Neighbours (1985): episodes, history and where to watch

AT A GLANCE

Neighbours first went out in March 1985 on Seven Network (BBC One in the UK, later Channel 5). It ran until 2025, with 9,361 episodes over 41 years on air so far. Where it streams changes often, so check the official services before paying for one.

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Why it is worth your time

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The details

First broadcast: 18 March 1985
Originally on: Seven Network (BBC One in the UK, later Channel 5)
On air: 1985–2025
Years on screen: 41
Episodes: 9,361
Typical length: 30 minutes
Genres: Drama
First episode: “Episode 1”

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Neighbours: quick answers

When did Neighbours start?

On 18 March 1985, on Seven Network (BBC One in the UK, later Channel 5).

How many episodes of Neighbours are there?

9,361 had been broadcast by 14 October 2026, across 41 years. The last aired in 2025.

Where can I watch Neighbours now?

Rights to older programmes move between services and channels; check BBC iPlayer, ITVX, Channel 4 and the main streaming services, or buy it on DVD or digitally.

Dates and episode counts from TVmaze (2026-10-14), CC BY-SA 4.0. Artwork © its owners, shown only to identify the programme.