Actor Connor McIntyre is returning to Coronation Street nine years after playing Pat Phelan, one of the soap opera’s most infamous villains, though he will not be reprising his role as the builder. According to reports from ITV and Metro, McIntyre is joining the cast of the rival soap Emmerdale instead, stepping into a guest role in the Yorkshire-based drama.
McIntyre played Pat Phelan on Coronation Street from 2013 to 2018. His character anchored what ITV described as the soap’s “darkest ever storyline,” a multi-year narrative arc involving coercive control, financial fraud, blackmail, and multiple murders. The character’s reign of terror culminated in a dramatic 2018 exit when Phelan was stabbed by his own daughter, Nicola Rubenstein, before dying from his injuries.
Connor McIntyre Joins Emmerdale Cast
According to Metro, McIntyre will arrive in Emmerdale for a brief guest stint. While ITV has not yet disclosed full character details or storyline specifics for his new role, casting announcements indicate he has already begun filming in the Yorkshire Dales.
The move places McIntyre on a rival major British soap opera, shifting from the cobbled streets of Weatherfield to the fictional village of Emmerdale. Soap opera actors frequently transition between different serial dramas after completing long-term contracts, though casting a former high-profile villain from a competing network show remains a notable coup for production teams.
The Legacy of Pat Phelan on Coronation Street
Pat Phelan remains one of the most recognizable figures in modern British television melodrama. During his five-year tenure on Coronation Street, McIntyre portrayed a charming yet psychopathic builder who terrorized residents, most notably Michael Rodwell, Andy Carver, and Luke Britton.
The storyline drew massive viewing figures and widespread media attention, particularly during its climax in 2018 when Phelan held hostages in a dramatic siege week. The character’s exit drew millions of viewers and cemented McIntyre’s status within British soap history.
What Viewers Can Expect Next
ITV has not yet confirmed an air date for McIntyre’s debut episode on Emmerdale. Production schedules suggest his appearance will broadcast in the coming months as part of an upcoming spring storyline. Further details regarding his character’s connection to existing Emmerdale residents are expected closer to the transmission date.
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