What attracts long series? Probably, a person’s desire to stretch pleasure, think and imagine what will happen next. The longer - the more interesting it is to get involved in it and become a member, to dip yourself in the atmosphere of a life that you will never live. For the author, there is always the opportunity to change the course of the plot, take into account the wishes of housewives and influence the character’s fate. Advertisers are also satisfied - they know the contingent of viewers. Everyone is happy and happy! We present to your attention the top 10 longest series in the world.
10. Santa Barbara
Masterpiece Santa Barbara became a household word. This is not just a name, it is a synonym for something long and periodic in relationships. This soap opera went on to the United States from the summer of 1984 to January 1993. Filmed a total of 2137 series of 45 minutes. Approximately 1600 hours in time. Divided into 9 seasons. Events are taking place in the city of Santa Barbara. The plot tells the story of the life of a wealthy Capwell family. There are other, less wealthy - Perkins, Andrade, Lockridges. Some are rivals, partners, envious.
In the first season, the main plot is shown, and the rest are tied to it. Joe Perkins was illegally convicted of the murder of Channing. After leaving prison, he is trying to restore justice. This opens up many secrets, pops up “dirt” - homosexuality, illegitimate children, crime. The first part of this series was criticized, but the authors skillfully operated on events, introduced new characters and arranged disasters for objectionable heroes. Murders, intrigues, rape, gossip - even in the life of wealthy people there are no less problems. Here is the main idea of this long series.
9. Bold and beautiful
American series Bold and beautiful, goes from March 1987 to the present day takes the ninth place in our rating of the longest series in the world. Series of twenty minutes, there are about 7000. The total time in hours is approximately 2300. The series is distinguished by the fact that it is loved in different countries. The action takes place in Los Angeles. The storyline revolves around the Forrester family and their Fashion House.
The whole family is engaged in a common cause, everyone is striving to develop this profitable business. The company has a competitor - the fashion company of the Spectra family. The president of this company does not want to give way to Forrester. This leads them to constant confrontation. Any action of some is perceived as an insult or challenge to others. The world of business is a cruel world of survival and struggle. This is well reflected in the series.
8. Neighbors
Australian soap opera Neighbors, launched in March 1985, ranks eighth in our ranking of the longest television series. To date, there are 27 seasons consisting of 6256 series. The duration of the series is 22 minutes, the time is about 6300 hours. The idea of the series is a show created on real stories about the lives of adolescents and adults.
Events unfold in a fictional suburb of Melbourne. Initially, three families were involved in the plot - Clarks, Robinsons and Ramsey. Ramsey and Robinsons are in constant rivalry, their confrontation involves other families in this process. Residents of the areas where the shooting takes place are happy to provide their yards to create new series. Broadcasting is not only in Australia.
7. On the threshold of the night
American series On the threshold of the night starred for more than 25 years, starting in 1956 is one of the longest in the world. Over 7500 episodes of 26 minutes were released. The total viewing time is about 3100 hours. Events take place in the invented city of Monticchiello. The plot was focused on solving crimes. Intrigue and love affairs is much less, the series was conceived as a detective. He even received an award from detective writers. Ended on New Year's Eve, 1985, leaving the audience a secret.
6. Another world
Another world - A very long series, started in May 1964 and ended already in June 1999. The shooting took place in Brooklyn. About 9,000 episodes have been shot, which in terms of hours is about 10,000 hours. The action takes place in a fictional Bay City. The series tells about the usual joys and worries in people's lives. The motto of the series is “We live in the real world and the world of our dreams.” Heroes sometimes fall into exotic and extraordinary situations, which is reflected in their worldview and position in society. For the first time in the series, the topic of abortion was raised. The plot intersects with another series - "Guiding Light", from where the character Mike Bauer moved. The authors changed the duration of the series.
5. Young and daring
Young and daring - The famous American soap opera, launched in March 1973, ranks fifth on our list of the longest series in the world. It is broadcast now. About 10,800 episodes of 45 minutes have already been released. In hours it is more than 8000. The plot takes place in the fictional Genoa City. Two families are in the spotlight - the rich Brooks and the poor Fosters.
The departure of many artists forced to shift the focus of attention to the families of the Newmen and Abbots. The rivalry and competition of firms of these families is shown. There was a part of the plot lines that remained throughout the opera. An example is the story of the rivalry of Katherine Chancellor and Jill Foster. The length of the series changed - from 30 to 90 minutes. The series is considered the highest rated among the daytime.
4. All my children
American series All my children broadcast since 1970. The action takes place in Pine Valley, a suburb of Philadelphia. The main role throughout the plot was played by Susan Lucci. Initially, the length of the series was about 30 minutes, but since April 77, it has doubled. In November 2012, 10,000 episodes were released, and the show was announced to close. A little later, the series tried to restart.
Approximate timing - 5000 hours. There was a time when the series became the most popular in America, it was even watched by men. The idea of the series is to raise acute social issues. The theme of the Vietnam War was touched upon. The plot is tied to the rich girl Phoebe Taylor, single mother Monet Kane and her daughter.
3. One life to live
TV series One life to live started in the USA in the summer of 1968. The final series was shown in January 2012. A year later, he was revived and shown on cable networks. It consists of 44 seasons. The length of the series of this series varied from 29 minutes to an hour. A total of 11096 episodes were released. In terms of hours - about 8300. This is the first drama affecting racial and social issues. The series has received many awards and awards. Many Hollywood stars began their careers in it - Tommy Lee Jones, L. Fishburne, Mario Van Peebles.
2. How the world rotates
American soap drama How the world revolvesshown from April 1956 to September 2010 took second place among the longest series. Initially, the series was 30 minutes long - at that time it was an innovation. A total of 13858 episodes were filmed. The total time of about 10400 hours. It was the most popular series from 58 to 78 years. Since February 1967, he went on record, not live. Since December 1975, the length has become 1 hour. All these years, he starred only in New York. Events take place in the fictional town of Oakdale. The characters of the series were thought out to the smallest detail.
1. Guiding light
TV series Guiding light, released in the United States from 1952 to 2009, recognized as the longest series in the world. The 18262 series were released, with a total time of at least 4,000 hours. It is long series from 15 to 60 minutes. The idea of the series - a lit lamp on the window should illuminate the path lost in life. The whole concept is built on the life of a priest living in a suburb of Chicago. Many families are involved in the series, around which the plot is interwoven - Bauers, Roberts, Grants, Merlers, etc. The masterpiece received almost a hundred awards.
It is worth noting that the number of episodes does not always indicate the full duration of the series.