ITV Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Tamzin Meyer 1 May 2026, 21:05 By Tamzin Meyer 1 May 2026, 21:05 Coronation Street and Theo Silverton star James Cartwright’s latest project away from soap confirmed He's been working on another project James Cartwright Theo Silverton Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Tamzin Meyer 1 May 2026, 21:05 By Tamzin Meyer 1 May 2026, 21:05 James Cartwright is known for playing abusive villain Theo Silverton in Coronation Street, but he’s also set to star in a new project. On-screen in Weatherfield, Theo has just made a dramatic exit as he was bumped off at the end of ‘murder week.’ With villain Theo having just been killed off, here’s what else actor James Cartwright is set to appear in. Theo was killed off tonight (Credit: ITV) Theo and Todd’s abuse storyline in Coronation Street Theo Silverton rocked up on the Street last year and quickly formed a romantic connection with Todd Grimshaw. However, Theo struggled with his sexuality, leaving his wife and kids and going onto abuse new partner Todd. Behind closed doors, Theo started making horrible remarks about Todd’s diet and forced him to undertake hardcore exercise. Article Continues Below Read all the latest Spoilers As the months went on, he then turned both emotionally and physically abusive. Sadly though, Todd didn’t manage to escape and was unable to face the difficult realities of his relationship. This led to him being trapped into a marriage with his abuser. Once Todd stood up to Theo though, the police eventually got involved. One police chase and final showdown later, and Theo was revealed as the murder victim at the end of murder week. Yes, Theo’s been killed off. But, what’s next for the actor who plays him?Don't miss a single story! Add us as a Preferred Source in Google for all your Coronation Street newsIt's important to us that you never miss our articles when searching for stories! We have all the latest TV news & schedules to share with our community of loyal readers. Click here and tick TVGuide.co.uk to ensure you see stories from us first in Google Search. James has been working on something away from the cobbles (Credit: ITV) James Cartwright’s latest role away from Coronation Street revealed As well as playing the role of villain Theo, James Cartwright has also been busy filming away from Weatherfield in a completely different role. James will be appearing as the character Benny in horror and comedy titled Bjorn of the Dead. This will follow an ABBA tribute band that becomes trapped in a nightclub at the start of the apocalypse. Very thrilling. Alongside James, his dad Jim will also have a role in the production too. He’ll play the role of an Elder Tribute. The project doesn’t have a release date yet, but fans of James will no doubt be excited for the release. We’ll have to keep out eyes peeled for other projects he has in the works too! Read more: Here’s how old Coronation Street Jack Webster actor Kyran Bowes is Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google Good to Know Share Add as preferred source on Google Add as preferred source on Google By Tamzin Meyer 1 May 2026, 21:05 By Tamzin Meyer 1 May 2026, 21:05 Previous Story Next Story
