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flag Actor James Murray quits Coronation Street after calling filming "frightening" and overwhelming.

flag Actor James Murray has announced he will not return to Coronation Street after a three-episode stint in 2026, calling the experience "frightening" and overwhelming. flag Speaking on ITV’s Love Your Weekend on March 15, he described the fast-paced filming environment as a "sausage factory," saying he was physically shaken and struggled with lines due to the intense pressure. flag Though he portrayed Sandy, the barman, before, this role marked his first screen acting job and left a lasting impact. flag He recalled advice from veteran actor Bill Tarmey during a tense moment but emphasized the experience was too stressful to repeat. flag Despite the challenges, Murray continued his career in theatre and television, including a 2025 role in Wild Cherry, and has since avoided the high-pressure style of soap operas.

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