As of July 2026, Neighbours Season 5 aired in 1989 with 237 episodes — streaming now on Amazon Prime Video. Full episode guide and where to watch below.
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Neighbours Season 5

1989 237 Episodes Soap · Drama ⭐ 6/10

Neighbours Season 5 has quietly become one of the more dependable comedies currently available on . The show says what it needs to say in a single season, no filler. With 61 viewer ratings on TMDB, this is not a title flying under the radar. Stefan Dennis is the obvious draw, but the whole ensemble earns its laughs. Put it on tonight and see for yourself.

Neighbours Season 5 is not trying to be everything to everyone, and that focus is exactly what makes it work. The jokes in Neighbours Season 5 land because the characters underneath them are worth caring about. Season 5 of Neighbours includes 237 episodes. It aired from January 1989 to December 1989. This season stars Stefan Dennis, Ian Smith and Anne Charleston. Stefan Dennis and Ian Smith lead a cast that brings real weight to the material. It was aired in 1989. What keeps Neighbours Season 5 from feeling disposable is a cast that clearly understands the material better than the format usually demands. There is real craft here, even in the moments that do not fully land.

Neighbours Season 5 is the kind of thing you put on in the background and end up fully watching. It has built its own audience without needing a direct comparison. Best experienced as a single, sustained watch if your schedule allows. Stefan Dennis sets the tone, but the supporting cast is where a lot of the best moments come from. A reliable pick for any night you want quality comedy without the homework.

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🎬 Neighbours Season 5 — Episode Guide

E1
Episode 877
1989-01-17
Bronwyn has a new boyfriend. Noelene arrives to collect Toby, but her new husband tries to hit Toby, much to Joe's horror.
E2
Episode 878
1989-01-18
An unexpected letter gives Bronwyn a nasty shock. Helen comes home, although she is still very weak. Noelene asks Edie to spy on Joe.
E3
Episode 879
1989-01-19
Harold's new dishwasher causes watery chaos around the coffee shop when but Madge puts too much soap in. Bronwyn can't think who the anonymous writer could be. Paul finds out that Derek Morris is interested in buying Lassiters.
E4
Episode 880
1989-01-20
Beverly becomes worried over Todd's choice of Christmas present, while Harold and Des both develop a rash from the dishwasher soap. Lucy reveals that she's been accused of cheating at Arlenwood, and Paul asks Des for a 95% mortgage in order to buy Lassiters.
E5
Episode 881
1989-01-21
Joe battles to keep Toby- but realises his chances of winning are low. Mrs. Granger turns up on the Mangel doorstep, to Jane's shock. Lucy goes to Carolyn's house.
E6
Episode 882
1989-01-27
Jane attends a dinner party hosted by Mark's mother - but the evening doesn't exactly go according to plan when Mrs. Granger asks Jane not to marry Mark because of their class difference. Lucy confesses to cheating before Todd persuades Caroline to own up. Joe gives Edie a marijuana plant.
E7
Episode 883
1989-01-28
Jane makes an important decision, while Joe digs himself into a deep deep hole with a pot plant. Gail agrees to the Lassiter's deal, and the police catch Edie red-handed.
E8
Episode 884
1989-01-26
Paul and Gail are shocked by an appalling setback when Penny refuses to provide their loan, while Nick tries to make Helen get going after her stroke. Edie accuses Joe of planting the evidence, and Joe admits it. Des's relationship with Penelope begins to develop.
E9
Episode 885
1989-01-27
Beverly comes to a decision that angers Helen, who insists that Beverly go to her conference in Perth. Henry tries to catch the letter writer but Bronwyn catches him with a letter and accuses him of the crime. Des fails to change Penny's mind about Paul and Gail's loan. Lucy leaves.
E10
Episode 886
1989-01-30
Bronwyn discovers who really sent the anonymous letters and vows to get back with Henry, while Penelope springs a surprise on Des. Henry comes to decision about his relationship with Bronwyn, and Nick organises a 'Help Helen' rota - much to Helen's annoyance.
E11
Episode 887
1989-01-31
Henry eventually forgives Bronwyn, but Des refuses to take Penny back. Edie helps Noelene kidnap Toby.
E12
Episode 888
1989-02-01
Harold is surprised his daughter Kerry makes an unexpected appearance. Des tells Henry that he can move in - to the horror of Edie, Madge and Harold. Joe gets Toby back and he makes up with Noelene.
E13
Episode 889
1989-02-02
Kerry and Sky move to the Bishop house, but Harold is shocked by his daughter's way of life. Beverly leaves for Perth, and Paul's business troubles cause friction at home.
E14
Episode 890
1989-02-03
Madge receives horrifying news about her father, while Gail takes drastic action to cure Paul's obsessive behaviour. Joe and Kerry go on a date, and Nick announces his decision to leave school.
E15
Episode 891
1989-02-06
Madge learns that her father has had a heart attack, so she heads up to Brisbane. Rosemary arrives and solves Paul's problems. Scott returns from Brisbane, and Katie gets a rabbit. Des puts his photographs of Daphne in a drawer and decides that he is going to ask Penny to marry him.
E16
Episode 892
1989-02-07
Kerry and Joe become very good friends - to Harold's annoyance. Des discovers that Penny has gone to Europe, and Jane tells Joe that she'll marry Mark. Harold's change of attitude surprises Edie, while Gail gives Paul an ultimatum.
E17
Episode 893
1989-02-08
Sharon and Nick make a start at mending their relationship, but other Ramsay Street couples face a more trying time. Gail threatens Paul with divorce, and Rosemary advises Jane not to marry Mark. Helen is cared for via a system of walkie-talkies.
E18
Episode 894
1989-02-09
Rosemary's grudge means Jane is depressed after telling Mark that she won't marry him. Katie's rabbit goes missing, and she then learns what Joe is cooking up for dinner.
E19
Episode 895
1989-02-10
Katie holds a funeral for Rupert the rabbit - only he then turns up! Harold goes to see Joe and is shocked to discover that Kerry had been in bed with him.
E20
Episode 896
1989-02-13
Kerry announces that she's leaving, but Harold asks her to stay. Joe gives Katie a rabbit, not realising that Rupert has turned up. Paul tries to make things up with Gail on their wedding anniversary.

🎭 Cast of Neighbours Season 5

Stefan Dennis
Stefan Dennis
Paul Robinson
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Ian Smith
Harold Bishop
Anne Charleston
Anne Charleston
Madge Bishop
Anne Haddy
Anne Haddy
Helen Daniels
Alan Dale
Alan Dale
Jim Robinson
Craig McLachlan
Craig McLachlan
Henry Ramsay
Rachel Friend
Rachel Friend
Bronwyn Davies
Kristian Schmid
Kristian Schmid
Todd Landers
Annie Jones
Annie Jones
Jane Harris
Guy Pearce
Guy Pearce
Mike Young

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