NITRO TV vs RTL+

Convergent Ratings Boost 'Die Verräter' by 46%

RTL's reality show 'Die Verräter' saw a 46% increase in audience when including convergent ratings, which combine linear TV, time-shifted viewing, and streaming. AGF Videoforschung's new convergent metrics show that many shows, especially RTL's 'Gute Zeiten, Schlechte Zeiten' (GZSZ), are significantly more popular on streaming platforms RTL+ and Joyn than on linear TV. For example, GZSZ reaches over 50% more viewers including streaming, and the target demographic 14-49 is more than double. Other shows like 'Villa der Versuchung' (Sat.1) nearly double their reach. The data highlights the growing importance of streaming for German broadcasters, with RTL dominating the top 20 positions.

• AGF Videoforschung has started publishing convergent ratings, including linear, time-shifted, and streaming viewing.
• 'Die Verräter' season 4 saw a 46% increase in average audience when including convergent metrics (1.26M to 1.84M).
• RTL's soap 'GZSZ' reaches over 50% more viewers when including streaming (1.31M to 2.00M).

Investor Presentation Released: RTL+

AI parsed presentation narrative: RTL Group is successfully executing its transformation strategy, highlighted by the profitable growth of its streaming services and the strategic acquisition of Sky Deutschland (DACH) which closed on June 1, 2026. The group has confirmed its full-year and medium-term profitability targets, leveraging cost reduction programs and growing content scale to position itself as a major European entertainment leader. Strategic pillars: Portfolio Transformation, Continuous Profitable Streaming Growth.

RTLzwei to Launch New Exclusive Dating Format 'Maison Tabou'

RTLzwei has announced its new dating format 'Maison Tabou', which focuses on physical attraction and sexual fantasies. The show will premiere on linear TV on September 30, 2026, airing Wednesdays at 11:35 PM due to youth protection regulations. Episodes will also be available on RTL+, one week before linear broadcast. Produced by UFA Show & Factual, the format follows singles who check into a special hotel, shed their identities, and explore their sexual desires through anonymous blind dates. A character called 'Madame' orchestrates the encounters, and participants only reveal their true identities at a shared breakfast the next day. The show was previously announced at the Screenforce Festival.

• RTLzwei will premiere 'Maison Tabou' on September 30, 2026, at 11:35 PM on linear TV.
• Episodes will be available on RTL+ one week before the linear broadcast.
• The format is produced by UFA Show & Factual.