There is a reason that Beyond The Gates is not airing a new episode on June 30, 2025. One of the reasons CBS’ newest soap is considered groundbreaking is that it uses the same beloved soap opera tropes with its majority-Black cast, including over-the-top reactions to problematic behavior that sometimes lead to violence. The June 27 cliffhangers fell into this category.
It is thus frustrating that Beyond The Gates is not airing its next episode right away. This episode saw significant movement in three storylines, especially Kenneth’s attempt to blackmail the Duprees. After Bill supposedly took care of Kenneth, Randy came into the casino with a gun, and the episode ended with him pointing it in Kenneth’s direction.
Similarly, it was unclear at the end of the episode whether Alison was really an abused wife who is interested in Chelsea or if she is a stalker who is obsessed with her. Additionally, Kat threatened Eva and Leslie after talking to Jacob about the potential case against Leslie for Laura’s accident.
Why There’s No New Beyond The Gates Today (June 30)
CBS Is Airing An Encore Presentation Of The First Five Episodes This Week
While most soap operas do not air reruns, CBS has taken the unusual step of doing so. Throughout the week of June 30 to July 4, the network will re-air the first five episodes of Beyond The Gates instead of moving forward with new material.
It is unclear what the behind-the-scenes reason is for CBS’ decision. Series creator Michele Van Jean has stated (via Parade) that this decision is “above my pay grade,” clarifying that it was made by executives in the network.
CBS’ other soaps are airing new episodes this week, so this decision is specific to Beyond The Gates for an unknown reason.
CBS has given no official reason for this week of reruns. However, it is possible that the network made this decision because of the upcoming July 4 holiday — people may be traveling or busy, making it less likely they will watch new episodes this week.
When Will New Episode Of Beyond The Gates Release?
The Soap Will Return On July 7, 2025
The good news is that new episodes will return next Monday, so audiences will only have to wait one week to find out what’s happening next in their favorite stories. This hiatus is more difficult to manage than it would be for a primetime show because a week’s absence means that the series skips five days’ worth of episodes.
While only the first five episodes will be broadcast on CBS, every one of the 83 episodes already broadcast are available on Paramount+.
Regardless, the hiatus will be over quickly. In the meantime, audiences can catch up on any episodes they missed when originally broadcast. While only the first five episodes will be broadcast on CBS, every one of the 83 episodes already broadcast are available on Paramount+. Thus, it is relatively easy to watch any episode desired.
The storylines in Beyond The Gates have moved relatively quickly. Thus, this hiatus may be a positive event even though it is frustrating because it allows audiences who have already seen all the episodes to rewatch particular stories to refresh their memories and make the current storylines more understandable.
It’s worth noting that Beyond The Gates is still building its audience. Aside from being a new venture for CBS, its peers have also been on the air for decades. At this point, it’s important for them to build their own fan-bases, and doing some re-runs can help with that.
What To Expect From The Upcoming Beyond The Gates Episodes?
Martin’s Secret Will Unravel, An Unexpected Alliance Will Cause Trouble, and More
Beyond The Gates will make up for its hiatus by offering intense drama when it returns. The newest developments in the Martin story are especially exciting. Smitty’s investigation unearths a link between corrupt cop Malone Marcel and Vernon, which will leave the reporter with divided loyalties while threatening the Dupree family’s safety. Additionally, the soap promises a shocking alliance.
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This Week on Beyond The Gates: Will Martin’s Secret Tear The Duprees Apart?
Next week’s Beyond The Gates promises more drama from Smitty’s investigation and Martin’s secret that could tear the Dupree family apart.
Beyond the Gates’ Leslie and Hayley will join forces. Hayley has long felt resentful of the way the Duprees used their power to turn her into a pariah, while Leslie will stop at nothing to gain Ted for herself. This alliance promises to be explosive, making it disappointing that audiences must wait a week for it.
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Beyond the Gates
Release Date
February 24, 2025
Directors
Phideaux Xavier, Steven Williford
Writers
Robert Guza Jr., Ron Carlivati, Christopher Dunn, Lynn Martin, Danielle Paige, Gregori J. Martin
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Clifton Davis
Vernon Dupree
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Daphnée Duplaix Samuel
Dr. Nicole Dupree Richardson