RTL Samstag Nacht (1993): cast, story & where to watch
1993 · Series · ★ 7.9
Released in 1993, RTL Samstag Nacht is a comedy series.
What it’s about. 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.
Who’s in it. RTL Samstag Nacht stars Wigald Boning as Self, Esther Schweins as Self, Olli Dittrich as Self and Tanja Schumann as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 7.9/10, RTL Samstag Nacht has been warmly received by audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch RTL Samstag Nacht page.
If you liked it. Fans of RTL Samstag Nacht tend to enjoy Rick and Morty, My Hero Academia, One Piece and The Umbrella Academy.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch RTL Samstag Nacht (1993)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for RTL Samstag Nacht change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is RTL Samstag Nacht worth watching?
- RTL Samstag Nacht holds an audience score of 7.9 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy comedy. Most viewers rate it highly.
- Who stars in RTL Samstag Nacht?
- RTL Samstag Nacht stars Wigald Boning, Esther Schweins, Olli Dittrich, Tanja Schumann and Stefan Jürgens.
- When was RTL Samstag Nacht released?
- RTL Samstag Nacht was released in 1993.