Kir Royal (1986): cast, story & where to watch
1986 · Series · ★ 6.7
Released in 1986, Kir Royal is a drama and comedy series.
What it’s about. A six-part television series, a parody of the Munich newspaper, its gossip reporter Michael Graeter, and its publisher Anneliese Friedmann. The series centres around the tabloid reporter Baby Schimmerlos, who plays in the Munich "Schicki-Micki" scene of the 1980s.
Who’s in it. Kir Royal stars Franz Xaver Kroetz as Baby Schimmerlos, Senta Berger as Mona, Dieter Hildebrandt as Fotograf Herbie Fried and Ruth-Maria Kubitschek as Friederike von Unruh, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 6.7/10, Kir Royal has drawn a solid, mixed-to-positive response.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Kir Royal page.
If you liked it. Fans of Kir Royal tend to enjoy Breaking Bad, Better Call Saul, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba and Attack on Titan.
Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Kir Royal (1986)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Kir Royal change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Kir Royal worth watching?
- Kir Royal holds an audience score of 6.7 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy drama and comedy. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Kir Royal?
- Kir Royal stars Franz Xaver Kroetz, Senta Berger, Dieter Hildebrandt, Ruth-Maria Kubitschek and Billie Zöckler.
- When was Kir Royal released?
- Kir Royal was released in 1986.