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Old 22-10-2015, 17:55
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Grant Mitchell is a breakout character, there's no doubt about that. Lots of viewers adore the character of Grant and there have been yearly campaigns to bring him back in social media. Ross Kemp's recent statement "never say never" when a fan asked him if he would return in future got fans excited. I have seen on Facebook/Twitter about Grant/Ross Kemp and people are convinced he's coming back. There is no confirmation yet but if Grant returns, would you agree that the ratings will be really high? Grant is so popular but what are your views?

Barbara Windsor has said she would return to EastEnders if Grant comes back and Peggy is an icon - lots of people like her outside this forum.
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Old 22-10-2015, 18:08
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No!!!!
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Old 22-10-2015, 18:12
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I think people will tune into the return episodes then switch off completely
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Old 22-10-2015, 18:14
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I love Grant so regardless of whatever the ratings are, I would be so happy to see him back.
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Old 22-10-2015, 18:21
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I love Grant so regardless of whatever the ratings are, I would be so happy to see him back.
Same.
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Old 22-10-2015, 18:22
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Grant Mitchell is a breakout character, there's no doubt about that. Lots of viewers adore the character of Grant and there have been yearly campaigns to bring him back in social media. Ross Kemp's recent statement "never say never" when a fan asked him if he would return in future got fans excited. I have seen on Facebook/Twitter about Grant/Ross Kemp and people are convinced he's coming back. There is no confirmation yet but if Grant returns, would you agree that the ratings will be really high? Grant is so popular but what are your views?

Barbara Windsor has said she would return to EastEnders if Grant comes back and Peggy is an icon - lots of people like her outside this forum.
bib - And for that reason alone I hope DTC never brings Grant back.
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Old 22-10-2015, 18:30
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bib - And for that reason alone I hope DTC never brings Grant back.


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Old 22-10-2015, 18:31
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Short Term (as in first couple of episodes after return)= Yes
Long Term= No
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Old 22-10-2015, 18:35
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bib - And for that reason alone I hope DTC never brings Grant back.





What have you got against Peggy Mitchell ?
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Old 22-10-2015, 18:44
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No. It was said on here that the ratings would soar when Sharon came back,they didn't. Ditto with Kathy. If I remember correctly only David's return saw the ratings climb. I really hope we never see the dreadful Peggy again.
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Old 22-10-2015, 18:51
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I think soaps as a phenomenon are way past the stage of individual characters causing a long term sustained surge in ratings.
I know it's often said but their no longer the social juggernauts they once were.
The "decline " of soaps is interesting in its own right. 😜Their becoming closer to being niche viewing in some regards and that's no bad thing _soaps for soap lovers rather than trying or hoping to get anyone and everyone's bum on a chair!

Having said all that Grant and Peggy returning would be no bad thing!
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Old 22-10-2015, 18:54
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I think soaps as a phenomenon are way past the stage of individual characters causing a long term sustained surge in ratings.
I know it's often said but their no longer the social juggernauts they once were.
The "decline " of soaps is interesting in its own right. 😜Their becoming closer to being niche viewing in some regards and that's no bad thing _soaps for soap lovers rather than trying or hoping to get anyone and everyone's bum on a chair!

Having said all that Grant and Peggy returning would be no bad thing!
Excellent points hildy.
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Old 22-10-2015, 19:16
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What have you got against Peggy Mitchell ?
Oh, it's not just the character of Peggy "Get Outta my pub" Mitchell I have something against. I cannot stand Barbara Windsor and her (IMO) awful acting/irritating school girl giggle either. The character and the actress make want to rip my ears off and gouge my eyes out with a rusty nail.
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Old 22-10-2015, 19:19
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No, but the number of people watching on iPlayer and Sky+ will.
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Old 22-10-2015, 19:25
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If Grant returns definitely, not sure about Peggy? have her other returns seen the ratings rise?
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Old 22-10-2015, 19:51
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The thing is the day of soaps getting high ratings are gone only special episode will rate high its just people dont watch much TV now
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Old 22-10-2015, 20:01
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Definitely not.
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Old 22-10-2015, 20:03
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Excellent points hildy.
Thank you Sorcha 😘
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Old 22-10-2015, 20:19
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Grant is the only huge return left, so no doubt it would be quite an event considering it's the longest he's been off-screen. His return in 2005 got 13 million.
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Old 22-10-2015, 20:21
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The ratings would possibly rise slightly for their first few episodes but then settle back to the normal 6.5 mil quite quickly there after.
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Old 22-10-2015, 20:24
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Peggy IS EastEnders!
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Old 22-10-2015, 20:32
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I reckon they will surge by at least 67,896 viewers . Give or take 1 or 2 either side.
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Old 22-10-2015, 20:33
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No. It was said on here that the ratings would soar when Sharon came back,they didn't. Ditto with Kathy. If I remember correctly only David's return saw the ratings climb. I really hope we never see the dreadful Peggy again.
So glad you posted this, I always thought david Wicks was a great character in eastenders and I think it was very noticeable when he left. The show lacked something with him gone! I think grants return would pull people in, but the storyline needs to be believable and sustainable!
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Old 22-10-2015, 20:38
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I reckon they will surge by at least 67,896 viewers . Give or take 1 or 2 either side.
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Old 22-10-2015, 20:50
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I'm sure I'm in the minority regarding Peggy but if she came back I'd stop watching. I would like to see Grant back though.
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