Big Brother Australia is set to revive its original format in 2025, bringing fans back to the early 2000s vibe. The show will return to its classic location at Dreamworld and reintroduce live evictions, live nominations, and 24/7 live streaming on Channel 10.
One major curiosity among fans is whether Big Brother Uncut will make a comeback. Originally, this late-night spin-off showcased unedited footage from the house that wasn't suitable for primetime broadcasts.
The show featured adult themes such as flirtatious behavior, nudity, and generally NSFW content. Despite its controversial material, it attracted over one million viewers per episode weekly.
"Big Brother Uncut was the late-night spin-off of Big Brother Australia which featured unedited footage from the house that couldn’t be shown on primetime episodes."
After political pressure and scrutiny from the Australian Broadcast Authority, the show was renamed Big Brother: Adults Only. It was ultimately canceled in 2006. Shortly after, the show's handling of adult themes faced greater backlash following the “turkey slap” incident, which led to an official investigation.
"Big Brother’s coverage of adult themes in general came under huge scrutiny when a moment dubbed the 'turkey slap' incident sparked widespread backlash and an official investigation."
Fans await to see whether this bold and unfiltered element of the show will return alongside the original format.
Author's summary: Big Brother Australia’s 2025 revival promises nostalgic elements and raises questions about the return of its controversial late-night uncensored spin-off.