The South African soapie 7de Laan first started in 2000, delighting viewers with a cast of eccentric (and sometimes vindictive) characters. Viewers were less delighted when the show ended production in 2023, faced with budget cuts or cancellation.

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Good news for viewers and fans: full episodes of the show will remain on YouTube, even though the show is no longer available through traditional broadcasts – and of course, now that no further new episodes are being filmed.

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Here’s where to find the cast of 7de Laan for those who miss one of the longest-running local shows of all time.

7de Laan: Full episodes will stay on YouTube

The favourite television show 7de Laan has come to an end as of 2023, with production unable to reach a deal with the South African Broadcast Corporation (SABC) that would continue the filming of the show.

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Fans everywhere have expressed their dismay over the removal of the show, with many fans worried about the future livelihood of the cast and crew.

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The good news for fans of the show is that old episodes will remain on YouTube, where Hillside Heights will remain a place that fans can visit any time they might want to.

7de Laan: Find the YouTube Channel here

The show’s YouTube channel showcases some older episodes of the show, going back to when Charmaine Meintjies was still one of the showrunners.

If you miss 7de Laan or Hillside Heights, all you have to do is visit the show’s official YouTube channel – where some of the classic episodes will still be available.

Follow the link below to find your way back to the show, even if it’s only for the memories:

About the Show

7de Laan was a South African television soapie, which ran from 2000 to 2023.

At its height, it was considered one of the most-watched television soapies in the country – with many viewers locally and internationally.

Eventually, the show ended when the company behind the show couldn’t reach an agreement with the SABC (or the actors) – and subsequently, the show was canned.

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