At the end of 2025, Coronation Street officially plunges viewers into a true nightmare as Theo Silverton is no longer portrayed as a troublesome man, but is revealed to be a dangerous and violent individual.

And the one who directly pays the price for this truth is none other than Todd Grimshaw.

The relationship between Todd and Theo has long felt “wrong” to viewers.

Initially, it was just controlling words, unpleasant glances, and seemingly harmless demands that gradually suffocated Todd.

Theo constantly manipulated Todd’s emotions, causing him to doubt himself and apologize for things he didn’t do wrong. Then, everything crossed the line when Theo began using violence.

Spoilers reveal that Theo not only lost control for a moment, but actively targeted Todd as the next target for his sick anger and power. Todd gradually becomes isolated from his friends, no longer appearing frequently on the street, his replies to messages are infrequent, and his eyes are always filled with fear. What’s more, Todd doesn’t dare speak out, doesn’t dare ask for help, because Theo has instilled in him the feeling that speaking up will only make things worse.

The climax occurs when a loud noise emanates from Todd and Theo’s apartment, loud enough for Gary Windass to hear and sense that something is seriously wrong. That moment becomes a turning point. Gary begins to suspect something, calls George, tries to contact Todd, but to no avail. A terrifying silence descends, leaving viewers worried about how dangerous Todd’s situation is.

What makes this story so intense is how Coronation Street depicts violence. It’s not flashy or exaggerated, but extremely realistic. Theo isn’t the loud-mouthed villain; instead, he’s a calm, cold man who uses fear and emotional dependence to control his opponent. Todd loves, Todd hopes, Todd believes he can change Theo – and that’s what keeps him trapped.

Viewers will see a completely different Todd: weaker, more fearful, but also more heartbroken. This is no longer a typical romance drama, but a story about violence in a same-sex relationship – a theme rarely explored in depth in British soap operas.

With Theo officially confirmed as a dangerous individual, the biggest question is: Will Todd escape in time, or will things go too far before someone intervenes? And if Theo has already acted once, will he stop?