Neighbours Returns, Then Faces Snooze Button in 2025

The long-running Australian soap Neighbours has faced another cancellation, just two years after its revival by streaming giant Amazon. This iconic series, which has been a staple of Melbourne’s television landscape since 1985, announced its decision via a statement released on Friday.

Sad Farewell to a Decade of Drama

In its announcement, the show’s producers revealed, We are sad to announce that Neighbours will be resting from December 2025. New episodes from the 40th anniversary season will continue to air on Prime Video and Ten four times a week until the end of the year, with all the big soap opera twists and turns that our viewers love.

A History of Resilience

Neighbours initially faced cancellation in 2022, bringing to an end its record 37-year run. This happened when its producers, Fremantle, could not secure a broadcaster after the withdrawal of support from Channel 5 in the UK. However, the intense public outcry prompted Amazon to step in, reviving the show for its defunct Freevee service. The revival, titled Neighbours: A New Chapter, launched in 2023.

Global Impact and Legacy

The show has launched the careers of many international stars, including Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan, Margot Robbie, and Guy Pearce. To this day, Neighbours remains the longest-running drama series on Australian television, having exceeded four decades on air.

Acknowledgment and Gratitude

Despite the impending end, the executive producer, Jason Herbison, expressed pride in highlighting the show’s success. Audiences all around the world have loved and embraced Neighbours for four decades and we are very proud of the huge success over the last two years, he said. The show garnered a Daytime Emmy nomination in its recent season, further cementing its place in the heart of fans worldwide.

Herbison also thanked Amazon MGM Studios for bringing the series to new audiences globally, We appreciate and thank Amazon MGM Studios for all that they have done for Neighbours – bringing this iconic and much-loved series to new audiences globally. The statement concluded by suggesting that there may be more stories to tell about the residents of Ramsay Street in the future.

What’s Next for Neighbours?

As the curtains close on this chapter of Neighbours, fans are left to speculate about the future. Jason Herbison’s mention of more stories suggests that there might be an explosive return in the future, reminiscent of its revival by Amazon. However, the current plan is to keep the final season running until December 2025, with episodes airing regularly on Prime Video and Ten.

Conclusion

The cancellation of Neighbours marks the end of an era, but its impact on Australian and global television remains undeniable. The show’s ability to adapt and numerous chart-topping moments will be remembered for years to come. As the final scenes play out in early 2025, fans worldwide can only look back with fondness and anticipation for what the future holds.[More details soon …]

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