Sean Wilson begins filming Coronation Street return

Actor Sean Wilson is back on the cobbles as Martin Platt, six years after he last returned to Weatherfield.

Sean began filming today (Wednesday, July 24^th) and is set to make his first appearance on screen in October as part of Helen Worth’s exit storyline.

David, Martin’s son, is taken aback to find his father at the house and is instantly wary of his motives for reappearing in their lives. How will the rest of the family react when Martin discloses the reason for his sudden return?

Speaking about his return, Sean said:

“It was great to be invited back to Coronation Street again, to contribute to Helen’s exit story. We’ll have a few months to catch up with Martin and Gail again, following the ebbs and flows of the unfolding storyline.

“Playing Martin has been a joy since day one and in a way, I’ll be slipping back to where I left off, which no doubt will throw a spanner into the heart of the Platt family. It’s just like slipping on an old and comfortable jumper from the back of the wardrobe …I’m looking forward to reuniting with my TV family.”

Sean played Martin for 20 years from 1985 to 2005. Martin and his family emigrated to New Zealand in 2018 and he paid one final visit to Weatherfield before his departure to make his peace with David, who was upset that his dad was leaving the country.

What has brought Martin back to the UK and what part will he play in Gail’s departure from the street?

Coronation Street airs Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays on ITV1 and STV.