RTL Deutschland Lands “Huge” ZDF Streaming Package German broadcaster RTL Deutschland has secured a “huge” package of series to stream from compatriot ZDF Studios . The deal comprises nearly 1,000 episodes, giving RTL+ a bump to its offer from September 15. ZDF shows such as Wilsberg , Der Bergdoktor and Das Traumschiff are included.
“As a leading German private broadcaster and streaming service, we want to be the first port of call for all partners in Germany,” said RTL Deutschland COO Andreas Fischer. “That’s why we are very pleased that we have now been able to agree a new licensing deal with ZDF Studios.” Unscripted series such as Wilsberg and Nord Nord Mord will launch mid-September before dramas such as Der Bergdoktor , Die Bergretter and Bettys Diagnose will follow a month later on October 15.
Family-friendly fare including Das Traumschiff , Ich Heirate eine Familiey and Die Schwarzwald-Klinik round off the package on November 15. “We are very pleased about the cooperation with RTL Germany,” said Markus Schäfer, spokesman for the management of ZDF Studios: In the future, series fans will have an additional opportunity to enjoy their favorite series from ZDF — the market leader among German television channels for twelve years — around the clock on RTL+.” Simon’s Cat Feeds On Crypto Simon’s Cat, the Banijay UK-owned company behind the eponymous animated franchise, is entering the crypto world.
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