of quality drama. You can watch on Sky Q, NOW, Virgin Media, Amazon Fire TV, and Freeview Play. Get ready to dive back into one of British TV’s most daring soaps — the drama never left Brookside Close.
