Every episode of soap opera Brookside will soon be available to stream - but how do you watch them? Episodes will be released weekly on STV Player, starting on February 1.
The soap, set in Liverpool, chronicled the lives of characters living in 13 houses on a cul-de-sac called Brookside Close. The first episode aired on Channel 4 in November 1982 and it became known for hard hitting storylines around subjects like rape, bullying and incest.
At its peak, the show had viewing figures of nine million before dwindling audiences saw it axed. The announcement means fans will be able to see iconic scenes for the first time since the show ended in 2003, the Liverpool Echo reports.
The soap, which is currently available in part on All 4, has been brought to STV after a deal with distributor All3Media International. The first ten episodes will drop on February 1 and five new episodes will land each week after this.
If you fancy catching up with the show, there are a few steps you'll need to take. If you have a smart TV, you'll be able to open STV Player on your telly, and watch the episodes directly on there.
Here's what to do:
- Download the STV Player app. If you don't have it installed on your TV already, you'll need to download the app. The way to do this will be different depending on what kind of smart TV you have, so take a look at the instructions for your TV if you're unsure.
- Open the app. Once it's downloaded, you'll be able to open the app directly on your TV.
Click on the ‘Join STV/Sign in’ button. The will prompt a screen with a web address and unique 5-digit code to appear on your TV screen.
On your laptop, mobile or tablet, enter the web address - stv.tv/activate
If you’re already signed in to your STV player account, you’ll be asked to enter the unique 5-digit code now. If you don't have an account, you can create one for free, you just need to fill in the STV Player registration form. (It will ask for your first name, last name, create a password, date of birth, postcode and select your marketing preference and then click ‘join STV’)
Once you’ve made an account and signed in, you need to enter the unique 5 digit code that is displayed on your TV screen into the website, and then click ‘Continue’ on the website, and there will be a confirmation screen.
You’ll be automatically signed into the STV Player on your TV, and can access all their content.
