May 28th 2024.
Exciting news for Hollyoaks fans, as the beloved UK soap is taking a major step towards reaching a global audience. In a groundbreaking move, Hollyoaks will now be available for streaming on YouTube internationally, making it the first UK soap to do so. This comes as a much-needed boost for fans, especially with the recent news that Hulu will no longer be providing daily episodes of the popular drama in the US.
The decision to make Hollyoaks available on YouTube was made just a month after reports that Hulu would no longer be airing the show. Now, fans from all over the world can stay connected to the happenings in the eponymous village, with full sequential episodes available for free on the internet's signature video-sharing website. The episodes will be released one week after they air on Channel 4, following the same pattern as in the UK.
This new approach will allow international viewers to join in on all the drama and excitement, starting with the highly acclaimed Pride celebrations. With 20 episodes already available before the daily releases, viewers can jump right into the action and see what all the buzz is about. The Pride week in Hollyoaks was a major hit with UK fans, who couldn't stop praising the compelling storytelling and captivating events that unfolded.
One of the most talked-about storylines during Pride week was Lucas Hay's struggle with conversion therapy at the hands of school headmaster Carter Shepherd. But with the help of Dillon Ray, who is determined to rescue the teen, things take a surprising turn. Meanwhile, the village is buzzing with the start of the Pride celebrations, and Kitty Draper's beautiful rendition of "Over the Rainbow" adds to the joyous atmosphere.
The success of Hollyoaks is not limited to its UK audience, as recent viewing figures have shown a 40% increase in streaming views per episode in the first quarter of this year. The show has also seen a significant growth in social media views, with Snapchat and TikTok registering a 350% and 116% increase respectively. Lime Pictures Joint Managing Director, Kate Little, expressed her excitement at the show's global reach, stating that Hollyoaks has always been at the forefront of digital innovation.
As Channel 4's in-house social agency 4Studio continues to drive a three-fold increase in UK viewing of TV shows on various platforms, Hollyoaks is taking a bold step towards reaching a wider audience. Matt Risley, Managing Director of 4Studio, believes that YouTube is the perfect platform to connect with younger viewers and is thrilled to see Hollyoaks continue to grow and thrive.
With the return of some fan-favorite characters and a strong focus on character-driven drama, Hollyoaks has received nothing but praise this year. From jaw-dropping stunts to groundbreaking storylines, including child trans and conversion therapy, the show has been on a roll. However, fans should be prepared for some changes later this year, as the show will be reducing its number of episodes in September and has had to let go of some cast members to facilitate this.
Don't miss out on all the action in Hollyoaks, which streams weeknights at 7:30pm on Channel 4's streaming platform, with episodes airing on E4 at 7pm. If you have any soap or TV stories, videos, or pictures, we'd love to hear from you, so feel free to get in touch. And don't forget to leave a comment below and join our community to stay updated on all things soaps.
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