RTL Samstag Nacht was a comedy show, which ran from 6 November 1993 to 23 May 1998 on the German TV network RTL. RTL Samstag Nacht was the first major comedy show in German television, created after the example of the long-running American show Saturday Night Live and broadcast late on Saturday night. It helped comedy in German television to a breakthrough and was a model for several later comedy shows. Karl Ranseier was a recurring character featured in fake news reports telling about his death at the end of each episode. The name Karl Ranseier has become a catchphrase in Germany that has led to its own joke category of Ranseiers which are in widespread usage outside of the comedy origin.
Seasons and episodes
5 seasons · 146 episodes
Starring
Frequently asked questions
- Where can I watch RTL Samstag Nacht?
- RTL Samstag Nacht is not currently listed on a streaming service in the US. Use the country picker on the page to check other markets.
- How many seasons of RTL Samstag Nacht are there?
- RTL Samstag Nacht has 5 seasons and 146 episodes. Status: Cancelled.
- Will there be a new season of RTL Samstag Nacht?
- RTL Samstag Nacht has been canceled; no new episodes are scheduled. The final episode aired on May 23, 1998.
- Who stars in RTL Samstag Nacht?
- RTL Samstag Nacht stars Wigald Boning, Esther Schweins, Olli Dittrich, Tanja Schumann, Stefan Jürgens.