Observed Signal · Sep 14, 2026 · Content Deal · Source: DWDL · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Positive
ProSiebenSat.1 becomes new home of Geissens from summer 2027
German broadcaster ProSiebenSat.1 has confirmed that the Geiss family, stars of the long-running reality TV show, will move from RTLzwei to ProSiebenSat.1 starting in the second half of 2027. RTLzwei has announced a final farewell season of 'Die Geissens - Eine schrecklich glamouröse Familie', which will reach its 500th episode. The broadcaster will air 20 new double episodes of the family documentary series, produced by Geiss TV. The specific channel, format, and title have not yet been announced. The Geissens, who have been with RTLzwei for 16 years (with some sources citing 15), cited a desire for new opportunities and a changing media landscape. The move marks a significant programming acquisition for ProSiebenSat.1.
The move of a popular TV family to a major broadcaster is a notable content acquisition for ProSiebenSat.1, but it is not directly relevant to AdTech or MarTech, and the impact on the advertising industry is limited.
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- ProSiebenSat.1 will become the new home of the Geiss family from summer 2027.
- The broadcaster will air 20 new double episodes of the family documentary, produced by Geiss TV.
- RTLzwei announces a final farewell season, which will reach its 500th episode.
- The Geissens leave RTLzwei after 16 years (some sources say 15).
- The move was confirmed by ProSiebenSat.1 on 14.09.2026.
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Geissens end 15-year collaboration with RTLzwei after final season
After 15 years, the reality TV show 'Die Geissens' will end its run on German broadcaster RTLzwei. The final season, currently in production, will include the 500th episode as a special milestone. The Geiss family and RTLzwei will part ways amicably after the current agreement concludes. The spin-off 'Davina & Shania - We love Monaco' with the Geiss daughters will also end. RTLzwei's managing director Thorsten Braun praised the show's contributions, while the Geissens expressed gratitude. The show has been produced by Geiss TV since 2015, with the family producing their own formats.
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