The much-loved residents of Ramsay Street are returning home to Network 10 in 2023 after Fremantle, the producers of Neighbours, secured Amazon Freevee and Prime Video as their international partners.
Yes, after Kylie returned for the finale, and all the tears, laughter, and the giant send-off! They are back within months.
The long-running daily series, which follows the lives, loves, and challenges of the residents of Ramsay Street, will be restored to the millions of adoring fans worldwide.
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Neighbours will return for a brand-new series next year exclusively on @AmazonFreevee, alongside thousands of episodes from previous seasons to stream as you please. 🎉 pic.twitter.com/1Qq2fIPgog
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The revival of Neighbours means the return of iconic cast members Jackie Woodburne, Alan Fletcher, Stefan Dennis and Ryan Moloney, with further casting announcements to come.
Network 10, the home of Neighbours for over three decades, will retain first-run broadcast rights in Australia. UK and U.S. audiences can view the series free of charge on Amazon Freevee.
The revitalized series will also be available ad-free on Prime Video in Australia and New Zealand seven days following the free-to-air viewing of the new series, and exclusively on Prime Video in Canada.
Beverley McGarvey, executive vice president and chief content officer, of Paramount Australia and New Zealand, said: “We are absolutely delighted to welcome Neighbours back home to Network 10, and while we loved the finale earlier this year and appreciated the incredible support from the cast, crew and fans, we continued to hold a small glimmer of hope that one day it would be possible to resume the series.
“We are grateful for the tenacity and determination displayed by Fremantle in securing a new production partner so our association could continue.
“A much-loved stalwart of our program schedule for over 35 years, we can’t wait to bring back the perfect blend of soap and sunshine to Australian audiences which will also add a fantastic boost to the Victorian and wider production community.”
Greg Woods, CEO of Fremantle Australia, said: “The love for Neighbours is undeniable, and we have been determined to explore every possible avenue to bring it back for loyal fans worldwide. We are beyond thrilled to have secured this landmark deal with Amazon Freevee, along with Network 10 in Australia, long-term and passionate supporters of the show.
“We will return to the writing room immediately, and production for this wonderful series will begin next year. Neighbours have been so important for the Victorian production community, and along with our partners, we will provide new opportunities on both sides of the camera. We cannot wait to get started.”
Neighbours ran for 37 years and nearly 9000 episodes, garnering fans across the globe. The Australian-produced show has screened in multiple countries over its reign on-air, including the UK, airing on both BBC One and, most recently Channel 5 since its launch in 1985.
The final episode of Neighbours aired in July on 10, 10 Peach and 10 Play attracting an audience of 1.48 million viewers with Kylie Minogue, Guy Pearce and Jason Donovan all returning to revive their beloved characters in the final episode, paying tribute to the series.
Jason Herbison, Neighbours’ Executive Producer – Fremantle since 2013, and Rick Maier, head of drama and executive production, Paramount ANZ will maintain their positions on the exciting new chapter of Neighbours, with Andrew Thompson returning as Producer.
Production is set to commence in early 2023 with a world premiere slated for the second half of the year.
