In a tense new spoiler clip released by ITV, a chilling confrontation between Summer Spellman and Nina Lucas reveals a disturbing memory—one that could potentially link them

to the savage beating that left Gary lying unconscious in a hospital bed. With Maria growing frantic and Lou casting shadows over Gary’s marriage,

the truth behind his disappearance is far more complex—and far more tragic—than anyone expected.

Gary’s Vanishing Act: A Marriage in Turmoil

The drama began weeks ago when tensions between Gary and Maria reached a boiling point, thanks in no small part to Lou’s meddling. Determined to drive a wedge between the couple, Lou manipulated Gary into questioning his marriage, fueling his distrust and suspicion. After an explosive argument with Maria, Gary stormed out, claiming he would stay with his mother. But from that moment on, he vanished without a trace.

Maria tried to stay calm at first, believing Gary simply needed space. But as days turned into weeks with no calls, messages, or sightings, her worry deepened. Viewers, however, knew something far more sinister had occurred.

Gary’s Brutal Beating and Mysterious Hospitalization

Behind the scenes, Gary had been viciously attacked by an unknown assailant and left for dead. He was later found and rushed to hospital, where he has remained in a coma, his life hanging in the balance. No one—not even Maria—knows his true whereabouts. The question tormenting fans: who attacked Gary, and why?

Next week, the first clues begin to emerge in a tense and emotionally charged scene between Summer and Nina.

A Night of Chaos: Memory or Hallucination?

In a new preview clip, Summer and Nina sit in stunned silence as the fog of a wild night begins to lift. Both girls had taken LSD and now struggle to piece together what really happened. Summer insists it was all a hallucination—that their memories are distorted, unreliable.

But Nina isn’t so sure.

“The timing lines up,” she says, her voice shaking. “That night… something happened. I remember shouting. I remember him falling. This wasn’t a dream, Summer.”

Summer, visibly unnerved, rejects the possibility. “No. We didn’t do anything. It wasn’t real. It couldn’t be.”

But Nina, her face pale, doesn’t look convinced. What if their altered states masked something more horrifying than either of them are ready to accept?

Are Summer and Nina Guilty?

While the girls wrestle with the implications of their memories, neither is aware of the full extent of Gary’s condition. They only know he’s gone—missing—and their possible connection to that night grows more troubling by the minute.

Could they have crossed paths with Gary during his lowest moment? Did a drug-fueled confrontation spiral into violence? Or is there someone else entirely—someone far more dangerous—lurking in the shadows?

Rumors are already swirling online, with fans speculating about a third party’s involvement. Was Lou, who’s been steadily worming her way into Gary’s life, more involved than she appears? Her growing closeness with him, coupled with Maria’s suspicions, suggests more than just emotional manipulation may be at play.

Mikey North Speaks Out: Gary’s Internal Battle

Mikey North, who plays Gary Windass, recently opened up about the character’s inner turmoil. Speaking to the press, North hinted at deeper issues driving Gary away from Maria and toward Lou.

“I think Gary has always felt a little unsteady in his relationship with Maria,” North explained. “He’s beginning to see things in Lou that reflect who he used to be—and who he still is, deep down. There’s a part of him that doesn’t fully trust Maria, especially after everything with Lou started escalating. He thinks she’s hiding something.”

This lack of trust, North adds, makes Gary more susceptible to Lou’s influence. “He feels sorry for her. She’s been through hell with Mick, and Gary knows what it’s like to carry that kind of trauma. He wants to protect her. That’s what draws him in.”

But did Lou have her own motives? Was Gary’s kindness repaid with betrayal?

Flashbacks to Reveal the Truth

In a major upcoming episode, a flashback will finally show what happened the night Gary was attacked. ITV has confirmed that this revelation will not only identify the assailant but also connect the dots between Gary’s spiral, his relationships, and the night of the mysterious drug trip.

This episode is expected to be one of the most emotionally intense of the year, and producers are teasing a shock twist that no one will see coming.

Will Summer and Nina face the horrifying truth? Could they live with it if they were somehow responsible?

And what role does Lou truly play in Gary’s downfall? Was she a victim… or a carefully veiled threat?

Maria’s Despair

Meanwhile, Maria is beginning to unravel. The longer Gary remains missing, the more desperate she becomes. She turns to friends and the police, convinced something terrible has happened, but with no evidence of foul play, she’s left feeling helpless.

A moment of heartbreak is expected as she finally learns Gary is in hospital—critically injured, barely clinging to life. Her reaction promises to be gut-wrenching, and fans are already bracing for the emotional fallout.

The Mystery Woman and More Questions

Adding to the intrigue is the appearance of a mystery woman who visited Gary just before his disappearance. Her identity is still under wraps, but insiders suggest she may hold key information that could blow the case wide open.

Some theories suggest she could be connected to Gary’s past, possibly someone from his shady dealings or someone with a vendetta. Others think she could be working with Lou—or even Nina and Summer—adding yet another layer of complexity to an already tangled web.

A Community on Edge

With one of its central figures hospitalized and suspicion falling on beloved characters, Weatherfield is on edge. The usually tight-knit community is beginning to splinter, and viewers are glued to their screens as the dark truth inches closer to the surface.

Will justice be served? Will Gary recover? And if Nina and Summer are indeed involved, how will they—and the community—cope with the fallout?

Only time will tell, but one thing’s certain: Coronation Street is about to deliver one of its most unforgettable weeks yet.