THE final ever episode of Neighbours will air in the UK TONIGHT, and Aussie fans who have seen it say it's a real tear-jerker.
A slew of iconic cast members will return for the finale, including Margot Robbie , as well as Neighbours legend Kylie Minogue.
It was announced back in February 2022 that the long-running soap had been cancelled and the soap filmed its last scenes in June 2022.
The soap will air the final episode this Friday (July 29) at 9pm on Channel 5.
Fans in Australia are lucky enough to have already seen the dramatic conclusion, and they say it left them "crying their eyes out."
Fans gathered in their hundreds all across Australia to watch the final episode, and it did not disappoint.
Read our Neighbours live blog below for the latest news & updates…
- Joseph Gamp
Which former Neighbours stars are returning for the final episode? (2/2)
- Lesley Baker who played Toadie Rebecchi’s mum will also be on the last episode
- Natalie Bassingthwaighte who played manipulative minx Izzy Hoyland, was at the centre of some of the soap’s biggest storylines in the 00s makes a comeback .
- Margot Robbie, star of Barbie and The Wolf Wall Street played Donna Freedman between 2008 and 2011.
- Jesse Spencer, better known as Billy Kennedy to Neighbours fans and appeared on the show between 1994 and 2004, on and off.
- Delta Goodrem will return as shy singer Nina Tucker, who she first played in 2002.
- Daniel MacPherson who played Joel Samuels for four years from 1998.
Which former Neighbours stars are returning for the final episode?
The show has spawned some superstar actors, many of whom returned to Ramsay Street to film the last episode.
The stars returning include:
- Hollywood legend Guy Pearce who rose to fame playing Mike Young in the Australian TV series.
- Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan have also recorded a scene to go in the last episod.
- Ian Smith – who played Harold Bishop – will delight fans with his return.
- Ramsay Street hunk Daniel MacPherson who played Joel Samuels for four years from 1998, will be in the last episode.
- Melissa Bell who played Scott and Paul Robinson’s little sister Lucy is back.
- Benjamin McNair, the Kennedy’s eldest son Mal makes her return.
Neighbours fans are concerned ahead of show’s epic finale
Friday is fast approaching, and with it the epic one-hour finale of Neighbours , but as we move closer to the episode’s release, some fans are worried it will be a “let down.”
Despite the return of iconic faces, such as Margot Robbie and Kylie Minogue, there are whispers that it may not live up to the hype.
One fan is so concerned, they took to the Neighbours Reddit to air their worries.
The thread creator said: “Since it was announced it will end I was certain they’d make the finale amazing.
“But it’s really getting close now & there’s no sign of things turning into the heartwarming, community-filled episode I’m hoping for.
“I’m genuinely worried it’ll be a bit of a dud.”
They continued: “Episodes right now should be filled with the light stuff Neighbours has always excelled at – characters all hanging out together, having barbecues, pool fun, dinners together, reminiscing about good times, reaffirming good relationships etc.”
One Neighbours fan replied, saying: “Yes! I’m finding it very odd that storylines aren’t wrapping up yet. I was expecting either what you’ve said, or some massive interesting storyline by now. It’s all very dragged out and boring honestly.”
A third viewer also agreed, commenting: “Yes I’m getting a bit worried about that too. Hopefully all the major storylines like David in Prison, Paul and Terese, Clive and Jane’s drama, will come to some conclusion then we can have a great heartwarming finale. I’ve been disappointed with Harold’s return so far.”
“Agreed, it seems a bit underwhelming so far,” said a fourth fan.
- Joseph Gamp
Neighbours producer set to join Hollyoaks
With the end of the iconic show just days away, the top brass at other soaps are looking to scoop up talented members of staff.
Neighbours’ script producer Shane Isheev is making his way to Blighty to take on the role of script producer.
“Many colleagues have said over the years I should work on Hollyoaks,” Shane told Digital Spy.
“It wasn’t until I started watching the show regularly that I understood why.
“It has everything I love about serial drama. I feel extremely lucky to be moving from Erinsborough to Chester.
“I still had many stories I wanted to tell on Neighbours, but now I can’t wait to share them with the Hollyoaks team.
“With the loss of Neighbours, fans might be looking for a new soap fix.
“I strongly encourage them, and all serial lovers, to check out Hollyoaks. Just like me, it won’t be long before you’re hooked.”
- henry moore
When Jess Glynne starred in Neighbours
Neighbours has had dozens of iconic cameos over the years.
One of the more fondly remembered cameos is Jess Glynne’s 2019 appearance.
The 32-year-old singer played herself in the soap alongside Stefan Dennis, Bonnie Anderson and 90s boyband Hanson.
She said: “I’ve been watching Neighbours since I was a little kid, I grew up with up it, it was always there so it’s a very surreal experience to be here on the set and be actually acting.”
- henry moore
SPOILER: Neighbours fans ‘crying their eyes out’ after HUGE finale twist
The final episode of the iconic soap aired in Australia yesterday, and fans loved it.
SPOILERS AHEAD – PLEASE DO NOT READ ON IF YOU DON’T WANT TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS!
Aussie viewers took to Twitter to voice their love of the finale, one said: “The #neighboursfinale was the best send off we could have hoped for. Tears, laughter. I’m still emotional. What a farewell.”
Another tweeted: “Definitely old when Mike, Jane, Scott and Charlene being back together gives me happy tears!”
A third added: “Random wave of @neighbours emotion just hit me and now I’m crying at 12am.”
They weren’t alone as another shared: “Sooo anyone else ugly crying right now that #Neighbours has officially come to an end…or are you normal?”
- henry moore
Today is the day!
This evening, the grand finale of Australia’s most iconic soap will air on Channel 5.
The emotional episode has already aired in Australia, with fans gathering in their hundreds to watch the show’s ending live.
Make sure not to miss the emotional goodbye, tune in to Channel 5 at 9pm.
- henry moore
Remembering Russel Brand’s Neighbours cameo
The eccentric comedian and commentator appeared on the soap two years ago.
In true, poetic, form, the 47-year-old actor told Toadfish Rebecchi he was “touring the world, spreading the message – life, love, limitless. I’m a writer and I enjoy festivities… synchronicity”.
Toadie didn’t seem quite so chatty, replying simply: “That’s awesome.”
Read about more ICONIC celebrity cameos here
- henry moore
Thats a wrap!
Channel 10 has celebrated the end of Neighbours, following the airing of its final episode in Australia.
In an emotional picture, the show’s cast gathered on the iconic set.
The episode will air in the UK at 9pm on Friday July 29.
- henry moore
What time is the Neighbours finale on?
We are nearly there, the end of an era is fast approaching.
But when will the much-anticipated finale of Neighbours air?
To catch the end of this legendary series, tune in on Friday, July 29 at 9pm on Channel 5.
- henry moore
Home and Away pays tribute to Neighbours
Another iconic Aussie soap has taken to Twitter to honour Neighbours, following the release of it’s final episode in Australia.
“Hats off to the amazing cast and crew at Ramsay Street for an epic 37 years,” the Home and Away account said.
Neighbours’ finale will air in the UK on Friday July 29 at 9pm.
- henry moore
When Little Britain met Neighbours
Of the many iconic cameos Neighbours has featured over the years, none are more hilarious than when Little Britain’s David, 50, and Matt, 48 made an appearance.
The two appeared in the guise of two of their most famous characters – and didn’t say a word.
Playing wheelchair-bound Andy and his carer Lou, the pair appeared in the back of a shot at Scarlet Bar – as it was then known.
Matt’s character Andy jumped out of his wheelchair the moment David’s Lou went to chat to Harold Bishop – and was even shown clambering onto a motorbike to play a video game.
- henry moore
Will Russel Crowe return for the finale?
The Aussie actor, of Gladiator fame, played Kenny Larkin, debuting in episode 581 on September 21, 1987.
But will he come back for the show’s final episode?
Sadly, Crowe has not been billed as one of the stars setting foot one last time on Ramsey Street.
However, a slew of famous faces are returning for the finale including Margot Robbie, Kylie Minogue, and Jason Donovan.
- henry moore
Behind the scenes look at Kylie Minogue’s return to Neighbours
Earlier this month, the iconic pop star gave fans an inside look at her return to the Aussie soap.
On her official Twitter account, Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan posed as they returned to Ramsey Street – 34 years after they quit the soap.
Kylie, 54, and Jason, 54, both saw they career skyrocket after playing Charlene and Scott Robinson on Neighbours.
- henry moore
When Jess Glynne starred in Neighbours
Neighbours has had dozens of iconic cameos over the years.
One of the more fondly remembered cameos is Jess Glynne’s 2019 appearance.
The 32-year-old singer played herself in the soap alongside Stefan Dennis, Bonnie Anderson and 90s boyband Hanson.
She said: “I’ve been watching Neighbours since I was a little kid, I grew up with up it, it was always there so it’s a very surreal experience to be here on the set and be actually acting.”
- henry moore
SPOILER: Neighbours fans 'crying their eyes out' after HUGE finale twist
The final episode of the iconic soap aired in Australia today, and fans loved it.
SPOILERS AHEAD – PLEASE DO NOT READ ON IF YOU DON'T WANT TO KNOW WHAT HAPPENS!
Aussie viewers took to Twitter to voice their love of the finale, one said: "The #neighboursfinale was the best send off we could have hoped for. Tears, laughter. I’m still emotional. What a farewell."
Another tweeted: "Definitely old when Mike, Jane, Scott and Charlene being back together gives me happy tears!"
A third added: "Random wave of @neighbours emotion just hit me and now I’m crying at 12am."
They weren't alone as another shared: "Sooo anyone else ugly crying right now that #Neighbours has officially come to an end…or are you normal?"
- henry moore
24 hours to go!
24 hours from now, the grand finale of Australia's most iconic soap will air on Channel 5.
The emotional episode has already aired in Australia, with fans gathering in their hundreds to watch the show's ending.
Make sure not to miss the emotional goodbye, tune in to Channel 5 at 9pm on Friday.
- henry moore
Remembering Russel Brand’s Neighbours cameo
The eccentric comedian and commentator appeared on the soap two years ago.
In true, poetic, form, the 47-year-old actor told Toadfish Rebecchi he was “touring the world, spreading the message – life, love, limitless. I’m a writer and I enjoy festivities… synchronicity”.
Toadie didn’t seem quite so chatty, replying simply: “That’s awesome.”
Read about more ICONIC celebrity cameos here
- henry moore
Thats a wrap!
Channel 10 has celebrated the end of Neighbours, following the airing of its final episode in Australia.
In an emotional picture, the show's cast gathered on the iconic set.
The episode will air in the UK at 9pm on Friday July 29.
- henry moore
What time is the Neighbours finale on?
We are nearly there, the end of an era is fast approaching.
But when will the much-anticipated finale of Neighbours air?
To catch the end of this legendary series, tune in on Friday, July 29 at 9pm on Channel 5.
- henry moore
Home and Away pays tribute to Neighbours
Another iconic Aussie soap has taken to Twitter to honour Neighbours, following the release of it's final episode in Australia.
"Hats off to the amazing cast and crew at Ramsay Street for an epic 37 years," the Home and Away account said.
Neighbours' finale will air in the UK on Friday July 29 and 9pm.
- henry moore
When Little Britain met Neighbours
Of the many iconic cameos Neighbours has featured over the years, none are more hilarious than when Little Britain's David, 50, and Matt, 48 made an appearance.
The two appeared in the guise of two of their most famous characters – and didn't say a word.
Playing wheelchair-bound Andy and his carer Lou, the pair appeared in the back of a shot at Scarlet Bar – as it was then known.
Matt's character Andy jumped out of his wheelchair the moment David's Lou went to chat to Harold Bishop – and was even shown clambering onto a motorbike to play a video game.
- henry moore
Will Russel Crowe return for the finale?
The Aussie actor, of Gladiator fame, played Kenny Larkin, debuting in episode 581 on September 21, 1987.
But will he come back for the show’s final episode?
Sadly, Crowe has not been billed as one of the stars setting foot one last time on Ramsey Street.
However, a slew of famous faces are returning for the finale including Margot Robbie, Kylie Minogue, and Jason Donovan.
- henry moore
Behind the scenes look at Kylie Minogue's return to Neighbours
Earlier this month, the iconic pop star gave fans an inside look at her return to the Aussie soap.
On her official Twitter account, Kylie Minogue and Jason Donovan posed as they returned to Ramsey Street – 34 years after they quit the soap.
Kylie, 54, and Jason, 54, both saw they career skyrocket after playing Charlene and Scott Robinson on Neighbours.
- henry moore
The finale has aired in Australia, watch out for spoilers!
After gracing our screens for a staggering 37 years, the end is finally close.
But for those living in Neighbours' native Australia, the show's final episode has already aired.
Across Oz, fans of the iconic soap gathered in their hundreds to watch the last episode together.
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