The show seemed to have wound down with an episode of Hallowe'en readings broadcast in 2011, but after exactly a one-year absence, Hour 25 returned with another episode of Hallowe'en readings on October 31, 2012. In the show's opening segment, show host James explained that "Hour 25"'s dramatically reduced production schedule was due to a number of factors, including medical and financial difficulties. However, he also stated that "reports that "Hour 25" has ended are most certainly in error." An episode of Christmas readings followed on December 25.