Neighbours (1985)
Australia's longest-running soap opera, following the intertwined lives of Ramsay Street residents across four remarkable decades.
Neighbours - Series Information
- Original Title: Neighbours
- First Air Year: 1985
- Last Air Year: 2025
- Created by: Reg Watson
- Type: TV Series
- Genres: Soap, Drama, Family, Comedy
- Content Rating (US): TV-PG
- Episode Runtime: Average runtime per episode: 26 minutes
- Number of Seasons: 41
- Number of Episodes: 9,364
- Status: Ended
- Original Language: English
- Spoken Languages: English
- First Air Date: March 18, 1985 (United States - TV-PG), March 18, 1985 (Canada - 14+), March 18, 1985 (Germany - 12), March 18, 1985 (France - 12), March 18, 1985 (Australia - PG), March 18, 1985 (Mexico - B)
- Networks: 10, Seven Network, Eleven, 10 Comedy
- Production Companies: Fremantle Australia, Reg Grundy Productions
- Production Countries: Australia
- Alternative Titles: Buren (BE), 左邻右舍 (CN), Nachbarn (DE)
Neighbours - Plot
Neighbours is an Australian television soap opera. The show's storylines concern the domestic and professional lives of the people who live and work in Erinsborough, a fictional suburb of Melbourne, Victoria. The series primarily centres around the residents of Ramsay Street, a short cul-de-sac, and its neighbouring areas, the Lassiters complex, which includes a bar, hotel, cafe, news office and park. Neighbours began with three families created by Watson – the Ramsays, the Robinsons and the Clarkes. Watson said that he wanted to show three families who are friends living in a small street. The Robinsons and the Ramsays had a long history and were involved in an ongoing rivalry.
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Neighbours - Cast & Crew
Creator(s)
- Reg Watson
Main Cast
- Ian Smith
- Tom Oliver
- Alan Fletcher
- Jackie Woodburne
- Kym Valentine
- Stefan Dennis
- Ryan Moloney
- Anne Charleston
- Carla Bonner
- Anne Haddy
Writers
- Ian Smith
- Judy Nunn
- Chris Milne
- Kate Langbroek
- Betty Quin
Neighbours - FAQs
Why did Neighbours end after 41 seasons?
Neighbours ended in July 2022 when Channel 5 in the UK withdrew its funding, which had long supported the show's production costs. A revival followed in 2023 on Amazon Freevee and Network 10, but the series ultimately concluded its final run in 2025 after 41 seasons.
Did Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan appear in the Neighbours finale?
Yes. The 2022 series finale drew enormous global attention when Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan, among other beloved alumni, returned to Ramsay Street for the send-off episode. The finale became one of the most-watched moments in the show's history and was celebrated worldwide.
Where can you watch Neighbours online?
Neighbours is available to stream on various platforms depending on your region. The revival seasons aired on Amazon Freevee and Network 10's streaming service 10 Play. Use JustWatch to find the most current streaming options available in your country.
Who are the longest-running cast members of Neighbours?
Among the most enduring cast members are Ian Smith (Harold Bishop), Tom Oliver (Lou Carpenter), Alan Fletcher (Karl Kennedy), Jackie Woodburne (Susan Kennedy), and Stefan Dennis (Paul Robinson), all of whom appeared across multiple decades of the show's run.
How many episodes does Neighbours have in total?
Neighbours ran for 9,364 episodes across 41 seasons, making it one of the longest-running scripted television series in history. It first aired on March 18, 1985, and concluded its final season in 2025, spanning four decades of continuous storytelling.
Is Neighbours based on a true story?
No, Neighbours is entirely fictional. Creator Reg Watson invented the setting of Ramsay Street in the fictional Melbourne suburb of Erinsborough, along with its founding families — the Ramsays, the Robinsons, and the Clarkes — to explore themes of community, friendship, and everyday life.
What is the content rating for Neighbours?
Neighbours carries a TV-PG content rating in the United States, reflecting its family-friendly approach to storytelling. In Australia it is rated PG, and it holds a 14+ rating in Canada and a 12 rating in both Germany and France.
What famous actors got their start on Neighbours?
Neighbours launched the careers of numerous global stars, including Kylie Minogue, Jason Donovan, Natalie Imbruglia, Guy Pearce, Margot Robbie, and Russell Crowe. The show became internationally renowned as a launching pad for Australian talent across music, film, and television.
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