Mischa Barton pictured with Karl and Susan legends Alan Fletcher and Jackie Woodburne (Picture: Amazon Freevee)
Neighbours has given us a first look at Mischa Barton on set, with The OC star pictured alongside Karl and Susan Kennedy legends Alan Fletcher and Jackie Woodburne.
The US TV star, it was confirmed last month, has joined the cast of the popular soap’s revival series on Amazon Freevee, playing mysterious newcomer Reece Sinclair.
Little is known about Reece or what exactly it is that brings her to Ramsay Street, but it’s safe to say that audiences are excited to find out more.
In typical Neighbours fashion, Mischa has received a series of promotional pictures on the set of the long-running series In Nunawading Studios, Melbourne, which see her pose with the signature Ramsay Street sign.
The Invitation To Murder star, who has already started filming, was also pictured alongside show legends Alan Fletcher and Jackie Woodburne, who play married couple Karl and Susan Kennedy on the long-running show.
The definition of iconic.
We’re a little bit obsessed with Reece already (Picture: Amazon Freevee)
But just what does the newcomer have in store for the residents of Erinsborough? (Picture: Amazon Freevee)
Mischa, who rose to fame as Marissa Cooper in The OC, was full of enthusiasm over joining Neighbours when the news of her casting was first announced.
‘I’m excited to be part of this iconic show’s next chapter, and I am really looking forward to being back in Australia a place I know and love!,’ she said.
How to watch Neighbours on Amazon Freevee
Neighbours has found a new home on Freevee (Picture: 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, in addition to every episode from 2012, 2013 and 2014, with two more ‘seasons’ set to drop this week.
More information here.
‘I think the character of Reece is going to be a great role for me to explore and play with.’
Neighbours’ own executive producer Jason Herbison added: ‘With Neighbours launching on Amazon Freevee in North America, we are beyond excited to have an actor of Mischa’s calibre join us for the beginning of this exciting new chapter.
Will Mischa’s character perhaps have a connection to Karl and Susan? (Picture: Amazon Freevee)
‘Mischa’s character is dynamic and unpredictable, and will have an instant presence on Ramsay Street. Our loyal viewers are going to love her, locally and abroad.’
Consider us very excited.
A staple of daytime TV in the UK for 37 years, Neighbours was controversially axed by Channel 5 last year, leaving the world in absolute shock. Outraged fans were quick to launch campaigns in a bid to save the show.
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A joyous final episode, which saw the likes of Kylie Minogue, Guy Pearce and Margot Robbie make appearances, aired last July, leading us all to believe that Neighbours was over forever, but Amazon’s ad-supported streaming service Freevee subsequently resuscitated the serial in November.
Filming has recommenced, with a premiere slated for autumn, an we’re already counting down the days. In the meantime, fans can enjoy hundreds of classic outings of the soap, now available to stream on Freevee, with more vintage offerings expected this week.
Neighbours returns to screens on Amazon Freevee later this year, with hundreds of classic episodes already available to stream.
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