It’s been a tough year without Neighbours, but the painstaking wait is almost over as the show returns bigger and better than ever, with Metro.co.uk offering you a little taster of what’s to come.
We ceased our Neighbours coverage over a year ago and, what can we say, life just hasn’t been the same without it.
But enough tears were shed last February when UK broadcaster Channel 5 bafflingly axed the popular soap, and again in July when the ‘finale’ episode aired, bringing the tales of the Ramsay Street regulars to a close.
Not for good, however, as Amazon Freevee proved to be the good friends we all needed, swooping in to rescue Neighbours before any harm could come to the sets, and fans around the world breathed a sigh of relief as a result.
Not all heroes wear capes.
We’re achingly close to having Neighbours back in our lives, with the show set to debut new episodes on Amazon Freevee from Monday September 18, but in good old-fashioned soap fashion, before new episodes come spoilers, and Metro.co.uk is only too happy to oblige.
So, without wasting a single second longer, feel free to dive in and get your first taste of what’s to come in the new-and-improved Neighbours.
We’ve missed you.
A wedding – with a major twist
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Neighbours went out with a bang when it wrapped on Channel 5 last year, and it will return to screens in a similar fashion, with the residents of Ramsay Street coming together for a wedding that will well and truly blow your minds.
The happy couple unite on the big day, with subsequent episodes seeing them jet off on honeymoon, keen to put the past behind them as they focus on building their future together, though it’s not long before complications crop up, as they struggle to balance work and married life.
Susan and Karl in turmoil over a secret that threatens to destroy everything
Susan was last seen smiling with her beloved Karl as the credits rolled for what we thought would be the last time, but two years on and she’s in turmoil, having to make some serious changes to her life, with a personal secret that puts her happiness – and marriage – at risk.
Holly, Karl’s daughter, meanwhile, fails to take her job seriously, which only causes further strife for Karl and Susan, with her poor behaviour leading to an explosive discovery.
A shocking admission then leaves the Kennedys’ relationship tested more than ever.
The iconic couple have been through just about anything that one can throw at a marriage and yet they’ve come out the other side stronger than ever, but will this prove to be the case this time around?
That remains to be seen, but they subsequently find themselves at a crossroads, leaving their future up in the air.
Harold’s devastating secret
As teased in Neighbours’ full-length trailer, Harold isn’t quite himself, seemingly struggling with some news that he’s received. Spoilers for the first episodes of the show’s new chapter confirm that this is very much the case, with his peculiar behaviour ringing alarm bells for Karl, who grows increasingly worried.
Harold then makes an utterly devastating admission.
The question is: just what is it? That remains to be seen, but a number of weeks in, he’s comforted and supported by his closest friends, as his fears for the future reach breaking point.
Jane and Mike torn apart by a secret of their own
Jane Harris finally got her happy-ever-after in the big finale-that-wasn’t-actually-finale, reuniting with first love Mike Young three decades on since they first got together, with Hollywood icon Guy Pearce popping back to Ramsay Street to wrap up Mike’s arc.
Neighbours being resuscitated left audiences confused over how exactly this would be written around, but with Guy returning on a recurring capacity, the narrative in question will continue.
The much-loved couple, however, are far from happy this time around, with a secret simmering beneath the surface as their plans begin to stall. The recent trailer suggested that the two were preparing to tie the knot and, if that is indeed the case, will they make it down the aisle?
Mike contemplates a proposal, that much we can confirm, but as for the outcome, well the jury is still out on that! There’s more conflict to come, with Mike finding himself a victim of his own impulsiveness, while Jane is blindsided when she’s betrayed by a close friend.
Romance for Mackenzie
Mackenzie Hargreaves will contemplate the prospect of finding love again two years on from Hendrix Grayson’s tragic death, with the new season opening with her attempting to flirt in a bid to get back in the dating game, before making a big call on her personal life, pushing herself out of her comfort zone.
Throwing caution to the wind, she decides to seize the day when her interest in a certain resident reaches boiling point, though later she will struggle to not let her emotions get the better of her.
The show’s latest trailer seemed to hint at romance for Mackenzie and new character Haz Devkar (Shiv Palekar), who will be taking over as manager of Harold’s cafe.
How to watch Neighbours when it returns on Amazon Freevee
Amazon Freevee is a free ad-supported streaming service which offers a wide range of movies and TV programmes for just about anyone.
It is very easy to use and can be accessed on a web browser via the official Amazon website, or on a mobile device, smart TV or games console via either the Prime Video or Freevee apps – some services carry both, so you’ll be spoilt for choice.
Android TVs, Apple TVs and Google TVs also have the Freevee app, so if you possess any of these devices you’ll be able to stream Neighbours to your heart’s content.
Simply head to Amazon.co.uk if you’re in the UK or Amazon.com for US users and create your free account.
Once you’re registered, simply type in Neighbours and voila, let the binge-watching commence!
A selection of iconic episodes are currently available to stream, with EVERY episode from 2012 to 2022 also on offer, meaning you can catch right up in time for the show’s return in September.
More information here.
Nell’s huge admission
Nell is considerably older from when we last saw her given that Neighbours’ new chapter will skip forward two years into the future, and the character will seemingly helm her own storylines as a result, with upcoming scenes see her make a shameful admission that rocks her entire family.
Paul Robinson faces a new foe as newcomer Reece Sinclair causes chaos
Neighbours is nothing without a shock twist and that’s exactly whats in store for the residents of Erinsborough when Reece Sinclair, played by The OC’s Mischa Barton, arrives, checking into Lassiters.
Byron Stone uncovers quite the secret about Ramsay Street’s newest resident, with the truth about who she is subsequently outing, sending shockwaves through the community.
Paul Robinson is on to her, and he subsequently secures a piece of information which he hopes will ensure that he holds on to Lassiters, but his hubris grows as he inches closer to unmasking the truth…
A shock new rivalry is born
Ramsay Street has had its fair share of slanging matches and brutal brawls over the past four decades, and it will most certainly be home to more in the future, with a surprise new rivalry coming to fruition in the new episodes as tensions mount between two scorned residents.
Terese suffers several devastating blows
Terese Willis has a new business venture up her sleeve when we find her again, but its not long before there’s a roadblock or two, which causes issues in her personal life, with subsequent scenes seeing her discover the truth about a number of secrets which are very close to home.
But this is simply the beginning of the trauma, as she later attempts to form stronger bonds with the people she loves, only to fall victim to someone’s devilish manipulation.
Toadie’s life-changing decision
As you’ve provably gathered by reading through these spoilers, it’s all on the line for a number of Ramsay Street faves, with stalwart Toadie included in that list as he makes a tough decision that will impact his entire family, after giving a conundrum much consideration.
The ins and outs of what such a decision entails, well we’re keeping that under wraps, but you can expect conflict aplenty as a result.
A new family to mark a new era
Neighbours will mark its exciting new chapter by introducing a brand new family, who rock up on Ramsay Street at the beginning of the series. One member of the clan, however, has a particularly keen interest in the street.
Enter the Varga-Murphys!
Mums Remi and Cara, and teenage sons JJ and Dex make up the family, and they’re all set to have exciting storylines over their own. Cara and Remi, for example, will attempt to navigate their own future following their arrival on the street, with poor communication resulting in some consequences for the couple.
JJ, meanwhile, focuses his attention on something – or should we say someone – closer to home.
Consider our interests piqued.
We’re not going to reveal everything, but what we can reveal is that JJ’s digging takes an unexpected turn, so make of that what you will, as his mission amps up and he gets closer to a truth.
Dex is then subsequently blindsided by a secret, which holds catastrophic ramifications, and he fears that JJ could cause irreparable damage to their family.
Neighbours: A New Chapter debuts on Amazon Freevee on Monday, September 18.
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