Monday night’s episode of Coronation Street was packed with drama, but not all viewers were impressed with the way events unfolded.
The latest twist in Rob Donovan’s storyline saw him take a dramatic—and, according to some fans,
highly unrealistic—fall, leaving audiences divided over the soap’s handling of the scene.
Rob Donovan’s Shocking Kidnapping Plot
The episode centered around Rob Donovan (played by Marc Baylis) making a drastic move against his own sister, Carla Connor (Alison King).
Still reeling from betrayal, Rob took Carla hostage at gunpoint, setting the stage for a tense confrontation.
His anger stemmed from a previous deception by DS Lisa Swain, who tricked him into undergoing a kidney transplant for Carla by falsely promising to help overturn his prison sentence.
Rob had been plotting his escape from prison for some time and was initially unwilling to go through with the transplant. However, Lisa’s manipulative tactics convinced him to proceed, only for her to later renege on the deal. Enraged by this, Rob sought revenge—leading to his drastic decision to abduct Carla with the help of prison officer Mandy, his secret lover.
As tensions escalated, Lisa found herself caught in the chaos and was brutally attacked by Rob. He then used the moment to further torment Carla, claiming that Lisa was dead. Carla, still recovering from her life-saving kidney transplant, was left devastated as her brother continued to taunt her in what was supposed to be a high-stakes moment.
Viewers Left in Stitches Over Rob’s “Ridiculous” Fall
While the episode aimed to deliver a dramatic showdown, it was Rob’s downfall—both literally and figuratively—that stole the spotlight for all the wrong reasons. In a moment that was meant to be intense, Carla retaliated by shoving Rob in anger. What followed was a sequence that many viewers found unintentionally hilarious.
Rob went flying backward in what some fans described as an “acrobatic stunt” rather than a realistic fall. First, he dramatically slammed into a wall before bouncing off it and tumbling over a bannister in a bizarrely straightened position, landing sprawled out on the floor below.
The exaggerated nature of the scene quickly sparked mockery on social media. Many Coronation Street fans took to X (formerly Twitter) to share their reactions, with some branding it one of the most over-the-top moments in the soap’s long history.
One viewer wrote: “What a ridiculous final scene of Rob being pushed down the stairs.” Another commented: “That scene of Rob bouncing off the wall and hurling himself over the bannister was in keeping with the rest of this plot line—over the top and totally ridiculous.”
Others went even further in their criticism, with one fan calling it “the most stupid episode in 65 years.” Another simply described the fall as “a ridiculous stunt.”
A Missed Opportunity for a More Gripping Showdown?
While Coronation Street is known for its dramatic and sometimes outlandish storylines, this scene left many questioning whether the show had gone too far. Some fans pointed out that the confrontation between Carla and Rob could have been a powerful, emotional moment—especially given their complex history. Instead, the execution of the scene led to unintentional laughter rather than suspense.
Others speculated whether the soap was leaning too heavily into exaggerated action sequences rather than focusing on strong storytelling. While drama is a key element of Coronation Street, some fans feel that realism should not be sacrificed for the sake of theatrics.
Is Rob Donovan Dead?
As the episode ended, the fate of Rob remained uncertain. His dramatic fall certainly made it seem like he had met his end, but Coronation Street has a history of shocking twists. Moments later, Lisa walked in and questioned what had happened, leaving viewers in suspense about whether Rob had survived the fall or not.
If Rob does survive, the backlash surrounding the scene might not be the last controversy this storyline generates. Will Coronation Street address the unrealistic nature of the fall, or will the soap simply move forward as if nothing unusual happened? Fans will have to keep watching to find out.
Divided Opinions on Soap Dramatics
Despite the criticism, some fans defended the episode, arguing that Coronation Street has always embraced melodramatic moments. After all, soaps thrive on heightened drama, unexpected twists, and, sometimes, slightly exaggerated action sequences.
Still, for those who prefer a more grounded approach to storytelling, Monday night’s episode may have been a step too far. As Coronation Street continues to develop this storyline, viewers will be watching closely to see if the show can strike a better balance between excitement and believability.
For now, one thing is certain—Rob Donovan’s fall won’t be forgotten anytime soon, but perhaps not for the reasons Coronation Street intended.
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