Neighbours will make a comeback in 2023 after Amazon agreed a deal with production company Fremantle to return the much-loved Aussie soap to production.
Having been on the air for more than 37 years, the show came to an end in July after UK broadcaster Channel 5 took the decision to drop it - and Fremantle were unable to find a replacement network to fund its budget.
Now Amazon has stepped forward and as a result, the soap will re-enter production early next year, with stars including Stefan Dennis, Alan Fletcher, Ryan Moloney, and Jackie Woodburne all confirmed to be returning.
In the UK and US, episodes will be released on Amazon's ad-supported Freevee service, while in Australia, New Zealand and Canada it will be carried on subscription service Prime Video - although Network 10 in Australia will retain first-run rights.
Amazon has also acquired the rights to thousands of past episodes and will make them available for streaming before the new episodes launch.
"With the power of streaming, we're able to offer a catalogue of thousands of Neighbours episodes for new audiences to discover this legendary series and current fans to relive their favourite moments," said Lauren Anderson, head of programming at Amazon.
"We look forward to immersing the audience in new Ramsay Street experiences when we relaunch the show next year for Amazon Freevee and Prime Video customers."
Fremantle's CEO Jennifer Mullin added: "Neighbours is a unique series with a powerful connection with its fans across the world. We cherish the show and all those who have been part of its incredible story over many decades, so we are thrilled that we have found a new home with Amazon Freevee.
"Thanks to the innovative Amazon Freevee platform, many classic episodes will be available to fans, and Neighbours will go back into full production in Australia early next year, providing our fans with new episodes."
The soap is expected to return in "the second half" of next year.
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