Taken from the original Time Life series of profiles of Coronation Street characters/families I own nothing of this - All copyright to Granada Televison & Time Life Videos
When Doris Speed died in 1994, Bill Roache said that the early years of the street could be summed up in 3 words- Ena, Elsie & Annie. In the same way that Den & Angie helped define the early years (and success) of EastEnders, Annie & Jack gave the first 10 years of the Street a mix of intelligence, wit and heart.
One of the interesting things I like about old Coronation Street is that you can see just how much social attitudes have changed. In this case, attitudes to age. Back in those days, people were 'old' at a much earlier age. It's interesting that Nelly Harvey talked about being 'spritely' in her 50s. I don't think anyone these days would consider being in your 50s as being in any way old.
I am 62 now & I don't have any regrets except one. I wish I had written a fan letter to Miss Speed & told her what a superb actress she was & requested a signed photo.
Doris Speed played the role very well, in 1983 it was discovered she was a staggering 15 years older than she said she was, and she was burgled so took a break and never returned to the show. Billy Walker returned in 1984 but did not stick around long sadly.
Annie Walker was like Harriet Oleson on Little House On The Prairie. She would have turned over in her grave if she knew that The Rovers was teetering on Bankruptcy.
Annie Walker is my paternal grandmother, the character resemblance is spot on. My grandmother had delusions of grandeaur just like Annie. Wonderful woman though.
One of the funnist scenes is when Annie says "the bedrooms Mrs. Ogden, if you don't mind". Doris Speed is just class. Don't make them like they used to..
Having been married for 30 years, a secondary school teacher (retired), and a keen observer of all human life, I am always amazed what total cows females can be to each other. Just sayin, so sue me...!
This might seem trivial, but she wears the same coat from b/w to colour episode. I've never seen that happen before. And now here's what it looks like in colour - too cool.
Began watching around 1979; thought she was from somewhere else judging by her snooty attitude and was somewhat ‘slumming it’. Came as a surprise that she was one of the natives and every bit as ‘common’ as the rest. Could have shown Ena Sharples turning up as Queen Victoria and taking all the wind out of Annie’s pompous sails. 54:39
I believe that she was originally from Clitheroe (or at least, the family was) and back then (I'm not sure about now) Clitheroe was a little bit more up market.
The brilliant Doris Speed. She was the best. RIP
the deliciously catty social one-upmanship between Annie Walker and Nellie Harvey is a total joy ...those two could have sustained their own sitcom.
Watching them is so glorious
Love Betty falling about laughing with her starter, main course and pudding summing up 🤣
When Doris Speed died in 1994, Bill Roache said that the early years of the street could be summed up in 3 words- Ena, Elsie & Annie. In the same way that Den & Angie helped define the early years (and success) of EastEnders, Annie & Jack gave the first 10 years of the Street a mix of intelligence, wit and heart.
Totally agree. She was absolutely amazing and unique ❤
One of the interesting things I like about old Coronation Street is that you can see just how much social attitudes have changed. In this case, attitudes to age. Back in those days, people were 'old' at a much earlier age. It's interesting that Nelly Harvey talked about being 'spritely' in her 50s. I don't think anyone these days would consider being in your 50s as being in any way old.
I am 62 now & I don't have any regrets except one. I wish I had written a fan letter to Miss Speed & told her what a superb actress she was & requested a signed photo.
I know it's not the same, but there are plenty of Doris Speed autographs out there being sold.
I met someone once who was in regular contact with her in her nursing home.
Haven't watched it for years but loved it back then,worked in an office n last night's episode was always disscused, happy days!
Annie Walker. The queen. What a legend.
Doris speed - quite possibly the best actress Britain ever had
The sparring with Mollie Sugden is frequently hilarious.
I do think the characters (especially the female ones) were brilliantly drawn and brought to life by some fine actors.
I agree william f. She totally owns her scenes. Sometimes just her facial expressions is enough.
Classic Annie Walker From Coronation Street.
Excellent compilation. Annie wasn't so glamourous in the very early episodes and quite common too!!! She sure changed her speech and look. Brilliant.
Annie was queen of low key roasting!😂😂😂
Superb actress
She always reminded me of the Queen Mother (looks wise) Fab character actress
Love the old cornation street
Lovely actress and lady
Doris Speed played the role very well, in 1983 it was discovered she was a staggering 15 years older than she said she was, and she was burgled so took a break and never returned to the show. Billy Walker returned in 1984 but did not stick around long sadly.
After becoming Lady Mayoress, it was so touching when Annie picked up the photo of Jack and held it close.
Wow where has this one been hiding
She was absolutely brilliant always.
Annie Walker was like Harriet Oleson on Little House On The Prairie. She would have turned over in her grave if she knew that The Rovers was teetering on Bankruptcy.
Mollie sugden 😊 with Doris speed ❤ brilliant
I loved the Nelly Harvey scenes hahaha
Annie Walker is my paternal grandmother, the character resemblance is spot on. My grandmother had delusions of grandeaur just like Annie. Wonderful woman though.
Such superb acting that it is easily forgotten it is only fiction. Response to video only.
“You need to be in charge of your facilities to do it “. Oh Hilda 😂
That is Molly Sugden as Nellie! Unmistakeable voice!!!
One of the funnist scenes is when Annie says "the bedrooms Mrs. Ogden, if you don't mind". Doris Speed is just class. Don't make them like they used to..
I absolutely LOVE that pome!!!! Heard it several years ago in another YT video and never forgot it. So very funny!
Having been married for 30 years, a secondary school teacher (retired), and a keen observer of all human life, I am always amazed what total cows females can be to each other. Just sayin, so sue me...!
Shhhhhhh thats a secret😅😅
And you have no idea😅😅😅
This might seem trivial, but she wears the same coat from b/w to colour episode. I've never seen that happen before. And now here's what it looks like in colour - too cool.
So priceless…
"Nellie Harvey was played by Mollie Sugden
better known as Mrs. Slocum on Are You Being Served."-🌐🌏🌎🌍🌐..
Wonder if Lloyd and Croft had Molly Sugden in mind when they made the Mrs Slocumbe character
Annie Walker - the prototype for Margaret Thatcher.
Doris Speed was a lifelong socialist in real life.
I think that's who Annie was based on.
@@gordontaylor5373 was it heck
Barbara Castle
11:11 😂 absolutely hilarious. Why don’t they make it like this anymore
The carpet storyline was kinda rehashed a few years ago with Sally’s wallpaper from the café 😂
I passed first time - 106 lessons
Began watching around 1979; thought she was from somewhere else judging by her snooty attitude and was somewhat ‘slumming it’. Came as a surprise that she was one of the natives and every bit as ‘common’ as the rest.
Could have shown Ena Sharples turning up as Queen Victoria and taking all the wind out of Annie’s pompous sails. 54:39
I believe that she was originally from Clitheroe (or at least, the family was) and back then (I'm not sure about now) Clitheroe was a little bit more up market.
Albert and Ken, the Sherpas 🤣🤣🤣🤣😂 also 59:57 that carpet looks filthy, even in a potato quality video.
Sooooperb✨🌟✨🌟✨🌟✨
Annie was the first Karen 😂
1:25:23
Is Nellie Harvey Mrs Slocombe ?
Yes, both characters were played by Mollie Sugden
An institution that has served all the colonies … Canada Australia New Zealand etc etc
Coronation street hasn’t been shown main stream Australian TV for a few decades. At least since the early 70’s. Not sure about cable.
See they changed Nellie’s husbands name❤❤❤
Emmadale
Never see Joanie did we
Joan Davies (nee Walker) was played by 2 actresses.
Her first appearance was in 1961, her last in 1978.
Hilda when she saw Bet still in her dressing gown wearing a face pack - “Mrs. Walker’d be turnin’ in her grave, if she wasn’t at her Joanie’s!” 😝
Judy. Pre Gin.
Stupid name stupid comment.
LOL!
These collections serve as a historical record, which is God's providence in this era of historical revisionism and cancel culture.
she had massive period pains and it told on her face judy finnegan