As we know Coronation Street has been attracting millions of viewers here in the UK since it began back in 1960. But, as we know on this blog, the programme also attracts viewers from around the globe with a strong fan base in Australia, Canada and New Zealand.
Corrie has aired in the following nations:
Australia (on and off since 1963)
Belgium (2006- )
Canada (1966- )
Ireland (1978- )
New Zealand (1964- )
The Netherlands (1967-1975, 2011- )
Sweden (2000s)
USA (on the Canadian border since 1966, online since 2009)
Other countries who broadcast Corrie included Asian nations, the Middle East, Cyprus, Malta and the United Arab Emirates.
Are you an international Corrie viewer? Since when have you been watching? How did you get hooked?
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